Arthur Hilton has over 40 years of experience in the oil and chemical distribution industry, including roles as a Terminal Manager. He has a proven track record of safely managing operations and teams, maintaining regulatory compliance, and negotiating contracts. Hilton has expertise in terminal operations, project management, and safety programs. He is proficient in terminal automation and control systems, and possesses various industry certifications.

1. Art Hilton
4127 Jennifer Drive H:513-738-8773 C:859-462-3465
Hamilton (Ross), OH 45013 arthurwhilton@gmail.com
QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
Expert in light oil, heavy oil and chemical product distribution and transportation terminals possessing a strong safety
awareness and environmentally conscious work ethic. Demonstrated ability in planning and implementing operational projects
and procedures from concept to commissioning. Highly effective in motivating and directing employees from a managerial or
operational perspective. Adept communicator with internal and external affiliates, possessing excellent verbal and written skills.
Willingness to follow a corporate mission statement using a strong business acumen approach. Skilled in the unique technical
aspects inherent to the industry. References available on request. Additional competencies:
Federal, State, Local Regulations Diversity Awareness/Support Strategic Planning/Development
Technical Experience Internal Audits Cost Control
Team Development Marine Security Act Project Management
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
TransMontaigne Partners LP, Covington Kentucky
Terminal Manager 2011 - Current
Managed a team of four operators to facilitate the receiving and distribution of Chemical products and Heavy Oil material at a
maritime facility. Responsible for the safety of terminal personnel, scheduling inbound receipts by barge and truck, quality
assurance, API meter calibration, training independent transport carriers, securing vendors and contractors for mechanicaland
electrical projects, maintaining Environmental Permit compliance, stockholder inventory reconciliation and reporting, capital
and expense budget management, and maintaining compliance within USCG maritime operations regulations.
 Achieved zero environmental impact and OSHA loss time recordable incidents.
 Designated Facility Security Officer (FSO)
 Incurred zero demurrage charges relating to product movement.
 Reconfigured the light oil load rack to comply with environmental, safety and operational acceptance.
 Promoted professional relationships with stockholders, government agencies, and transport carriers.
 Participated in successful contract negotiations with current stockholder producing a profitable contract.
 Conducted employee performance appraisals annually provide direction and goal setting.
 Assisted in various load rack upgrades at various TransMontaigne locations.
 Volunteered as a TransMontaigne team member to implement ANSI/API Standard 2350-2012 Overfill Protection for
Storage Tanks in Petroleum Facilities.
Tesco / Symex Americas, Indianapolis, IN / Cincinnati, OH
Marketing Director 2009 – 2011
Responsible for Marketing and business development for both Tesco and Symex Americas specializing in vapor recovery and
combustion systems, Tank farm upgrades, Load rack automation and upgrades and total terminal maintenance.
 Promptly acclimated to a new position and business with enthusiasm providing immediate return
 Secured over 1,300,000.00 in contract sales in eighteen months of employment
 Secured a distributorship contract with a worldwide terminal supplier/contractor
 Researched, developed, marketed and won twenty one (21) continuous monitoring systems (CEMS) in accordance with
Federal EPA air emission rule 40 CFR Part 63 ( GD GACT)
Buckeye Partners LP (formerly Shell Oil Products US), Cincinnati, OH
(Continuouslyemployed from1980 - 2009 througha seriesof Company acquisitions)
Lead Terminal Operator – Special 2004-2009
Managed a team of three operators to facilitate the receiving and distribution of refined petroleum products and asphalt material
at a maritime facility. Responsible for the safety of terminal personnel, scheduling inbound receipts by barge and truck, quality
assurance, API meter calibration, training independent transport carriers, securing vendors and contractors for mechanicaland

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electrical projects, maintaining Environmental Permit compliance, stockholder inventory reconciliation and reporting, capital
and expense budget management, and maintaining compliance within USCG maritime operations regulations.
 Achieved zero environmental impact and OSHA loss time recordable incidents.
 Designated Facility Security Officer (FSO)
 Incurred zero demurrage charges relating to product movement.
 Implemented terminal checklist to enhance operator efficiency and productivity.
 Promoted professional relationships with stockholders, government agencies, and transport carriers.
 Participated in successful contract negotiations with new asphalt stockholder producing a profitable contract.
Shell Oil Products US, Cincinnati, OH
Operations Coordinator 2003-2004
Managed a team of six employees to execute the daily operations for a new petroleum distribution terminal.
Accountable for the safety of terminal personnel, scheduling inbound receipts by barge and truck, quality assurance, API meter
calibration, training independent transport carriers, maintaining Environmental Permit compliance, and stockholder inventory
reconciliation and reporting.
 Trained six new employees on all aspects of operating a new terminal distribution facility.
 Designated Facility Security Officer (FSO)
 Completed and commissioned a new distribution facility resulting in increased market share.
 Applied for and awarded new position within Shell guidelines. Relocated.
Shell Oil Products US (formerly Clark Oil and Refining Company), Rockford, IL
Technician/Inspector 2000-2003
Installed upgraded load rack hardware and software at fourteen terminals throughout the Midwest and Texas with a team of
electrical and mechanical technicians. Upgraded Programmable Logic Controller systems on remote pipeline block valves
permitting increased system control and safety.
 Trained 50-60 employees on functionality of all newly installed Toptech TMS 6.0/Multi-Load systems.
 All installations performed on-time and on-budget culminating with a Shell Super Award.
Clark Oil and Refining Company, Rockford, IL
Terminal Manager 1988-2000
Managed a team of two operators in daily operations of a land-based pipeline product distribution terminal. Responsible for the
safety of terminal personnel, scheduling inbound receipts by pipeline and truck, quality assurance, API meter calibration,
training independent transport carriers, maintaining Environmental Permit compliance, and stockholder inventory reconciliation
and reporting.
 Achieved No Lost Time accidents or OSHA recordables.
 Selected as a Research and development team member of Sorrento Electronics TMS 3000 rack automation system.
 Installed and commissioned Sorrento Electronics TMS 3000 at thirteen Midwest terminals on-time and on-budget.
Clark Oil Company (Apex Oil Company), Granville, WI
Assistant Terminal Manager 1984-1988
Assistant terminal manager responsible for day to day operations and pipeline product movement within safety and quality
assurance guidelines. Responsibilities included: training independent truck drivers on safety and loading procedures, inventory
reconciliation, load rack and tank farm mechanical maintenance, pipeline receipts.
 Achieved No Lost Time accidents or OSHA recordables.
 Promoted to Manager in Rockford, Illinois. Relocated
Apex Oil Company, Weirton, WV
Terminal Operator 1980-1984
Responsible for daily terminal operations, including: tank gauging, generating manual truck loading and Chain of Custody
manifest generation, Dockman (PIC) and Tankerman barge receipt duties, tank farm and terminal maintenance. Manual terminal
inventory reconciliation.
 Grade B Tankerman License.
 Promoted to Assistant Manager in Granville, Wisconsin. Relocated.

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Multi-Quip Inc., Winterville, OH
Machine operator/Pipe fitter 1976 - 1980
 Operated acetylene burning machine and assisted welder with pipe fitting.
 Basic welding and cutting knowledge
COMPUTER SKILLS
Microsoft Windows, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SAP, JD Edwards/Oracle business software, E-mail, internet
Shell Roberts basic electrical and Rockwell Allen Bradley Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT
 Toptech TMS 6.0  Danload rack controller
 Toptech Multi-Load rack control  Petro Count rack controller
 Smith Accuload rack controller  Honeywell additive injector
 Brodie BiRotor Meters
 Titan additive injector
 Yokogawa Data Recorders
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND CERTIFICATIONS
United States Coast Guard Facility Security Officer (FSO)
Incident Command System – Incident Commander
Hazardous Material Technician level under OSHA Hazwoper
Hazardous Communication
Respiratory Protection
Environmental law – RCRA and CERCLA
Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
OSHA related training: confined space entry attendant and rescue, hearing protection, fall protection, emergency response,
working with the media, public awareness and information
Smith Load Rack meter and flow control
Smith System Driver Training
First Aid, CPR, and AED
Asphalt H2S