Terminal Operator

LE001 Canal Barge Company, Inc.

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Channahon, IL Until 9/22/2026 5+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 24, 2026 Last posted July 24, 2026
Job description

CANAL TERMINAL COMPANY

JOB DESCRIPTION

TERMINAL OPERATOR

I.           BASIC FUNCTION

Terminal Operators work at our terminal in Channahon, IL storing, transferring, and transloading liquid cargos including sulphur, asphalt, chemicals, and lube oil. Modes of storage and transport include storage tanks, barges, rail cars, and tank trucks, and work can be performed at multiple locations. Terminal Operators oversee preventive maintenance, conduct pre-transfer inspections, collect samples for lab analysis, monitor product levels and condition, and perform general housekeeping at the terminal.

II.         MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Storing, transferring, and transloading liquid cargos including sulphur, asphalt, chemicals, and lube oil.

2. Modes of storage and transport include storage tanks, barges, rail cars, and tank trucks, and work can be performed at multiple locations.

3. Oversee preventive maintenance

4. Conduct pre-transfer inspections

5. Collect samples for lab analysis

6. Monitor product levels and condition

7. Perform general housekeeping at the terminal.

Additional responsibilities may include:

1. Provide maintenance for boiler room and offices.

2. Check steamlines, cargo lines, and tanks.

3. Provide general maintenance and cleanup of grounds and facility to include cutting grass/ plowing snow.

4. Provide security for facility.

Other

1. Perform other duties as required and directed by management.

2. Carry out and the Business Philosophy, Code of Conduct, and Mission of Canal Barge Company.

III.        ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP

The Terminal Operator reports to the Lead Terminal Operator and is appointed by the Terminal Operations Manager.

IV.        EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

1. Minimum high school education or equivalent.

2. Five years minimum terminal or terminal-related experience desired, but not required.

V. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical requirements of the job include climbing ladders and stairs, repetitive bending and squatting, climbing tanks of 40 feet height, and lifting equipment from 10-50 pounds. This position requires outdoor work under all weather conditions. Qualified candidates must be safety-conscious and able to work in a physically demanding environment and must have a thorough knowledge of hazardous/non-hazardous materials handling including health, safety and environmental aspects. All applicants must have favorable work references and valid driver's license and must pass a pre-employment physical examination and drug screen. 

Canal Barge Company and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

About this role

Summary

Operate, monitor, and maintain liquid cargo terminal, ensuring safety and efficiency.

Job title

Terminal Operator

Experience level

none

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

energy

Location requirements

On-site in Channahon, IL, no remote work allowed.

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

liquid cargo handlinghazardous materialspre-transfer inspectionpreventive maintenancedriver's license

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

liquid cargo handlinghazardous materialspreventive maintenancelab analysisoutdoor work
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Channahon, IL, USA

On-site City