Terminal Operator

Job Highlights

Company Profile

CalPortland delivers comprehensive construction solutions, specializing in cement, ready-mixed concrete, aggregates, and asphalt. The services tackle complex building challenges with expert production, distribution, and on-site construction support.

Job Profile

The company is searching for a Terminal Operator who will participate in the loading and unloading of cement at the terminal.

Requires hands-on operation of terminal equipment, developing a familiarity with bulk truck and rail car operations.

Must perform all duties in a safety-conscious manner and in compliance with all applicable environmental laws and policies.

Education Level

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Work Experience

• Terminal/Plant maintenance experience
• Rail moving experience
• Experience using pneumatic, electric, and regular hand tools (ex., chipping guns, jackhammers, grinders, drills, wrenches, etc.)
• Mechanical knowledge: experience with oil changes, equipment inspections, belt alignments, and preventive maintenance inspections

License/Certification

• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license

Duties/Responsibilities

• Accurately and courteously take orders from customers over the phone
• Communicate professionally and effectively with co-workers, customers, and anyone else while performing the job
• Complete daily checks on all tickets received and shipped
• Follow all CalPortland and WorkSafe safety rules and procedures
• Keep cement plant facilities clean and orderly, including the restroom
• Load and unload bulk trucks and railcars using a semi-automated loading system; operate a computer billing system
• Manually track inventory and provide reports as required
• Monitor product movement to and from storage tanks, coordinating activities with other workers to ensure efficient operation of the cement terminal
• Operate all mobile equipment: forklift, boom/scissor lift, track loader, front loader, sweeper, etc.
• Operate the railcar mover to spot and unload bottom dump and pressure differential railcars in a safe manner
• Operate weigh devices as Weigh Master
• 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.)
• Record operating data such as products/quantities transferred, gauge readings, and operating times
• Perform other duties as necessary and assigned

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Ability to see and hear safety indicators and warnings
• Additional hours may be required, including weekends
• Able to read, write, and speak in English
• Clearly and accurately communicate both verbally and in writing
• Climbing, bending, squatting, lifting, stretching, driving, riding, twisting, pushing/pulling, and riding on rough terrain
• Computer skills, including Excel, Word, SAP, and HMI systems
• Must be self-directed and able to work with little or no supervision, as well as part of a team
• Must work in all weather conditions: heat, cold, wet, dry, or dusty conditions
• Welding and cutting skills
• Will have exposure to levels of noise that require the use of double hearing protection

Work Environment

• Able to work in confined spaces, climb up to elevations of 10 to 100 ft., and lifting of up to 75 lbs. (50 lbs. frequent, 75 lbs. occasional)

Benefits/Perks

• The company offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support

Employer’s Statement

CalPortland is an Equal Opportunity Employer.