Environmental Site Operator

Environmental Site Operator

Location: Tonawanda, NY Compensation: $24 - $30 per hour, based on experience

What We Are Looking For

As an Environmental Site Operator, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient handling of oil and liquid transfers within our tank farm. You will be responsible for truck-to-truck and tank transfers, conducting sample testing, maintaining inventory records, and performing routine maintenance to ensure the smooth operation of equipment. This role requires attention to detail, a commitment to safety, and experience in handling hazardous materials. At NOCO, we value our team members as more than just operators—you'll be empowered to manage critical operations, maintain compliance, and contribute to a company with a long-standing history in the energy industry.

What You Will Do

• Perform truck-to-truck and tank transfers safely and efficiently.
• Maintain daily truck and tank inventory records using Excel.
• Process and analyze new and existing customer samples, ensuring compliance with a 5% rebuttal threshold for samples.
• Take accurate tank gauge readings and perform daily inspections of tank farm operations.
• Operate oil processing equipment to remove water from oil and load water into trailers for proper disposal.
• Conduct routine maintenance, including greasing valves and pumps, ensuring tanks are properly heated, and maintaining a clean and clutter-free pump house.
• Add necessary additives to oil tanks for product quality control.
• Follow all NOCO safety procedures and environmental regulations.
• Identify and report any operational hazards or maintenance needs.
• Assist in emergency response situations when required.

What You Will Need

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in truck and tank farm operations or a related field.
• Experience in sample testing and working with hazardous materials preferred.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely and follow DOT regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data entry and inventory tracking.
• Strong mechanical aptitude to perform basic maintenance and troubleshoot operational issues.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds and work in outdoor conditions as needed.
• Must pass a background check and drug screening.
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification preferred.

What We Offer

• Competitive starting hourly rate
• Generous medical insurance offerings
• Dental and vision plans
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability
• 401(k) with company match
• Health savings accounts
• Generous Paid Time Off policies
• 7 paid holidays
• Employee and family assistance program
• Company-paid training
• Safety incentives
• Years of service incentives
• Company provided uniforms and PPE
• Boot allowance

Join NOCO and be part of a team that drives excellence in environmental and energy solutions!