Terminal Operator I

Performs duties as outlined by the Terminal Manager related to the receipt and shipment of petroleum products via pipeline,

Dock, And Truck To Include But Not Limited To

• Inspects terminal and pipeline equipment to insure integrity.
• Utilizes the terminal automation system to complete daily inventory and rack activity reports.
• Monitors volumes, makes product switches, and ensures maximum and minimum volumes are not exceeded.
• Reviews valve line-ups with operations counterparts; starting and stopping pumps.
• Makes grade switches, monitors for interfaces, and makes valve lineup changes.
• Ensures proper measurement techniques are being followed.
• Gauges, samples and analyzes product as instructed by Terminal Manager.
• Reads meters, collects samples and performs various lab tests as necessary.
• Unloads gasoline additive shipments as required.
• Coordinates sampling times with customers.
• Monitors gate activity, and facility security.
• Assists maintenance and operations with various duties.
• Mows tank farms and associated property.
• Ensures company vehicles and equipment are properly maintained.
• Operates start up and shut down procedures for vapor recovery systems.
• Adheres to Valero’s HSE policies must be applied at all times.
  
  

This position is hourly nonexempt status, which means you are eligible for overtime pay.

Job

Operations/Skilled Crafts & Trades/Maintenance

Primary Location:

US-KY-Lexington

Job Posting

Nov 17, 2025, 12:00:00 AM

Unposting Date

Nov 24, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One (1) year experience in terminal operations preferred.
  
  

All successful candidates must be eligible to obtain a TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential). It is Valero’s policy that employees must wear this card at all times while working at the refinery. Please review eligibility criteria at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic .

Position level and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Valero's employees are the heart of its success, and there is a reason why the company is an employer of choice in the fuels manufacturing and marketing industry. It’s not just the excellent benefits package, or the opportunities for personal growth, it’s also the caring and committed culture of the organization that makes everyone feel like they’re truly part of a team.

Valero is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, including race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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