Propane Terminal Assistant Operator
Propane Terminal Assistant Operator
Ray Energy has a full-time Propane Terminal Assistant Operator position available in Whitehall, NY.
The Propane Terminal Assistant Operator position is responsible for the safe operation of the onsite rail/truck and rack equipment and duties. In addition, the position is responsible for the day-to-day loading and unloading of propane by operating the necessary equipment in order to meet the goals, policies and objectives of the Company and maintain a safe, environmentally conscientious and efficient quality work environment.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Timely unloading of products by railcar, and truck.
- Stock inventory in designated areas.
- Assist Operators, Maintenance Technicians as needed.
- Proper completion of all records related to plant shipments.
- Monitor loading/unloading operations, operate machinery and monitor computer systems.
- Advise shift supervision about safety, environmental, quality, maintenance and production issues.
- Take samples, perform analyses and take measurements to determine product quality.
- Field operation of equipment throughout the facility.
- Maintain work areas and housekeeping.
- Maintain regular contact with other departments to obtain and convey information.
- Complete special projects and miscellaneous assignments as needed.
- Provide emergency and unscheduled repairs during operations.
- Troubleshoot, diagnose problems, repair and replace parts, test and make adjustments to ensure equipment operation.
- Complete daily operator logs.
- Perform preventive and predictive maintenance as scheduled.
- Inform appropriate management of potential operational and/or equipment problems.
- Maintain all Safety, Environmental and Quality standards as it pertains to your job.
- Assist in the developing, following and enforcing Terminal safety policies and procedures.
- Handoff communications with oncoming/off-going shifts.
- Complete all tasks assigned by Terminal Management.
- Participate in ongoing safety programs, safety training and following all safety procedures.
- Promote compliance with all safety and environmental policies and/or standards.
- Comfortable with the physical aspects of the job including opening and closing railcars valves, climbing railcars (heights), crawl under railcars, walk long distances on uneven terrain, maneuvering heavy hoses in awkward/cramped spaces, etc.
- Must be able to attend and pass all tests associated with job related coursework. This includes, but is not limited to: OSHA, HazMat and FRA.
- Petroleum product transfers at our Propane Terminal facility, along with daily maintenance and inventory control.
- Ability to work manual labor outdoors in all weather conditions: extreme wind, rain, cold, etc. including, but not limited to; shoveling, digging, and painting.
- Ability to wear dust masks
- Must be able to do shift work including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
- Have good basic math and computer skills.
- Must be able to perform light janitorial duties.
- Must be able to align pipelines and valves to receive and to discharge product to or from rail cars and tank trucks.
- Must be able to gauge and compute product levels in tanks.
- Strong mechanical aptitude to maintain and repair pumps, and small engines helpful.
- Other tasks as assigned.
Required Experience:
- Propane experience preferred.
- Six months of experience in an industrial environment preferred but not required.
- Mechanically inclined, problem-solving abilities, good reading, writing, communication and mathematics capabilities.
- Hard working, self-motivated individuals.
- Must be able to climb ladders and steps, lift up to 60 lbs. and work at heights.
- Ability to concentrate and manage multiple, ongoing assignments simultaneously.
- Ability to function as a team player in a fast-paced operating plant.
- Detail-oriented; proficiency for accuracy; dependable; positive attitude.
- Ability to multi-task, work alone and take ownership of assigned projects.
- Work productively under time constraints.
- Ability to easily communicate and work with others.
- Exhibits a sense of urgency when necessary.
Qualifications
Required
- High school diploma or GED
- Basic Math
- Driver’s License
Employee Benefits:
- Home daily
- Newer equipment
- Affordable medical and dental insurance
- 401(k) with generous company match
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Proven history of employment stability
Pre-employment drug screening and background check required.
Ray Energy has a world-class safety attitude focusing on stringent guidelines for equipment, vehicle maintenance, and driver training in order to provide safe delivery of products to our customers. Ray Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a drug- and alcohol-free workplace.
