Facility Operator - Dravosburg, PA

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Keep the world’s supply chain moving. That’s what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you’re at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there’s one thread that ties everyone together. We’re all on the same team. One Watco. 

Pay Rate: $21.84/hr 

Schedule: M-F, 7 AM - 3 PM

Description

• Read and understand all standard operating procedures as well as safety requirements for individual tasks
• When assigned to the Railcar loading/unloading, Operator will use attention to detail to check and open railcars, open or close associated valves per approved procedure.
• When assigned to the Tank Truck loading/unloading, operator will weigh in vehicle, complete pre-load documentation, spot tractor-trailer under desired discharge station, transfer liquid until desired quantity has been discharged, weigh-out vehicle, and complete post load documentation.
• When assigned to the Asphalt Blend Manufacture, Operator will follow all applicable safety measures, follow management provided formula, wear task specific PPE, and know and follow approved procedure.
• When assigned to the Marine Dock, Operator will follow all applicable safety and security measures, complete all required documentation, wear task specific PPE, and know and follow approved procedures.
• When assigned to the General Maintenance, Operator will complete all assigned work orders, and notify any asset deviations to management immediately.
• Complete all applicable documentation, recordkeeping and daily inventory.
• Participate in safety briefings, job briefings, and any other pass on information from team members, management or customer.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills, Abilities & Requirements

• Must be able to work with a team, take direction and follow work rules, as well as, take on additional job responsibilities as needed or assigned.
• Must maintain regular, dependable attendance and a high level of performance.
• Ability to work outside majority of the time and withstand extreme weather conditions.
• Shift flexibility required; ability to work days, nights, and weekends when necessary.
• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Working knowledge of Watco Safety and Operating principles.
• Follow written and verbal directions to complete assigned tasks on schedule.
• Read, write, and communicate in English & understand basic math.
• Learn from directions, observations, and mistakes and apply procedures using good judgment.
• Transfer liquids - to\from railcars, trucks, and barges/boats utilizing safe operating procedures.
• Complete all applicable documentation, recordkeeping and daily inventory.
• Operate in a manner where SAFETY and ENVIRONMENT are of the highest importance.
• Climb onto top and underneath railcars in order to inspect and seal railcars using a checklist.
• Perform structural inspections as required.
• Prepare equipment for product transfer.
• Start, stop, and operate engines/pumps within defined operating parameters.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to obtain a TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential)

Machine, Tools, Special Equipment & Personal Protective Equipment Used

• Required to wear all Personal Protective Equipment including, but not limited to FR uniform, safety toed boots, eye protection, hard hat, gloves, etc.
• Operate fork-lift, man-lift, front-end loader/backhoe, and power tools and hand tools.