Job Summary
The Terminal Operator participates in the loading and unloading of cement at the terminal. This position requires hands-on operation of terminal equipment, developing a familiarity with bulk truck and rail car operations. The Cement Terminal Operator must perform all duties in a safety-conscious manner and in compliance with all applicable environmental laws and policies.
Benefits
At CalPortland, we're proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees. Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That's why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from. All regular full time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental and vision plans. Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and retirement program. The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.
Responsibilities
- Operate railcar mover to spot and unload bottom dump and pressure diffential railcars in a safe manner
- Load and unload bulk trucks and railcars using a semi-automated loading system; operate a computer billing system
- Monitor product movement to and from storage tanks, coordinating activities with other workers to ensure efficient operation of the cement terminal
- Record operating data such as products/quantities transferred, gauge readings and operating times
- Accurately and courteously take orders from customers over the phone
- Manually track inventory and provide reports as required
- Perform and assist other Terminal Operators in all required tasks at the terminal (loading, unloading, troubleshooting, repairs, installations, equipment preventative maintenance, housekeeping, maintaining accurate records, etc.)
- Operate weigh devices as Weigh Master
- Operate all mobile equipment: forklift, boom/scissor lift, track loader, front loader, sweeper, ect.
- Keep cement plant facilities clean and orderly, including the restroom
- Complete daily checks on all tickets received and shipped
- Follow all CalPortland and WorkSafe safety rules and procedures
- Communicate in a professional and effective manner with co-workers, customers, and anyone else while performing the job
- Perform other duties as necessary and assigned
Education
High school diploma/GED; Bachelor's degree preferred
Requirements/Qualifications
- Physical requirements: able to work in confined spaces, climb up to elevations of 10 to 100 ft., and lifting of up to 75 Ibs. ( 50 Ibs. frequent / 75 Ibs. occasional)
- Climbing, bending, squatting, lifting, stretching, driving, riding, twisting, pushing/pulling, and riding on rough terrain
- Mechanical knowledge: experience with oil changes, equipment inspections, belt alignments, and preventive maintenance inspections
- Experience using pneumatic, electric and regular hand tools (ex., chipping guns, jackhammers, grinders, drills, wrenches, ect.)
- Clearly and accurately communicate both verbally and in writing
- Able to read, write, and speak in English
- Computer skills including Excel, Word, SAP, and HMI systems
- Ability to see and hear safety indicators and warnings
- Must work in all weather conditions: heat, cold, wet, dry, and/or dusty conditions
- Will have exposure to levels of noise that require the use of double hearing protection
- Must be self-directed and able to work with little or no supervision, as well as part of a team
- Must have and maintain a valid drivers license
- Able to work varying and flexible workdays and hour
- Normal business hours: Monday - Friday
2 AM - 2 PM
- Additional hours may be required, including weekends
Preferred:
Welding and cutting skills
Terminal/Plant maintenance experience
Rail moving experience
Conditions of Employment
Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA regulated on-going drug and alcohol testing.