Terminal Operator - Albany, NY
At Global Partners, business starts with people. Since 1933, we’ve believed in taking care of our customers, our guests, our communities, and each other—and that belief continues to guide us.
The Global Spirit is the cornerstone of our commitment to success. As a Fortune 500 company with 90+ years of experience, we’re proud to fuel communities—responsibly and sustainably. We show up every day with grit, passion, and purpose—anticipating needs, building lasting relationships, and creating shared value.
Your Role, Your Impact
Facilitate the safe movement, receipt, and shipment of product between pipelines, rail cars, tanker trucks, marine and storage tanks by strictly following policies and procedures and ensuring proper system lineup
Ensure that product transactions are properly measured, accurately documented, and conducted in accordance with established policies and procedures
Proper tank gauging by physically climbing the tanks and reading a gauge tape
Use basic analytical test equipment and follow procedures for performing and documenting product quality assurance testing
Assist in the maintenance and repair of metering devices, pumps, valves, and related equipment, and perform meter calibration
Equipment investigation, repair/or replacement of parts.
Perform and document transport truck and routine terminal inspections
Stock balancing and reporting
Interact with government agencies
Manage drivers for safe loading and unloading in facility
Minor Terminal hardware & maintenance purchasing in accordance with company procedures
Perform terminal housekeeping and light labor duties including litter clearing including terminal inspections
Ensure safe handling of fuels while receiving product via pipeline
Promote and enforce health, safety, security, and environmental activities – intervene when necessary
Measurement assurance
Proper tank gauging
Marine PIC
Daily environmental inspections (LDAR)
Identify, investigate, & escalate issues with close attention to detail
Analyze and comprehend reports
Interact with government agencies
Perform calibrations on various equipment
Vapor systems investigation, repair and routine maintenance
Loading rack fire system inspection and maintenance
Read and understand piping and instrumentation diagrams P & IDs
Participate in security protocols at the facility as required and report incidents to appropriate parties
Investigation of facility malfunctions observed or reported including lighting and fencing
Controlling traffic and entrance gates
Inspecting visitor’s vehicles and badges
Other tasks identified and needed for safe, environmentally sound, and reliable operations
Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years old
Must have a minimum of a high school diploma
Must possess a current, valid driver's license
Operate a forklift
Must currently hold or be able to qualify to receive a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card. Note, information regarding TWIC standards may be found at https://www.tsa.gov/forindustry/twic.
Willing to work outside in inclement weather 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 callout standards to respond to site responsibilities and emergencies
Education Requirement
Must have a minimum of a high school diploma
None
The pay range for this position is outlined above. The final amount offered at the start of employment is determined based on factors including, but not limited to, experience level, knowledge, skills, abilities and geographic location, and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance and market factors.
Our Commitments to You
Competitive Pay - We offer competitive salaries and opportunities for growth within.
Health & Wellness - Medical, Dental, Visions and Life Insurance. Along with additional wellness support.
The Road Ahead – We offer 401k and a match component. We also provide tuition reimbursement; this benefit is offered after 6 months of service.
Professional Development – We value lifelong learning and have many internal development programs and access to other on-demand learning for continued career growth.
These commitments are offered to employees in permanent roles, as part of our support for long-term growth and success
What to Expect From the Hiring Process
We value passion and potential. Please apply if you’re qualified and interested—we’d love to hear from you.
A member of our Talent Acquisition team will review your application and may connect you with the hiring manager if your experience is a strong match.
Interviews are conducted virtually and in person, depending on the role. We’ll provide more details about next steps if selected to move forward.
Global Partners LP is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a company culture where ideas from all people help us grow, move and thrive. We embrace the diversity of all applicants and do not discriminate against race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation to apply, please contact our recruiting department at 781-747-9675 or 781-7GP-WORK.
Disclaimer. At Global Partners, we don't use lie detector tests for any employment decisions. We follow all the rules and regulations, so we need to let you know. In Massachusetts, it's illegal to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment of continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.