Terminal Operator

The Terminal Operator safely operates all equipment at the location used to load and unload rail cars, boats and/or trucks, ensuring order accuracy and expeditious processing of requests.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas.
• Practice and promote safety in such way as including but not limited to; assessing risks before starting tasks, only performing authorized activities, utilizing appropriate PPE.
• Exercise and encourage core values including but not limited to; developing self and coaching others by inspiration and empowerment
• Maintain grounds, offices, warehouse, yard, etc.
• Carry out tasks related to loading/unloading material, both bulk and bagged, for rail, waterway, and road methods of transportation, as appropriate for the specific location.
• Understand and operate truck loading equipment.
• Operate and conduct general maintenance on mobile equipment and assist with general mechanical maintenance.
• Sample product from trucks and barges following company policies.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records on all terminal equipment.
• Perform clerical functions following the established guidelines for the recording of receipts, shipments and inventory records.
• Other duties as assigned.

Relationships With Other Jobs

• Terminal Operators need the ability to communicate with Terminal Managers, customers, sales personnel, trucking firms and suppliers.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Education: High School diploma/GED

Work Experience: 1-3 years

Additional Requirements

Licenses/Certifications: Valid Drivers’ License

Computer and Software Skills: Basic knowledge about computers; Microsoft Office and SAP

Other: Experience with customer service and equipment operation and maintenance