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Terminal Operator

Channahon, Illinois, United States · On-site

Senior

CANAL TERMINAL COMPANY JOB DESCRIPTION TERMINAL OPERATOR I. BASIC FUNCTION Terminal Operators work at our terminal in Channahon, IL storing, transferring, and transloading liquid cargos including sulphur, asphalt, chemic…

Skills: Liquid Cargo Handling, Preventive Maintenance, Pre-transfer Inspections, Sample Collection, Product Monitoring

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Shore Tankerman

Channahon, Illinois, United States · On-site

Mid level

CANAL BARGE COMPANY JOB DESCRIPTION SHORE TANKERMAN *Chicagoland area.* Canal Barge LLC Shore Tankerman are our internal experts in the transfer of liquid cargos. Qualified candidates must be safety conscious and able to…

Skills: Liquid Cargo Transfer, Barge Inspection, Pump Maintenance, Emergency Response, Safety Compliance

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Welder

Lemont, Illinois, United States · On-site

Mid level

ILLINOIS MARINE TOWING JOB DESCRIPTION WELDER I. BASIC FUNCTION The Welder is responsible for performing all aspects of welding on inland marine vessels and equipment, including maintenance, fabrication, and structural r…

Skills: Stick Welding, Flux Core Welding, Fabrication, Structural Repair, Heavy Equipment Operation

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Human Resource Coordinator

Joliet, Illinois, United States · On-site

Mid level

Illinois Marine Towing JOB DESCRIPTION HR Coordinator I. BASIC FUNCTION The HR Coordinator is responsible for supporting HR operations and coordinating aspects of the employee onboarding experience. This role ensures new…

Skills: Employee Onboarding, Employee Relations, HRIS, Compliance, Recruitment Support

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Barge Readiness Tech

St. David's, St. George's, Bermuda · On-site

Entry level

CANAL BARGE COMPANY JOB DESCRIPTION BARGE READINESS TECHNICIAN *Sulphur, LA Area* I) Summary: The Barge Readiness Technician is responsible for conducting thorough inspections of tank barges before and after product load…

Skills: Barge Inspection, Mechanical Troubleshooting, Preventive Maintenance, Vapor Recovery Systems, Pump Engine Diagnostics

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Barge Readiness Tech

Gretna, Louisiana, United States · On-site

Entry level

CANAL BARGE COMPANY JOB DESCRIPTION BARGE READINESS TECHNICIAN I. BASIC FUNCTION The Barge Readiness Technician will be responsible for tank barge inspections prior to loading and unloading of products. This position wil…

Skills: Barge Inspection, Mechanical Troubleshooting, Preventative Maintenance, Engine Repair, Pump Maintenance

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Terminal Operator

Canal Barge Company

Channahon, Illinois, United States • On-site

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  • Full-time
  • high school
  • Posted 3d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The Terminal Operator is responsible for storing, transferring, and transloading liquid cargos such as sulphur and chemicals across various transport modes. Key duties include overseeing preventive maintenance, conducting inspections, and monitoring product levels and conditions.

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum high school education and a valid driver's license, with five years of terminal experience desired. The role requires the ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work, including climbing 40-foot tanks and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Full job description

CANAL TERMINAL COMPANY

JOB DESCRIPTION

TERMINAL OPERATOR

I. BASIC FUNCTION

Terminal Operators work at our terminal in Channahon, IL storing, transferring, and transloading liquid cargos including sulphur, asphalt, chemicals, and lube oil. Modes of storage and transport include storage tanks, barges, rail cars, and tank trucks, and work can be performed at multiple locations. Terminal Operators oversee preventive maintenance, conduct pre-transfer inspections, collect samples for lab analysis, monitor product levels and condition, and perform general housekeeping at the terminal.

II. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Storing, transferring, and transloading liquid cargos including sulphur, asphalt, chemicals, and lube oil.

2. Modes of storage and transport include storage tanks, barges, rail cars, and tank trucks, and work can be performed at multiple locations.

3. Oversee preventive maintenance

4. Conduct pre-transfer inspections

5. Collect samples for lab analysis

6. Monitor product levels and condition

7. Perform general housekeeping at the terminal.

Additional responsibilities may include:

1. Provide maintenance for boiler room and offices.

2. Check steamlines, cargo lines, and tanks.

3. Provide general maintenance and cleanup of grounds and facility to include cutting grass/ plowing snow.

4. Provide security for facility.

Other

1. Perform other duties as required and directed by management.

2. Carry out and the Business Philosophy, Code of Conduct, and Mission of Canal Barge Company.

III. ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP

The Terminal Operator reports to the Lead Terminal Operator and is appointed by the Terminal Operations Manager.

IV. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

1. Minimum high school education or equivalent.

2. Five years minimum terminal or terminal-related experience desired, but not required.

V. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical requirements of the job include climbing ladders and stairs, repetitive bending and squatting, climbing tanks of 40 feet height, and lifting equipment from 10-50 pounds. This position requires outdoor work under all weather conditions. Qualified candidates must be safety-conscious and able to work in a physically demanding environment and must have a thorough knowledge of hazardous/non-hazardous materials handling including health, safety and environmental aspects. All applicants must have favorable work references and valid driver's license and must pass a pre-employment physical examination and drug screen.

Canal Barge Company and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Related keywords

Terminal OperationsSulphurAsphaltChemicalsLube OilStorage TanksBargesRail CarsTank TrucksPreventive MaintenanceLab AnalysisHazardous MaterialsEnvironmental SafetyHealth and SafetyTransloading

About Canal Barge Company

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People Make the Difference. Named New Orleans Area Top Workplaces 4 years running.

Industry
Maritime Transportation
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Founded
1933
Headquarters
New Orleans, LA
LinkedIn followers
9,488

Founded in 1933, Canal Barge Company, Inc. is a family-owned, independent marine transportation company headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana. The name “Canal Barge” dates back to our early years when we operated one barge exclusively along the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway. Today we are one of the most diverse marine transportation companies in the country, moving highly valuable cargo to virtually every part of the world. Our greatest strength is in providing dedicated logistics in moving along the waterway between the Gulf Coast and Mid-America. Additionally, using our oceangoing deck barge fleet, we have made port calls on all coasts of the U.S. and foreign port calls in the Caribbean, Central and South America, and even across the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. Dedicated to long-term partnerships and tailor-made customer service, Canal Barge enjoys relationships with several Fortune 500 chemical and oil companies, as well as refineries, construction companies, fabricators, public utilities, engineering companies, and the United States Government. Canal Barge is in full compliance with the American Waterways Operators’ Responsible Carrier Program.

Offices: 835 Union St., New Orleans, LA 70112, US · 1801 Engineers Rd., Belle Chasse, LA 70037, US

Liquid CargoDry CargoDeck & Project ServicesTowing ServicesBulk Liquid StorageManagement ServicesChicago Waterline ServicesMarine Transportationand Bulk Liquid StorageTransportation
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About Canal Barge Company

LinkedInVisit site

People Make the Difference. Named New Orleans Area Top Workplaces 4 years running.

Industry
Maritime Transportation
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Founded
1933
Headquarters
New Orleans, LA
LinkedIn followers
9,488

Founded in 1933, Canal Barge Company, Inc. is a family-owned, independent marine transportation company headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana. The name “Canal Barge” dates back to our early years when we operated one barge exclusively along the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway. Today we are one of the most diverse marine transportation companies in the country, moving highly valuable cargo to virtually every part of the world. Our greatest strength is in providing dedicated logistics in moving along the waterway between the Gulf Coast and Mid-America. Additionally, using our oceangoing deck barge fleet, we have made port calls on all coasts of the U.S. and foreign port calls in the Caribbean, Central and South America, and even across the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. Dedicated to long-term partnerships and tailor-made customer service, Canal Barge enjoys relationships with several Fortune 500 chemical and oil companies, as well as refineries, construction companies, fabricators, public utilities, engineering companies, and the United States Government. Canal Barge is in full compliance with the American Waterways Operators’ Responsible Carrier Program.

Offices: 835 Union St., New Orleans, LA 70112, US · 1801 Engineers Rd., Belle Chasse, LA 70037, US

Liquid CargoDry CargoDeck & Project ServicesTowing ServicesBulk Liquid StorageManagement ServicesChicago Waterline ServicesMarine Transportationand Bulk Liquid StorageTransportation
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