Terminal Operator
ONEOK
- Location
- Galena Park, TX
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Entry
- Posted
- Sep 8, 2026
About this role
#WeAreONEOK – Fortune 500 company. 100+ years in business. Leading midstream service provider. Safety first. Sustainable operations. Environmentally responsible. Employee focused.
JOB SUMMARY
The Terminal Operator performs routine terminal operations under close supervision, following established procedures and safety standards to support the safe handling, storage, and transfer of petroleum products. Responsibilities include product gauging, valve lineups, tank inspections, data entry, facility inspections, and assisting with truck, rail, marine, and pipeline operations. This entry-level position focuses on developing technical knowledge and operational skills while maintaining compliance with company policies, environmental regulations, and safety requirements. This role operates on a 12-hour rotating shift schedule based on a modified Dupont pattern. Job Profile Summary Follows instructions and utilizes standard practices and procedures to develop resolutions to problems of limited scope. Duties are typically repetitive or routine in nature and work is closely supervised. Assignments are provided with little reliance on self-direction. Contributions are usually limited to assignment-related activities and require little to no decision-making. Still acquiring an understanding of the technical aspects of the job skills. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Gauges petroleum products transferred to and from tanks, trucks, rail cars, pipelines; includes barges or other vessels at a marine facility Performs valve lineups, switch and tank changes as required to move petroleum products in and out of storage tanks. Works diligently and follows all safety requirements to prevent product contamination, spills and avoid product loss. Inputs product information into terminal automation programs, including ATLAS, TopTech and other systems applications as required Performs tank inspections, make analyses of tank contents and prepare records as required, make routine daily inspection of facilities Maintains location appearance, repair and replace equipment, maintain facility in exemplary compliance. May perform other general maintenance responsibilities as directed Assists drivers and customers, performs vessel, truck and rail rack operations duties as assigned. Responsible for other projects and assignments as directed Responsibilities may include Department of Transportation (DOT) covered functions, including operations, maintenance, or emergency response on a pipeline. Job duties also require the employee to be alert and respond immediately to dangerous or hazardous conditions, and where impaired performance, or failure to follow safety precautions, could result in serious injury or property damage.
Education
H.S. Diploma required Work Experience 1 - 2 years related work experience in related field preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to: communicate effectively orally and in writing in English Ability to: communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers, internal and external customers Ability to: work in stressful and changing environmental conditions (conditions as noted above) Ability to: work under time pressure, tight deadlines, and interruptions Ability to: use a personal computer with the Windows® operating system to complete timesheets, send and receive e-mail, and access information posted on the Company’s intranet Ability to: operate a multi-line phone system. Ability to: follow instructions or standard procedures Ability to: compile and/or examine information and select the best action from defined alternatives Ability to: organize and/or analyze information and identify solutions from a range of alternatives Ability to: deal with complex issues which require substantial analysis or independent judgment Licenses and Certifications None required Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force