Apprentice Terminal Operator

Apprentice Terminal Operator

Buckeye Partners is seeking an Apprentice Terminal Operator with 2+ years of related experience in terminal, pipeline, or marine operations within the Oil & Gas Industry to join our team.

Role Summary

Learn the overall operation and maintenance of terminal, pipeline, marine, and rail assets. Develop a basic understanding of executing the receipt, delivery, storage management, and inventory control of petroleum products.

Responsibilities & Essential Functions Include

• Train and apply knowledge for the maintenance and repair of terminal equipment, ensuring it is in good working order and appearance.
• Maintain the facility to meet or exceed company standards and assist in analyzing and solving problems.
• Learn and become responsible for the receipt, storage, and distribution of petroleum products via pipeline, rail, and marine, adhering to all product movement, measurement, and quality control procedures.
• Become knowledgeable of petroleum terminal regulations, environmental regulations, safety directives, and operating procedures.
• Ensure management is informed of any issues regarding regulatory compliance, including health, safety, security, and the environment.
• Maintain positive relationships with terminal customers and respond to their inquiries and needs.
• Following training, respond to terminal, pipeline, rail, and marine related emergencies and participate in annual emergency response training drills.
• Operate computer inventory control systems and participate in inventory issue investigations.
• Become familiar with pipeline operations, handle product movements, and assist with other pipeline duties.
• Become familiar with marine operations, handle dock product movements, and assist with other marine duties.
• Support the Asset Team to achieve high performance certification and may act as a point person.
• Support Buckeye terminal operations and assist in special projects as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 0-2+ years related experience in terminal, pipeline or marine operations preferred.
• General understanding of equipment and maintenance of pumps, meters, truck loading rack, and dock facility preferred.
• General knowledge or experience in the petroleum industry is helpful.
• Inventory control and/or accounting background a plus.
• Familiarity with computerized inventory control systems and truck rack automation systems desirable.

Certificates & Licenses

• Some locations may be subject to port security regulations set forth by the Transportation Security Administration and United States Coast Guard.
• Employment at certain locations may be contingent upon obtaining state-specific licenses and/or a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
• Valid driver’s licenses required.

Other Skills, Attributes And Abilities

• Strong mechanical aptitude and excellent analytical skills.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork.
• Availability during non-work hours as required; may be required to carry an on-call phone.
• Ability to work with little to no supervision.

Physical & Safety Requirements

• Must meet medical criteria established by OSHA for emergency response.
• Consistently exhibit a high level of customer service.
• May require exposure to adverse weather conditions, hazardous environments, and the physical stamina to climb tanks, work long hours in the field, and wear a respirator.
• Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions.
• Regularly required to access and work at or around heights in excess of 5 feet, moving mechanical parts, moving on-track rail equipment, petroleum product or other chemical fumes, airborne particles like dust or other chemicals, vibration, uneven terrain, and high noise levels.
• Must be able to spend an average of 70% of time on feet.
• Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds five times per day on average.
• Must wear Fire Retardant Clothing (FRC) and/or Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Frequently required to communicate effectively.
• Ability to climb ladders (approx. 50 feet) and work safely at heights for extended periods.
• Subject to DOT drug and alcohol regulations.

About You

Buckeye culture requires a demonstrated commitment to environmental responsibility and regulatory compliance. Excellent communication, both written and verbal, along with strong organizational skills are paramount. You must work independently and exercise tact, discretion, and professionalism when dealing with customers and handling sensitive information.

Buckeye aims to reward innovative actions that reduce costs, generate revenues, improve productivity, or enhance processes.

People First Culture

Buckeye Partners collaborates to provide world-class service and meet changing energy needs. Our employee-first culture emphasizes investment in employees, collaboration, inclusion, empowerment, accountability, and professional development to foster high-performing teams.

Key skills/competency

• Terminal Operations
• Pipeline Operations
• Marine Operations
• Petroleum Products
• Inventory Control
• Regulatory Compliance
• Safety Procedures
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Problem-Solving
• Customer Service