Lead Terminal Operator

Buckeye is the premier infrastructure and logistics provider for the world’s energy needs, both today and tomorrow. Since 1886, we have successfully navigated transitions in the way energy has been distributed to continually meet the needs of an evolving market and industry environment. Our people are a critical element to the success and longevity of our operational history and our future as we seek to thrive through the energy transition.

We own and operate a diversified global network of integrated assets providing midstream logistic solutions, primarily consisting of the transportation, storage, processing, and marketing of liquid petroleum products. We are committed to safely and responsibly providing world-class service to meet the continually evolving energy needs of our customers and the communities we serve. As part of this commitment to our customers, we are continually diversifying our platform and service offerings to enable less carbon intensive energy solutions and undertaking decarbonization efforts on our operations.

Buckeye Partners is currently seeking a Lead Terminal Operator with experience in terminalling or pipeline operations in the Oil & Gas Industry to join our team!

Role Summary :

The Lead Terminal Operator role is responsible for leading activities related to the receipt, storage, and inventory control and dispensing of liquid petroleum products for the field location and assisting in the overall operation and maintenance of the terminal & pipeline.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities include :

Terminal Operations. Overseeing the maintenance and repair of the terminal loading rack and equipment associated with terminal operations; keeping the facility in good working order and acceptable appearance and maintaining the facility to meet or exceed company standards.

Product Control. Receiving, storing, and distributing of petroleum products via pipeline, rail, and marine dock (if applicable), following all product movement, measurement and quality control procedures.

Regulatory Compliance. Ensuring compliance with all environmental regulations, safety directives and operating procedures, including Coast Guard, local, state and federal environmental agencies.

Customer Service. Maintaining a good relationship with all terminal customers, responding to their inquiries and needs as required.

Emergency Response. Responding to terminal, pipeline, rail and marine related emergencies and participating in annual emergency response training drills.

Inventory Control Systems. Maintaining all computer inventory control systems and participating in any inventory issue investigations.

Annual Budgets. Assisting in compiling annual project lists and costs for annual budget purposes at each terminal.

Projects. Assisting in long term maintenance capital programs for each site.

And other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements :

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

5+ years related experience in terminalling or pipeline operations preferred.

Certificates & Licenses :

None required

Other Skills, Attributes and Abilities :

General knowledge of equipment and maintenance of pumps, meters, truck loading rack required.

General knowledge or experience in the petroleum industry is required.

Inventory control and / or accounting background would be a plus.

Familiarity with computerized inventory control systems and truck rack automation systems desirable.

In order to be successful in this position, one must possess a strong mechanical aptitude and excellent analytical skills.

Good communication and problem-solving skills are also required.

Essential Functions :

This position requires the ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and or / quantitative productivity standards.

This role requires the ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.

This position requires compliance with all personnel policies.

Physical & Safety Requirements :

This person must meet medical criteria established by OSHA for emergency response.

Position may require exposure to adverse weather conditions, hazardous environments and require the physical stamina to climb tanks, work long hours in the field and wear a respirator.