Terminal Operator

Job Summary

The Terminal Operator participates in the unloading of cement and slag from trucks and rail cars 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.  This position is in Sparks, Nevada. 

Compensation

This is a fulltime hourly position, Monday through Friday, 4:45am to 2pm. Pay rate is $27 - $30 per hour depending on experience. 

Benefits

At CalPortland, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive 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 on the 61st day of employment. 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

• Perform tasks ensuring safe and efficient operation of the cement terminal.
• Operate moving equipment to spot and unload gravity and pneumatic rail cars in a safe manner.
• Load and unload cement bulk tanker trucks and railcars utilizing semi-automated rail car mover, front end loader; operate computer billing system. 
• Accurately and courteously take orders from customers over the phone.
• Manually track inventory and provide reports as required.
• Perform preventative and regular maintenance on all equipment, including troubleshooting and maintaining accurate records.
• Assist in keeping terminal and associated buildings clean.
• Follow all CalPortland environmental and safety rules and procedures.
• Complete daily checks on all tickets received and shipped.
• 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

• Computer skills including Excel, Word, SAP, and HMI systems.
• Mechanical knowledge: experience with oil changes, equipment inspections, belt alignments, preventive maintenance inspections, and competent troubleshooting.
• Clearly and accurately communicate both verbally and in writing
• Able to meet physical requirements of the job which includes climbing, stooping, bending and lifting to 50 pounds.
• Able to read, write, and speak in English.
• Must be self-directed and able to work with little or no supervision, as well as part of a team.

Preferred:

Welding Skills and plumbing skills

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.

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