Operator - Bulk Liquid Handling

What You Will Do

Load and unload liquid products (hazardous and non-hazardous) into or

from tank cars, tank trucks, shore tanks, ISO containers, totes, ships, and

barges in a safe and efficient manner. Gauge and sample tanks to insure

customer products meet specifications. Perform all work in strict accordance

with company, environmental, health and safety policies and procedures.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Assist in the loading / offloading of Tank Trucks and Railcars.
• Assist in connections within the facility and docks.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Assist in Squeegee operations.
• Identify Air / Water / Nitrogen and steam hoses and lines.
• Basic knowledge of check valves / bleed valves and regulators.
• Operate portable pumps.
• Properly label and record sample containers.
• Properly sample Trucks / Railcars / Tanks Etc.
• Properly secure and seal Trucks / Railcars / Containers Etc.
• Properly Purge / Blow / Pig product lines.
• Able to follow all instructions on the Plant Operating Orders.
• Complete all dates / times Etc. on the Plant Operating Orders.
• Assist in the "Return to service "checklist.
• Gauge Tanks / Trucks / Railcars / Containers.
• Apply steam to Tanks / Railcars Etc.
• Check and document Tank temps.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment including but not limited

to: proper storage of tools, hoses, and acid suits; cleanliness of work area;

proper wear of all personal protective equipment and immediately containing and

reporting any spills or unsafe conditions.

• Maintain a positive and professional atmosphere for all employees and

visitors.

• Attend daily, weekly, and monthly safety meetings.
• Complete all required safety training and monthly refresher training.
• Perform all job duties in accordance with Federal, State, and Local

Regulations.

• Follow all Kinder Morgan Policies and Procedures.
• Perform all job duties focusing in on Good Manufacturing Practices.  
• All other duties as assigned.

What You Need

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience/specific knowledge:

• At least six (6) months experience in liquid terminal operations or similar industrial

setting.

• Previous experience with railcar, truck, ship, or barge loading and unloading.

Certifications, licenses, and registrations:

• Ability to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Credential)

card.

Competencies, skills, and abilities:

• Ability to effectively communicate, orally (face to face and by telephone) and

in writing, in English with coworkers, contractors, government officials and

Senior Management.

• Ability to read and understand written material (in English), including use

and understanding of basic numerical calculations, safety rules and operations

instructional guides and procedure manuals.

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Must have basic math skills; ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in

all units of measure.

• Ability to read and interpret documents.

Physical demands:

• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be willing to work in protected areas at heights up to 45 feet above

ground.

• Must be able to reach, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.
• Must be able to hear and smell for deficiencies or hazards.
• Must be able to pass a respiratory fit test.

Working conditions:

• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed

and required.

• Must be available to respond to call-out as assigned.
• Must be able to work over water (dock).
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from supervisor, keep

required work schedule, focus on attention to details, and follow work rules.

Preferred education, experience, certifications, competencies, skills, and

abilities:

• Previous chemical, refining, or terminaling experience is preferred.
• O.S.H.A. Certification not required, but a plus.
• Prior experience in pipeline operations and/or tank farm operations a plus,

but not required.

• Prior experience in dock operations a plus but not required.

Why Join Kinder Morgan

Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.

Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.

For more information about Kinder Morgan, our culture, opportunities available, and to join our Talent Community, please visit our careers site at www.kindermorgan.com.