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CleanHarbors

Terminal Operator

San Antonio, TX · On-site

Terminal Operator The Terminal Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant ... Transfer materials between tanks and containers while ensuring proper blending and compatibility.

ConGlobal

Terminal Operator

Rockbridge, OH · On-site

$20.55 - $22.83/hr

Responsibilities Intermodal Equipment Operators/Terminal Operators assist intermodal yards in ... Opportunities exist to drive hostlers and/or move containers with cranes, top loaders and side ...

ConGlobal

Terminal Operator

Leesburg, OH · On-site

$20.55 - $22.83/hr

Responsibilities Intermodal Equipment Operators/Terminal Operators assist intermodal yards in ... Opportunities exist to drive hostlers and/or move containers with cranes, top loaders and side ...

ConGlobal

Terminal Operator

Laurelville, OH · On-site

$20.55 - $22.83/hr

Responsibilities Intermodal Equipment Operators/Terminal Operators assist intermodal yards in ... Opportunities exist to drive hostlers and/or move containers with cranes, top loaders and side ...

ConGlobal

Terminal Operator

Galloway, OH · On-site

$20.55 - $22.83/hr

Responsibilities Intermodal Equipment Operators/Terminal Operators assist intermodal yards in ... Opportunities exist to drive hostlers and/or move containers with cranes, top loaders and side ...

ConGlobal

Terminal Operator

Sparta, OH · On-site

$20.55 - $22.83/hr

Responsibilities Intermodal Equipment Operators/Terminal Operators assist intermodal yards in ... Opportunities exist to drive hostlers and/or move containers with cranes, top loaders and side ...

ConGlobal

Terminal Operator

Tremont City, OH · On-site

$20.55 - $22.83/hr

Responsibilities Intermodal Equipment Operators/Terminal Operators assist intermodal yards in ... Opportunities exist to drive hostlers and/or move containers with cranes, top loaders and side ...

ConGlobal

Terminal Operator

Yellow Springs, OH · On-site

$20.55 - $22.83/hr

Responsibilities Intermodal Equipment Operators/Terminal Operators assist intermodal yards in ... Opportunities exist to drive hostlers and/or move containers with cranes, top loaders and side ...

ConGlobal

Terminal Operator

Greenfield, OH · On-site

$20.55 - $22.83/hr

Responsibilities Intermodal Equipment Operators/Terminal Operators assist intermodal yards in ... Opportunities exist to drive hostlers and/or move containers with cranes, top loaders and side ...

ConGlobal

Terminal Operator

Columbus, OH · On-site

$20.55 - $22.83/hr

Responsibilities Intermodal Equipment Operators/Terminal Operators assist intermodal yards in ... Opportunities exist to drive hostlers and/or move containers with cranes, top loaders and side ...

ConGlobal

Terminal Operator

Woodstock, OH · On-site

$20.55 - $22.83/hr

Responsibilities Intermodal Equipment Operators/Terminal Operators assist intermodal yards in ... Opportunities exist to drive hostlers and/or move containers with cranes, top loaders and side ...

ConGlobal

Terminal Operator

Port William, OH · On-site

$20.55 - $22.83/hr

Responsibilities Intermodal Equipment Operators/Terminal Operators assist intermodal yards in ... Opportunities exist to drive hostlers and/or move containers with cranes, top loaders and side ...

ConGlobal

Terminal Operator

Donnelsville, OH · On-site

$20.55 - $22.83/hr

Responsibilities Intermodal Equipment Operators/Terminal Operators assist intermodal yards in ... Opportunities exist to drive hostlers and/or move containers with cranes, top loaders and side ...

ConGlobal

Terminal Operator

Junction City, OH · On-site

$20.55 - $22.83/hr

Responsibilities Intermodal Equipment Operators/Terminal Operators assist intermodal yards in ... Opportunities exist to drive hostlers and/or move containers with cranes, top loaders and side ...

ConGlobal

Terminal Operator

Waldo, OH · On-site

$20.55 - $22.83/hr

Responsibilities Intermodal Equipment Operators/Terminal Operators assist intermodal yards in ... Opportunities exist to drive hostlers and/or move containers with cranes, top loaders and side ...

ConGlobal

Terminal Operator

Wilberforce, OH · On-site

$20.55 - $22.83/hr

Responsibilities Intermodal Equipment Operators/Terminal Operators assist intermodal yards in ... Opportunities exist to drive hostlers and/or move containers with cranes, top loaders and side ...

ConGlobal

Terminal Operator

Columbus, OH · On-site

$20.55 - $22.83/hr

Responsibilities Intermodal Equipment Operators/Terminal Operators assist intermodal yards in ... Opportunities exist to drive hostlers and/or move containers with cranes, top loaders and side ...

ConGlobal

Terminal Operator

Mount Sterling, OH · On-site

$20.55 - $22.83/hr

Responsibilities Intermodal Equipment Operators/Terminal Operators assist intermodal yards in ... Opportunities exist to drive hostlers and/or move containers with cranes, top loaders and side ...

ConGlobal

Terminal Operator

Broadway, OH · On-site

$20.55 - $22.83/hr

Responsibilities Intermodal Equipment Operators/Terminal Operators assist intermodal yards in ... Opportunities exist to drive hostlers and/or move containers with cranes, top loaders and side ...

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Terminal Operator

San Antonio, TX • On-site

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Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Terminal Operator

The Terminal Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant handling of liquid and solid materials at an industrial terminal facility. This includes operating pumps, valves, and processing equipment to move, treat, and store materials. The role also covers key tasks such as handling filter drums, performing solid bulking, and managing hazardous waste in 10-day accumulation areas. Operators are expected to follow strict environmental, health, and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

Product & Material Handling:

  • Load and unload bulk liquids and solids from railcars, tank trucks, and storage tanks.
  • Operate pumps, meters, valves, and other equipment to safely transfer materials.
  • Transfer materials between tanks and containers while ensuring proper blending and compatibility.

Hazardous Waste & Environmental Operations:

  • Safely handle and transfer filter drums, ensuring they are properly sealed, labeled, and stored.
  • Perform solid bulking of compatible waste streams according to waste profiles and compatibility charts.
  • Manage 10-day hazardous waste accumulation areas, ensuring containers are dated, inspected, and shipped within regulatory timelines.
  • Properly label and track all hazardous waste materials and maintain compliance with RCRA standards.

Safety & Compliance:

  • Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), PPE usage, and confined space entry protocols.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, EPA, and company safety/environmental standards.
  • Respond to spills and emergencies promptly and appropriately.
  • Participate in required safety training, drills, and meetings.

Equipment Operation & Maintenance:

  • Operate forklifts, drum handlers, hand tools, and computerized control panels.
  • Inspect and perform routine maintenance on equipment; report defects or safety hazards.
  • Perform daily and pre-operation inspections, including checklists and start-up logs.

Administrative & Recordkeeping Duties:

  • Complete operational documentation, including offloading checklists, tank transfers, water content logs, and cooker operation logs.
  • Maintain proper documentation for inspections, waste transfers, and treatment operations.
  • Accurately report data into internal systems and ensure logs are updated in real-time.

Facility Maintenance & Support:

  • Keep terminal areasincluding tank farms and drum storageclean and organized.
  • Support maintenance tasks such as painting, minor repairs, and facility upgrades.
  • Assist with special projects, inventory, and audits as needed.
Qualifications
  • HS Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Ability to drive trucks within facility.
  • Forklift skills preferred (Not Required).
  • Tank Farm experience preferred (Not Required).

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