GMT Terminal Operator

What We Are Looking For

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.

What You Will Do

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Assist in the loading / offloading of Tank Trucks, Railcars, Barges, and Vessels.
• Assist in connections within the facility and docks.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Identify Air / Water / Nitrogen 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.
• Check and document Tank temps.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment including but not limited to: proper storage of tools, hoses, and PPE 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

Position Requirements

Minimum requirements:

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, registrations:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver license
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a TWIC Certification.

 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 write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to complete HAZ-MAT, DOT, Confined Space, and Lockout/Tagout training. 
• Successful completion of background check and drug screen upon job offer. 

 Physical demands:

• Ability to walk up and down stairs/ladders
• 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.
• 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:

• Will be required to wear PPE including steel toed shoes/boots, goggles, Fire protective clothing, and respirators
• Ability to withstand extreme weather conditions will be required to work outside
• Ability to negotiate uneven surfaces
• Subject to background check and mandatory drug screen/on-going random testing
• Must be available to respond to call-out as assigned.
• Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed and required.
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from Shift Leads, keep required work schedule, focus on attention to details, and follow work rules.

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.