Illinois, United States of America
Job Family Group:
Downstream Supply Chain
Worker Type:
Regular
Posting Start Date:
June 19, 2026
Business Unit:
Trading and Supply
Experience Level:
Early Careers
What’s the role
The Des Plaines Terminal is a pipeline terminal that handles gasoline and distillate products for distribution to Shell customers. The terminal receives product via pipeline and truck and ships out product via a truck loading rack and pipeline operations. Terminal operators are responsible for all operational duties related to the receipt, storage and distribution of its products.
What you’ll be doing
Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Compliance with company procedures and government regulations related to HSSE (Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental) and various agency permits
General maintenance and housekeeping in support of terminal assets to ensure a safe, secure, and environmentally sound operation
Handling, receiving, transferring, shipping, and storing of petroleum products via pipeline and truck
Basic problem solving on loading rack malfunctions and other terminal systems
Basic knowledge of computer input and stock reconciliation
Quality assurance sampling and testing of products
Terminal Operators are accountable for thorough and complete compliance with company and regulatory procedures in the execution of their jobs. Examples include:
Compliance with the Shell Midstream US HSSE Manual
Compliance with the Measurement Manual
Familiar and compliant with environmental manuals such as the FRP and SPCC plans
What we need from you
Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer
Must be at least 18 years old
Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED
Must be able to communicate effectively with colleagues and customers
Must possess a current, valid driver's license
Willing to work outside in inclement weather with or without accommodation
Willing to work in compact and confined spaces 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 call-out standards to respond to site responsibilities and emergencies
Willing to support the company's drug-free work environment, which will include random drug screenings
Willing to support and comply with the company's harassment-free work environment policy
Willing to support and comply with the company’s safety policies and initiatives
Willing to support and comply with the company's diversity and inclusion work environment policies
Relevant/related Military experience will be considered
What we offer
The base salary range for this position is $72,000 - $108,000 per year. Individual pay will be based on various factors such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skill level, seniority, and internal equity.
For regular full-time employees of the Company (participating companies as listed in the Summary Plan Description), insurance coverage options include medical, dental, vision coverage, life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs. Employees also participate in a company pension plan and a 401(k) plan. Paid leave includes up to 6 weeks of paid vacation time, up to 11 paid holidays, and parental leave offering 16 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents, and 8 weeks of paid leave for non-birthing parents.
Additionally, employees are eligible for short-term disability leave for up to 26 weeks at 100% or 50% of base pay as well as Long-Term Disability insurance. Shell also offers other compensation such financial reimbursement for adoption, wellness, education, and personal learning expenses, and some roles are eligible for discretionary long-term incentives. For interns, eligible benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs; participation in a 401(k) plan; and paid leave for up to 11 paid holidays. Additional information on Shell’s US benefit programs can be found at https://www.shell.us/careers/about-careers-at-shell/rewards-and-benefits.html
You bring your skills and experience to Shell and in return you work with talented, committed people on one of the most important challenges facing our planet. You’ll have the opportunity to develop the skills you need to grow in an environment where we value honesty, integrity, and respect for one another. You’ll be able to balance your priorities as you become the best version of yourself.
Progress as a person as we work on the energy transition together
Continuously grow the transferable skills you need to get ahead
Work at the forefront of technology, trends, and practices
Collaborate with experienced colleagues with unique expertise
Achieve your balance in a values-led culture that encourages you to be the best version of yourself
Benefit from flexible working hours, and the possibility of remote/mobile working
Perform at your best with a competitive starting salary and annual performance related salary increase – our pay and benefits packages are considered to be among the best in the world
Take advantage of paid parental leave, including for non-birthing parents
Join an organization working to become one of the most diverse and inclusive in the world. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientation, and life experiences to apply
Grow as you progress through diverse career opportunities in national and international teams
Gain access to a wide range of training and development programs
We'd like you to know that Shell has a bold goal: to become one of the world’s most diverse and inclusive companies. You can get to know more about how we're working towards that goal, click here
Shell in The United States
Shell has been in the US for more than 100 years, leading the sector in energy, petrochemicals and refined products. Today, we provide millions of Americans with the energy needed to heat and cool their homes and power the economy.
We operate in all 50 states, from our Deep-Water platforms in the Gulf of America to the Pennsylvania Chemicals complex and our miles of pipelines throughout the US.
We reach our customers through our 13,000 branded retail stations, and we are number 1 in gasoline sales. We also own the #1 brand of motor oil in the U.S. – Pennzoil® – made from natural gas.
We are excited to play a key role in the move to net carbon emissions while providing the oil and gas needed by society for many decades to come.
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