BASIC FUNCTION

A Hot Oil Operator is responsible for safely operating a hot oil truck for the purpose of heating and circulating fluids. All duties of the Hot Oil Operator are to be performed consistent with Company operating procedures to maximize the safety of all personnel at the work site and to efficiently perform the task.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Carrying and laying out hoses and joints of pipe from the truck to the wellhead or battery
• Checking gauges and valves safely and efficiently
• Operating high-pressure pump and burner for the heating fluids
• Operating high-pressure pump to test the integrity of the tubing and casing
• Operating high-pressure pump to circulate hot oil or water down flowlines, tubing and casing to remove paraffin build-up
• Connecting and disconnecting hoses and joints of pipe using hand tools
• Safely operating hot oil truck to and from each site
• Attends and participates in safety meetings
• Understand and comply with company, customer, and health/safety policies, and any other regulations that are required
• Reports any and all incidents immediately
• Able to work in all weather conditions
• This position requires various types and levels of job related training with respect to the operation of the equipment, Company Standard Operating Procedures and other specialized training as required by regulatory agencies and the Company.
• Performs and assumes other duties and responsibilities as may be required by immediate supervisor.
• Performs the primary thinking called for and encompassed by the overall Position Definition.
• Adheres to Company policies and work requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Pass the company’s drug screen.
• Must successfully pass WorkSteps (physical ability testing) and obtain a Medical Examiners’ Certificate from employers designated physician.
• Must hold a Medical Examiners’ Certificate.
• Motor vehicle record qualifies individual to be an approved company driver.
• Acceptable criminal history.
• Ability to read, write and speak English to the extent that they are able to understand verbal and written instructions as well as give verbal and written instructions in English; and the ability to use simple mathematical calculations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals (addition, subtraction, division and multiplication) to make job related calculations.
• Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.
• Position requires standing, walking, and sitting while working either indoors or outdoors.
• While performing the job, will be required to lift/carry, pull/push, reach, squat, kneel, and/or climb ladders or stairs.
• Working conditions for this position may involve exposure to various environmental conditions. This may include chemicals, gases, cold/heat, noise, dampness, dust, fumes, radiation and heights. Exposure to the above conditions should be handled as prescribed in the Company’s Employee Handbook & Safety Policy.
• Must have a valid Class A drivers’ license with Tanker and Hazmat endorsements required.
• Must have the applicable knowledge of DOT Rules and Regulations as required for the position.
• Must have basic knowledge of the oil field and related equipment associated with the trucking of oil field fluids.
• Previous Hot Oil Experience, preferred