Posted by Northeast Paving for Copiam Asphalt Solutions

Copiam Asphalt Solutions is a subsidiary of Vinci Construction USA. Vinci Construction USA also has multiple other subsidiaries including Senate Asphalt, Virginia Paving, Dirigo Materials, Cold River Materials and Northeast Paving.

Why Join Copiam

Copiam Asphalt Solutions offers its employees competitive wages, amazing benefits and the opportunity for personal growth through in-house training and the Career Progression Path. Copiam is built from the hard work, integrity, and ingenuity of its employees. If you are ready to work hard and rise to the challenge then Copiam is the right place for you!

Job Overview: Copiam Asphalt Solutions is looking for Liquid Asphalt Terminal Technicians. Under the direction of the Liquid Asphalt Terminal Manager, the Liquid Asphalt Terminal Technician is responsible for supporting the entire production process of the Terminal. The goal of the Terminal Technician is to ensure that the production process runs smoothly, safely and efficiently while maintaining a high level of quality and flow of materials in and out of the Terminal.

Key Duties: General - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each key duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Fully understand all aspects of the Operations & Maintenance requirements for the Terminal
• Act as Terminal Manager in his/her absence
• Identify problem areas and give input and make needed corrections
• Troubleshoot and take appropriate corrective actions as needed
• Gauge products transferred to and from tanks, trucks, and railcars to verify and control inventory, completing inventory sheets and product transfer sheets accurately and timely
• Perform valve lineups, switch and tank changes as required to move products in and out of storage
• Works diligently and follows all safety requirements to prevent product contamination, spills and avoid product loss
• Inputs information into computer system as required
• Maintain location appearance and maintain facility in exemplary compliance
• Perform tank inspections, make analysis of tank contents and prepare records as required, make routine daily inspection of facilities
• Perform the necessary sampling and testing of product stored in the terminal and as it is received into the terminal
• Maintain current records of test results
• Check trucks in and out of the facility, completing weighing and required documentation paperwork
• Assist drivers and customers in loading the correct product safely into trucks
• Perform general maintenance responsibilities as directed
• Record operational data, tasks completed, maintenance and operational needs to ensure proper documentation is kept
• Communicate with appropriate individuals on all manufacturing and production operations, any equipment issues, or any maintenance issues within the tank farm that cannot be addressed by those on-site
• Safely operate a variety of equipment within the tank farm facility, to include, but not limited to: pumps, valves, blowers, compressors, material handling and dumping equipment, etc.
• Work in a safe manner, which follows company safety policies and programs
• Responsible for other projects and assignments as directed

Qualification Requirements:

Education and Experience

• 2+ years experience in related field
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn and master the local operational software and equipment required for the terminal operations
• Basic Industrial maintenance skills and/or the mechanical aptitude to quickly learn specific skills
• Ability to learn and comprehend Hazardous Materials Operations Training and pass associated testing requirements on an annual basis

Physical Demands:

• Must be available 24/7 and able to work full days and periodic alternate shifts. Requires ability to periodically work long hours, multiple shifts, nights and weekends included
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time and ability to lift, bend, stoop, stretch, climb, and kneel as needed
• Ability to enter confined spaces and wear proper PPE when required
• Ability to climb railcars and tanks
• Ability to work on uneven surfaces, including natural ground and slopes, in varying weather conditions
• Ability to work around asphalt and other related chemicals on an ongoing basis
• Ability to lift up to 50-75 lbs. repetitively as needed

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that a Liquid Asphalt Terminal Technician encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, dirt, and dust that is typically associated with a construction project.
• Employee regularly works near heavy equipment and moving machinery.
• Work may involve a variety of substances commonly found on construction sites such as form oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel and ready mixed concrete.
• Work is also performed indoors in an office setting.

Demonstrate Safety 1st. It is important for members of the Copiam team to be actively involved in their own safety, while being considerate of fellow employees.

• Assess work environment for possible hazards and makes sure training is adequate to perform work.
• Has proper personal protective equipment and tools, uses them appropriately for the given task.
• Speaks up if seeing an unsafe act
• Identifies and turns in near miss reports
• Asks for help, when needed, to perform tasks safely.
• Considers if there is a safer way to perform work and communicates.

Company Benefits

• Medical & Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Voluntary Term Life
• Long Term Disability
• Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation & Holiday Pay
• 401(k) Plan
• Additional Benefits including wellness coaching, etc.

We promote a Drug-Free Workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Affirmative Action - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability are encouraged to apply