Terminal Operator - Port of Anchorage

Experienced Terminal Operator assists the Terminal Manager and/or Lead Operators (Managers) to operate a bulk storage facility which includes 8  product tanks, a truck rack, rail rack, a main office building and access to the Port of Anchorage Valve Yard (POAVY). This position has a broad range of responsibilities and, under the general direction of the Managers, will serve as a front-line supervisor to ensure the safe and efficient movement of aviation-grade fuel, ultra-low sulfur diesel fuels and gasoline into and out of the facility. Administrative responsibilities include assisting the Managers in the planning, budgeting, documenting, assessing and improving of site operations. Experienced Terminal Operator will be expected to work a shift type schedule which includes rotating day and night shifts.

1. Demonstrate advanced proficiency with industry best practices for petroleum terminal operations, providing mentorship, guidance, and training to junior staff, while effectively troubleshooting complex operational issues and coordinating routine maintenance activities to sustain optimal terminal performance.
2. Assist Managers to ensure the safe, compliant and efficient performance of terminal operations and maintenance activities in accordance with Company standards and regulatory guidelines.
3. Ensure the safety of self, employees and contractors and respond to system emergencies.
4. Assist Managers to supervise, direct and train workforce to company and regulatory requirements.
5. Maintain strong interpersonal, oral/written communication skills, and computer literacy.
6. Collaborate with other team members and take direction from the Mangers, as needed.
7. Work with minimal supervision.
8. Maintain strong planning, inventory management and organization skills.
9. Knowledge of specifications, quality assurance and petroleum measurement procedures for all Company products.
10. Assists with barge cargo load planning & management and product transfers via rail cars.
11. Understand pipeline & piping components (i.e. valves, pumps, gauges) and the ability to maintain/repair this equipment as needed.
12. Understand the operation, of above ground storage tanks and cathodic protection systems.
13. Identify and implement process improvements as directed.
14. Know and provide consistent guidance for company policies, procedures and directives.
15. Know and provide consistent guidance for the security responsibilities for the site. Acts as the alternate Facility Security Officer (FSO) and assumes the FSO responsibilities in the absence of the Managers.
16. Know and provide direction to ensure compliance with local, state and federal environmental regulations and permits, including State required Contingency and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans, United States Coast Guard (USCG) Facility Response Plans (FRP) and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations.
17. Understand and assist in maintaining procedures for the prevention and response strategies for land and on-water spills. Acts as the alternate Facility Spill Supervisor (FSS) and assumes the FSS responsibilities in the absence of the Manager.
18. Understand Incident Command Structure and response and assumes the Incident Commander responsibilities in the absence of the Manager.

Carry out front-line supervisor responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Supervise other operators within the department as directed by the Managers. Responsibilities include assisting the Managers as directed with  interviewing, hiring, disciplining, coaching and training, addressing and resolving employee concerns, planning, assigning, directing work and assessing job performance.

ASRC’s Core competencies include Leading Self, Leading People and Leading the Organization. In addition to our core competency model, our framework includes competencies specific to the various levels of positions within our company. For more information on our core competencies please contact the HR Department and reference the ASRC Leadership Framework.

Customer Focus

• Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.

Drive for Results

• Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.  

Problem Solving

• Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; probes all fruitful sources for answers; can see hidden problems; is excellent at honest analysis; looks beyond the obvious and doesn't stop at the first answers.

Time Management

• Uses time effectively and efficiently, concentrating his/her efforts on the more important priorities.

1. High School Diploma or Equivalent; secondary training in a skilled trade (i.e., mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, electronic, equipment operator) is desirable.
2. Minimum of two years of experience in the petroleum pipeline and/or bulk fuel terminal operations, or equivalent, is preferred.
3. Minimum of two years of supervisory experience is preferred.
4. Valid Driver's license without restrictions.
5. Current TWIC or ability to qualify for TWIC.
6. HAZWOPER certified.
7. Confined space work experience.
8. Equipment operating experience (i.e., loader, bobcat, forklift, man-lift, & vac truck).
9. Skilled in mechanical maintenance as related to petroleum storage and shipping facilities preferred.
10. Awareness of electronics and electrical equipment associated with pipeline operations preferred.
11. Strong knowledge of regulations as applicable to pipeline and terminal operations preferred.
12. Strong knowledge of petroleum liquids measurement and Petro Star, Inc. specific fuels preferred.
13. Commercial Driver's License preferred.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees or customers.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; reach with hands and arms; and to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb or balance. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. The employee must have the ability to climb tanks up to 50 feet utilizing stairs, ladders and platforms and perform their job at those heights. Specific vision abilities required by this job includes the ability to adjust focus. 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment consists of a variety of settings including a busy office/control room, maintenance shop, truck rack, tank farm, and dock facility. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions and may be required to travel in small and large commercial aircraft.

NOTE: This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The statements contained herein are intended to describe the principal functions of this position, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibilities, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.

Petro Star Inc., a division of ASRC, is a drug free workplace and pre-employment drug testing is part of the hiring process.

ASRC and its family of companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other legal protected status.  EOE:  M|F|D|V

Petro Star Inc. is the refining division of Arctic Slope Regional Corporation, an Inupiat-owned corporation created as a result of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act.

ASRC's family of companies apply a shareholder preference in employment, to the maximum extent feasible, as authorized by law.