Crane Operator/Terminal Operator

Sprague is passionate about delivering the diverse products and programs that warm, power and move the world. We keep homes warm through Northeastern winters and hospitals cool through summer. We help small businesses focus on serving their communities, and our renewable fuels keep our country's infrastructure running. From importing wind energy components to deploying leading-edge solar technology to help power terminal facilities, we are committed to continually evolving to meet our customers' changing energy needs.

What we offer:

• Pay $28.00/hr
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans with employer match
• Defined Contribution Plan with an automatic contribution from Sprague
• Tuition reimbursement up to $6500
• On the job training
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Choice of Health Plans to fit your individual need
• Gym membership
  

Sprague values innovation, safety, integrity and people. We know that our people are what set us apart from our competition, and we work hard to make sure each employee across our 20+ locations knows how important they are to our organization. We recently surveyed our employees to ask them their favorite part of the job. Unanimously, they answered with "the people I work with." You are part of a team and a family at Sprague, and everyone works together to ensure the success of both the company and the individual.

And in addition to great coworkers, you'll enjoy perks like medical benefits and retirement contributions that start on your first day. Do you like to get involved where you work? Sprague has a range of committees to support varying initiatives (Sustainability, Charitable, Scholarship, etc.). Sprague is a place that cares about its employees, its community, and about creating a place where people want to come to work every day.

Job Summary / General Purpose:

The primary responsibility of the successful candidate will be in assisting during the loading and offloading of marine cargo vessels. When not engaged in that activity work will be assigned with both our maintenance and operations teams.

As a valued crew member, the Terminal Operator/Crane Operator at our Searsport, ME, will work in a team environment with leadership to optimize efficiency while focusing on safety every shift. We are looking for a terminal operator/crane operator capable of a wide range of duties at an oil tank farm/bulk handling facility. A variety of skills/specialization may be utilized, some of which may require licensure or certification. Work hours primarily are Monday through Friday and often require weekends and nights to help handle our busy operations. Overtime is frequently available, though not guaranteed, and often required. Work is primarily performed outdoors, and the terminal operator will work with the maintenance team and the operations team in a maritime environment 24 hours a day, 365 days per year. Regular travel to other Sprague terminals will be required.

Major Duties / Responsibilities:

• Ability to operate vessel crane and assist with loading/offloading marine cargo vessels - primary position
• Operation of construction equipment (ex: skid steer, pay-loader, forklift, hopper, etc.)
• Valve alignment, piping skills, pump skills, and construction skills
• Pump And Motor maintenance and PM's
• Insulating and Pipe installation
• Hydraulics and Fittings
• General heavy equipment and vehicle maintenance
• Assist with mooring vessels
• Assist with offloading of liquid and bulk cargo vessels
• Ability to obtain Rigging, Signalmen, and Heavy Lift certifications
• Assist with maintenance of grounds, buildings and/or equipment
• Participate in oil spill response drills
• Welding/Fabrication (with suitable training/certification as required)
• Travel to other Sprague facilities will be required
• Other duties as required

Education / Experience / Skill Requirements

• Knowledge of basic math
• Basic computer knowledge
• Mechanical aptitude
• Valid driver's license
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Travel to other Sprague facilities may be required
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience as a general laborer preferred
• Previous experience operating heavy equipment a plus
• Specialized licensure in certain areas a plus (i.e. PIC qualification, equipment operator certification)
• Operator must be able to be trained and become proficient in the operation of cargo handling equipment including vessel cranes, hopper, skidsteers, forklifts,and other various pieces of equipment.

Physical activity/strength requirements are demanding and may include:

• Standing up to 75% of the day
• Lifting up to 75 lbs. (i.e. steel parts, spouts)
• Carrying up to 50 lbs. (i.e. oil, parts, tools)
• Pulling up to 75 lb. capacity (i.e. mooring lines)
• Extended climbing (i.e. tank ladders/stairs/ramps)

Incumbent must possess the ability to work in a safe manner and maintain a constant state of alertness as the nature of work performed within our terminal operations create conditions where a momentary lack of concentration or alertness can lead to catastrophic results.

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