Operator Trainee
Marcus Hook, PA 
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Job Description
Summary:

Under general supervision of the Supervisor, the Operator Trainee will be part of the Marcus Hook Terminal (MHT) utility pool and will train on various operations including railcars and marine terminal activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The essential job duties for this position are listed below:

  • Assigned to 12 hour rotating shift as required. Subject to shift hold over or call out at all hours. Must be available to substitute on rotating shift as required during absences and for other coverage's required by operations
  • Must maintain a thorough knowledge of current operating procedures, and be familiar with basic hand tools and be able to operate all products testing equipment necessary to obtain accurate results.
  • Operators will train and participate on the MHT fire brigade team.
  • Assist Operators in making visual checks and pumping changes; opening/closing valves for product routing.
  • Performs general housekeeping during shift.
  • Uses and operates all pertinent safety equipment when performing duties in potentially hazardous areas (respirator, hard hat, safety glasses, etc.).
  • Must demonstrate safe work practices, and help to maintain safe and healthful working conditions by exercising sound judgement, and to comply with safety regulations and standards.
Special Considerations:
  • Must reside within 45 miles of reporting location. The described job duties are a framework in which work will be assigned. This description is not inclusive of all responsibilities or job assignments. This position will require extended off-hour duties at times.

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

  • High School graduate, or equivalent.
  • Must be able to climb tanks and be able to work out of doors in extreme weather and perform heavy physical labor including lifting of up to 50 pounds in a safe manner.
  • Must be dependable, able to work with little or no supervision.
  • Must be able to learn to operate personal computers and communications equipment, and adhere to trouble reporting requirements
  • Must be familiar with basic hand tools and be able to operate all products testing equipment necessary to obtain accurate results.
  • Must be able to perform accurate calculations with use of a calculator.
  • Must be able to communicate clearly and work well with others and write legibly and neatly.
  • Must have and maintain a valid driver's license for the state of residence
  • Must be able to obtain TWIC card

Working Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

  • Lifting up to 50 lbs. occasionally
  • Driving, walking, and standing frequently
  • Exposure to adverse weather, cramped conditions and some heavy lifting
  • Visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment
  • Occasional overnight travel may be required

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Vet

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
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