Terminal Operator

ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting to the Terminal Manager, the Terminal Operators are responsible for the safe operation of a cement distribution terminal. It requires the hands-on operation and occasional maintenance of all terminal equipment, developing a proficiency in bulk truck and bulk railcar operations. 

Safety, quality, and customer service are the primary focus of the terminal. The terminal receives product by bulk rail transport, stores the product, and loads customer bulk trucks. The manner in which trucks are expedited, customers are handled, and qualities are ensured are key functions of this position. This is a safety sensitive position. 

A positive attitude, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to be a team participant in a small cross-functional group are essential elements for a successful terminal operator. The terminal has a team commitment to operating in the safest and most environmentally responsible manner following all known safety laws, regulations and policies. Providing the highest level of quality and customer service to our customers is a priority at the terminal. Maintaining terminal equipment, good housekeeping in all work areas, and operating equipment safely is vital to efficient terminal operations. 
 

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Comply with all safety standards and perform all duties in a safe and approved manner.

• Comply with all known Local, State and Federal Laws and Regulations

• Load bulk trucks correctly, provide legal weights and proper product for customer delivery/pick-up. 

• Perform routine maintenance on all terminal property and equipment. Maintain the terminal in a clean and presentable state. 

• Perform clerical functions following the established guidelines for the recording of receipts, shipments and inventory records. 

• Responsible for unloading railcars, transferring of product into proper silos, sampling and testing of products received and shipped. 

• Work at heights, in enclosed or confined spaces, near water, work around moving equipment and machinery and physically able to lift up to 50 lb. 

• Must be able to wear a respirator, a full body harness, and other required personal protective equipment. 

• Must be courteous, professional, and safe 

• Must be able to recognize and correct deficiencies, maintain high quality standards and work without supervision. 

• Perform all other duties and functions required by the supervisor associated with the operation of the terminal as long as those duties do not present a hazard or violate any known governmental law. 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Education & Experience: 

• High School diploma required, prefer related industry experience 

Technical Skills: 

• Competence with computer applications such as Microsoft Office and Google Suite

• Mechanical aptitude 

• Physical ability to work at heights, in confined space enclosures, and perform cement loading and unloading functions 

• Good telephone and interpersonal skills 

• Ability to learn and retain information 

Personal Traits: 

• Possess a pleasant and positive working demeanor with customer, fellow co-workers, and the public 

• Ability to perform clerical tasks in a neat and accurate manner 

• Ability to maintain high quality standards, be responsible, dependable, and work without supervision 

• Must work well with others and be a “Team Player” 

• Strong communication skills; able to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in writing, with fellow employees, customers, sales personnel, trucking firms and suppliers.

• Well organized 

• Ability to manage stress

Additional Requirements:

• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Subject to applicable law, employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary

• Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings

• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance 

• Holistic Health & Well-being programs

• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care

• Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts

• Paid time off & paid holidays

• Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)

• Educational Assistance Program

• Dress for your day

This is a Safety Sensitive position, and as part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment physical, drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required.