Terminal Operator
External
Shell · Illinois - Des PlainesPrepare for this interview
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Responsibilities
- Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Compliance with company procedures and government regulations related to HSSE (Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental) and various agency permits
- General maintenance and housekeeping in support of terminal assets to ensure a safe, secure, and environmentally sound operation
- Handling, receiving, transferring, shipping, and storing of petroleum products via pipeline and truck
- Basic problem solving on loading rack malfunctions and other terminal systems
- Basic knowledge of computer input and stock reconciliation
- Quality assurance sampling and testing of products
- Terminal Operators are accountable for thorough and complete compliance with company and regulatory procedures in the execution of their jobs. Examples include:
- Compliance with the Shell Midstream US HSSE Manual
- Compliance with the Measurement Manual
- Familiar and compliant with environmental manuals such as the FRP and SPCC plans
- What we need from you
- Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED
- Must be able to communicate effectively with colleagues and customers
- Must possess a current, valid driver's license
- Willing to work outside in inclement weather with or without accommodation
- Willing to work in compact and confined spaces with or without accommodation
- Willing to climb ladders, walk up and down steps, and work at heights with or without accommodation
- To attend to emergencies, successful candidates must reside within 60 minutes of the site, or be willing to relocate to within 60 minutes of the site without relocation assistance
- Willing to work a rotating shift work schedule
- Willing to work overtime, holidays, nights, and weekends
- Willing to be on call and meet call-out standards to respond to site responsibilities and emergencies
- Willing to support the company's drug-free work environment, which will include random drug screenings
- Willing to support and comply with the company's harassment-free work environment policy
- Willing to support and comply with the company's safety policies and initiatives
- Willing to support and comply with the company's diversity and inclusion work environment policies
- Relevant/related Military experience will be considered
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Additional Information
Illinois, United States of America Job Family Group: Downstream Supply Chain Worker Type: Regular Posting Start Date: June 19, 2026 Business Unit: Trading and Supply Experience Level: Early Careers Job Description: What's the role The Des Plaines Terminal is a pipeline terminal that handles gasoline and distillate products for distribution to Shell customers. The terminal receives product via pipeline and truck and ships out product via a truck loading rack and pipeline operations. Terminal operators are responsible for all operational duties related to the receipt, storage and distribution of its products.
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