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Job Summary

The Terminal Operator participates in the loading and unloading of cement 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.

Benefits

At CalPortland, we're proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive 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.  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

• Operate railcar mover to spot and unload bottom dump and pressure diffential railcars in a safe manner
• Load and unload bulk trucks and railcars using a semi-automated loading system; operate a computer billing system
• Monitor product movement to and from storage tanks, coordinating activities with other workers to ensure efficient operation of the cement terminal
• Record operating data such as products/quantities transferred, gauge readings and operating times
• Accurately and courteously take orders from customers over the phone
• Manually track inventory and provide reports as required
• Perform and assist other Terminal Operators in all required tasks at the terminal (loading, unloading, troubleshooting, repairs, installations, equipment preventative maintenance, housekeeping, maintaining accurate records, etc.)
• Operate weigh devices as Weigh Master
• Operate all mobile equipment: forklift, boom/scissor lift, track loader, front loader, sweeper, ect.
• Keep cement plant facilities clean and orderly, including the restroom
• Complete daily checks on all tickets received and shipped
• Follow all CalPortland and WorkSafe safety rules and procedures
• 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

• Physical requirements: able to work in confined spaces, climb up to elevations of 10 to 100 ft., and lifting of up to 75 Ibs. ( 50 Ibs. frequent / 75 Ibs. occasional)
• Climbing, bending, squatting, lifting, stretching, driving, riding, twisting, pushing/pulling, and riding on rough terrain
• Mechanical knowledge: experience with oil changes, equipment inspections, belt alignments, and preventive maintenance inspections
• Experience using pneumatic, electric and regular hand tools (ex., chipping guns, jackhammers, grinders, drills, wrenches, ect.)
• Clearly and accurately communicate both verbally and in writing
• Able to read, write, and speak in English
• Computer skills including Excel, Word, SAP, and HMI systems
• Ability to see and hear safety indicators and warnings
• Must work in all weather conditions: heat, cold, wet, dry, and/or dusty conditions
• Will have exposure to levels of noise that require the use of double hearing protection
• Must be self-directed and able to work with little or no supervision, as well as part of a team
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license
• Able to work varying and flexible workdays and hour
• Normal business hours: Monday - Friday
                                              2 AM - 2 PM
• Additional hours may be required, including weekends

Preferred:

Welding and cutting skills

Terminal/Plant maintenance experience

Rail moving experience

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.