What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Terminal Operator position at Sunoco LP?
Sunoco LP is a leading energy infrastructure and fuel distribution master limited partnership operating across 47 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Europe, and Mexico. The Partnership's midstream operations include an extensive network of approximately 9,500 miles of pipeline and over 100 terminals. This critical infrastructure complements the Partnership's fuel distribution operations, which serve approximately 10,000 convenience stores, independent dealers, commercial customers, and distributors.
At Sunoco, we take great pride in what we do and wholeheartedly believe our employees drive success for our company and our customers. We are always looking for the best and brightest talent and we are committed to making your job a challenging and rewarding experience.
Position Summary:
Performs duties as outlined by the Terminal Manager related to the receipt and shipment of petroleum products via pipeline and truck. Has maintenance and accounting responsibilities in accordance with established company and governmental regulations. Assists in leading the operations, maintenance, safety and environmental matters, especially in the temporary absence of the Terminal Manager.
Major Accountabilities:
* May act as supervisor for short periods of time.
* Assist in the training of Operators.
* Answers and responds to after hour calls (24-hours per day / 7-days per week).
* Responsible for filter changes and all valve alignments (manifolds and tanks) inside the terminal property to assure the proper handling, storage, and integrity of products.
* Uses the Terminal Automation System to prepare daily inventory reports, terminal balance report, and rack activity report.
* Forwards daily inventory and accounting reports to the appropriate customers.
* Makes sure that customers receive information needed regarding their throughput and inventory.
* Samples and analyzes product as instructed by the Terminal Manager.
* Keeps loading rack equipment (mechanical and electrical) clean and in good working order at all times.
* Interacts with drivers to make sure they follow all company and safety regulations.
* Trains new drivers and makes sure they are familiar with our automation, loading equipment, and emergency features.
* Conducts safety watches with outside contractors as advised by the Terminal Manager.
* Ensures all environmental and safety equipment is working properly.
* Keeps overall appearance of terminal up and grass mowed and edged.
* Ensures compliance with federal and state regulations. Reduces potential risk to public safety and environment and minimize company liability.
* Improves operations efficiency and financial profitability through well maintained facilities.
Education Requirement:
* High School diploma or equivalent required.
Experience Requirement:
* 4 years' experience in terminal operations required.
* Safety training and hazard training required.
* Spill response training for pipeline and rack area imperative.
* Fire training preferred.
* Is a self-starter and willing to adapt to changing conditions.
* Ability to work independently with limited supervision
* Ability to be role model for company values, including safety and environmental excellence, teamwork, respect for all stakeholders, business stewardship, continuous improvement and open, ethical behavior.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Climbing at least 60 feet on stairs at least a few times per week.
* Climbing at least 7 to 11 feet on ladders or scaffolding at least a few times per month.
* Lifting objects weighing up to 50 lbs. at least a few times a week, with the expectations that an employee can lift up to 100 lbs. with assistance, when needed.
* Carrying objects weighing up to 25 lbs. for up to 50 feet on a weekly basis.
* Walking 100 yards or more over 10 times throughout the day, with the expectations that employees could walk regularly up to 300 yards at a time for a total of 2 miles or more during a shift.
* Walking on steep inclines for up to 15 minutes at a time.
* Working in a crouching position several times per day for up to an hour at a time.
* Bending and stooping several times per day for up to 30 minutes at a time.
* Bending and twisting for up to 30 minutes at a time, including manually digging with shovels.
* Standing in one place for up to an hour at a time.
* Sitting for up to two hours at a time.
* Ability to wear all appropriate personal protection equipment, such as safety shoes, safety glasses, hard hat, flame-resistant clothing, hearing protection, respirator/breathing apparatus, and/or fall protection, as required by the job activities.
* Ability to use or operate the hand tools, power tools, precision tools, measurement devices and other tools or equipment required by the job activities.