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Job Description
Start your career as an Operator at Vopak and contribute to social themes such as energy security and energy transition. We offer you a working environment that is safe and pleasant and where equality diversity and satisfaction are of paramount importance. Ready to develop yourself and make a positive impact Improve the world and start as an Operator at Vopak.
What will you do as an Operator
This position ensures that all products are loaded or unloaded safely and efficiently and performs work as instructed by supervisors functioning as a team member with other operations personnel.
What do we offer you
A marketbased salary depending on your experience and knowledge and attractive bonuses.
Various growth opportunities.
Group health insurance where Vopak pays 50% of the nominal costs.
401(k) Incentive Savings Plan
Holidays (9 fixed holidays and 2 floating holidays)
Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
What do we expect from you as an Operator
High School Diploma or GED required
Valid state drivers license
Experience in terminal operations preferred but not required
Must possess valid state Drivers License
Good communications skills; fluent in English including reading writing and speaking; ability to read and write at a minimum of high school level; ability to clearly communicate to all levels in organization
Ability to read interpret and follow written job instructions and directions
Ability to read interpret and follow U.S. Coast Guard manuals and other regulatory documents as applicable
Ability to read and understand safety procedures including OSHA standards and regulations
Basic mathematical skills including addition subtraction multiplication and long division; ability to work with fractions and perform various mathematical conversions commonly used in petrochemical industry
Basic computer knowledge and user ability including database systems and other programs and applications used at location
Ability to multitask prioritize and follow through on assignments
Understanding of general business concepts
Must be able to work varying and/or rotating shifts
Understanding of Federal state and local environmental regulations including RCRA
Eagerness to Learn
Communication & Listening
Planning & Organizing
Discipline
Teamwork
What does your day look like
Your core responsibilities are:
Abides by all safety procedures and practices applicable to location and position; participates in appropriate safety training; demonstrates commitment to and support of SH&E principles and values; champions safety as necessary
Opens and closes valves by hand or by use of computer for valves with remote operation
Ensures correct tank lineup for various receipt and delivery operations; performs tank gauging and temperature verification; completes associated paperwork
Reviews operation orders for errors; verifies proper backup tank selection and suitability of equipment or material
Loads and unloads railroad tank cars trucks and ships and barges as assigned; loosens or tightens bolts manually using large wrenches; crawls under tank cars walks on docks hooks up and releases hoses; positions mechanical load arm or connects product hoses; reviews and completes documentation; monitors gauges; adjusts flow rates; follows written or oral instructions
Ascends and descends ladders and stairs to manually gauge tanks
Responds rapidly and appropriately to emergencies following safety guidelines and procedures; uses equipment chemicals and procedures appropriate to the situation to mitigate damages
Cleans truck stations by scraping and sweeping; cleans and realigns pipe lines; performs miscellaneous cleaning activities as assigned
Performs simple maintenance including small to medium valve change out hose change out small project painting fitting change out refill pump oilers etc.
Participates in and completes all assigned training programs
Understands and ensures all work performed meets Federal and State OSHA requirements as well as Company safety health and environmental standards
Trains regularly on all Federal state and local environmental regulations requirements and guidelines including but not limited to RCRA requirements; follows and adheres to all guidelines regulations and requirements
Performs other duties assigned by management that fall within the generally expected scope of this position
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. The Company will not sponsor immigration or work visas.
Work Environment
This position requires an employee to be exposed to outside elements. Most extreme elements are heat in the summer months of up to 100 and some exposure to cold of generally no less than 0 in the winter months. There will be exposure to various chemicals and compounds including fumes and smells some of them hazardous. The employee will enter confined spaces and work in elevated environments potentially for lengthy periods of time. Employee must be able to wear PPE required by the location. Loud sounds and vibrations will be experienced at times. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. All environments are safe with appropriate PPE.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to walk (sometimes over long distances and carrying tools weighing up to 15 pounds) crawl sit speak and hear. The employee is required for extended periods of time to stand use hands to finger handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; the employee will be required to climb or balance stoop kneel or crouch; must be able to twist around repeatedly. The employee will be required to climb ladders and storage tanks up to 50 in height. The employee will be required to enter confined spaces and crawl under rail cars or trucks. The employee will lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds including overhead; must be able to carry up to 25 pounds over a distance of up to 30 yards. The employee must be able to roll and tip dolly holding 55 gallon trash receptacle. Must be able lift and secure hose flanges; align and connect/disconnect 6 to 8 hoses manually. Must be able to pass a drug and alcohol screen. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Employee may be required to travel by car truck or other land vehicles.
Inclusion & Diversity:
Vopak stores vital products with care. Our commitment to care extends to all our stakeholders including our own employees new talents and people in our local communities around the globe. We believe that each individual has the right to be treated with respect and dignity and to work in a professional atmosphere that promotes equal opportunities and prohibits discrimination or harassment on the basis of race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation age political orientation or trade union membership allowing everyone at Vopak to develop their full potential.
Want to start as an Operator at Vopak
Are you ready to share your vision and contribute to Vopaks projects Then start as an Operator and apply now!
Employment Type
Full-Time
