Cement Terminal Operator

The Terminal Operator participates in the unloading of cement from trucks and rail cars at the terminal. This position requires hands-on operation of terminal equipment, developing a familiarity with bulk truck and bulk rail car operations. The Cement Terminal Operator must perform all duties in a safety-conscious manner and in compliance with all applicable environmental laws and policies. 

At CalPortland, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees.  Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That’s why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from.  All regular full time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental and vision plans.  Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and retirement program.  The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.

• Operate moving equipment to spot and unload cement and/or fly ash railcars
• Load and unload bulk tanker trucks and railcars using an automated loading system; operate a computer billing system
• Perform tasks ensuring efficient operation of the cement terminal
• Maintain all mobile equipment in proper operating condition, including checks on tire inflation, brakes, waters, and oil pressure
• Assist other Terminal Operators in repairs, installations, maintenance, and operations of all terminal equipment
• Operate weigh devices as Weigh Master
• Operate mobile equipment: forklift, manlift, railcar mover
• Monitor product movement to and from storage tanks, coordinating activities with other workers to ensure constant product flow
• Record operating data such as products and quantities pumped, gauge readings and operating times
• Keep cement plant facilities clean and orderly

High school diploma/GED

• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license
• Physical requirements: able to work in confined spaces, climb up to elevations of 10 to 100 ft., occasionally lift weights of up to 100 lbs.
• Experience using air, electrical, and hand tools such as chipping guns, jackhammers, wrenches, grinders, and drills of all
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to see and hear safety indicators and warnings
• Must work in all weather conditions: heat, cold, wet, dry and/or dusty conditions
• Will have exposure to all levels of noise that require the use of hearing protection
• Able to work varying and flexible workdays and hours
• Basic welding and cutting skills a plus
• Industry experience preferred

Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA regulated on-going drug and alcohol testing.