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Explorer Pipeline is Hiring an Operations Technician - Allendale Facility Near Houston, TX

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • This position requires the ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts including days, nights and weekends.
  • Ability to work in hot, cold or inclement climate conditions (outdoor conditions).
  • Ability to work overtime as needed.
  • Must be able to respond to calls 24/7 for emergency response.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following represents the majority of the duties performed by the position, but is not meant to be all inclusive nor prevent other duties from being assigned when necessary.

  1. Complies with DOT and OSHA health, safety and environmental requirements and follows safety philosophy and procedures developed by the Company including: applicable environmental, health and safety rules, procedures, and accepted safe work practices, the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems, and the reporting of workplace hazards and injury or illness arising from workplace activities; observes the workplace to identify conditions or behaviors that should be corrected and takes appropriate action.
  2. Ensures product receipts and deliveries at the terminal.
  3. Operates and monitors facility pump units, valves, provers, tanks, piping, and other station equipment via Human Machine Interface (HMI) and/or control panel and conducts routine operations such as meter proving, quality control sampling, station operation, pigging, tank gauging, etc. and special projects as assigned.
  4. Performs periodic inspections and routine maintenance on pipeline system and facilities.
  5. Completes administrative duties, maintenance records, service reports, and other required documentation.
  6. Coordinates operations and maintenance tasks with control center personnel.
  7. Performs housekeeping, maintenance, and repair duties around terminals, buildings, pipeline right of way, and station facilities.
  8. Locates and marks underground pipeline as required.

REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience

  • An Associate's degree or equivalent in experience is required. Two years of work experience in operations, mechanical, and/or preventive maintenance is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Ability to actively engage in safe behavior and understand and follow the principles and methods related to pipeline and workplace safety as established by the Company.
  • Knowledge of emergency and safety procedures, policies procedures, equipment operating parameters, and all applicable DOT, EPA, FERC, DHS and OSHA requirements.
  • Knowledge of system operation, pipeline and facility layout, and equipment capability.
  • Ability to use computers and applicable software.
  • Ability to use Human Machine Interface (HMI)
  • Ability to work without direct supervision to accomplish goals and meet schedules.
  • Knowledge of math, general science, hydraulics and strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
  • Ability to think logically and remain calm in stressful situations.
  • Knowledge of equipment, processes, and physical ability to accomplish the task as assigned.
  • Ability to drive and safely maneuver company vehicles.
  • Ability to prepare and analyze data and figures.
  • Ability to use a variety of tools and equipment including but not limited to Flow Computer, Tank Gauging, Sampling Equipment, Hydrometer, Line Locator, Probe Bar, Water Pumps, Fire Pump, Electronic Control Devices, Pumps, Drills, Quality Control Lab Equipment and Tapping Machine.
  • Ability to complete visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, operation of machines (including inspection), using measurement devices, assembling or fabricating of parts at distances close to the eyes.
  • Ability to effectively work and cooperate with supervisors, co-workers and vendors.
  • Ability to follow corporate policies and the directions of supervisors.
  • Ability to refrain from causing or contributing to the disruption of the workplace.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Normal color vision (no color blindness) and ability to hear within normal hearing range including use of hearing devices as needed to reach normal hearing range is required for the position.

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Full Time

INDUSTRY

Utilities

SALARY

$43k-54k (estimate)

POST DATE

05/10/2024

EXPIRATION DATE

07/09/2024

WEBSITE

expl.com

HEADQUARTERS

EULESS, TX

SIZE

100 - 200

FOUNDED

1971

REVENUE

$50M - $200M

INDUSTRY

Utilities

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About Explorer Pipeline

Explorer Pipeline: The Pipeline of Choice Headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Explorer Pipeline is one of the most advanced petroleum products pipelines in the world. We are the second largest transporter of liquid petroleum products in the United States. With an 1880 mile system, the trip for products shipped through the Explorer system begins at the Gulf Coast refineries and impact facilities in Louisiana and Texas. Determined by our shippers destination requirements, products move north to Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth, Tulsa, St. Louis, and Chicago. Products move at about six miles per hour or... 15,000 gallons per minute. The trip to Chicago lasts around 15 days and costs only $.03 per gallon. More than 72 different products are shipped via our pipeline by more than 60 different shippers. Our pipeline operates with the highest degree of safety: 1,000 times safer than truck transportation. At Explorer Pipeline, we Value Our Employees. Our company values include doing the right thing, being a good neighbor, serving and valuing our customers, respecting and recognizing each others contributions, and meeting or exceeding all regulatory standards. More
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