Terminal Operator

About This Role

Safely operate and maintain wood pellet handling equipment, including receiving and discharging rail cars and storing/reclaiming wood pellets from Dome Silo locations. Load nominated vessels according to agreements and maintain the cleanliness of the facility.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with railroads for spotting cars on track and placing cars over the rail pit
• Unload cars including venting hatches, inspecting cargo, opening gates, quality control PLC monitoring and progressing cars
• Operate track mobile rail car handling equipment for industrial switching operations
• Continuously monitor PLC for proper operation of all aspects of pit, belt conveyors, dust collection systems, and environmental control systems
• Monitor incoming product for proper Temperature and Moisture
• Operate equipment such as front end loader during outbound shipments to unload the domes
• Run/train on ship loader and all aspects to load ship fully and correctly
• Communicate with shift supervision or facility manager with all operational and safety protocol
• Responsible for up keep and cleanliness of facility

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Ability to qualify for a TWIC card
• Physically fit (able to climb steps and ladders frequently, work in tight spaces, work at heights above 100 feet)
• Experience running heavy equipment (e.g. Front End Loaders)
• Computer literate – MS Outlook or similar, MS Excel, MS Word
• Demonstrated high mechanical aptitude
• Ability to work with others in a cooperative and professional manner

Qualifications

• High School Diploma

Skills

* Required skills