Board Operator

Marathon Petroleum Corporation•McAlester, OK

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Board Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of process, storage, loading, and unloading systems at a mixed natural gas liquids fractionation, amine treating, or cryogenic facility. The role operates electronic, computerized, or manual control systems to monitor and regulate facility processes while maintaining product purity and operating efficiency within design parameters. The position is located in McAlester, Oklahoma, and requires 12-hour shifts that may include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license.
Must pass a drug test and background check.
Must be able to work 12-hour shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Developing understanding of process controls and automation used to operate process-plant equipment.
Ability to monitor gauges, dials, and other indicators to ensure equipment is operating properly.
Ability to understand how systems work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment affect outcomes.
Effective verbal and nonverbal communication, including writing appropriate to the audience.
Ability to recognize and manage safety risks, identify hazards, assess workplace changes for safety impacts, follow safety procedures, use personal protective equipment, use tools and equipment in accordance with manuals and training, and call attention to hazards.
Mechanical aptitude, including the ability to apply mechanical concepts and principles when working with machinery.
Attention to detail and thoroughness in completing work tasks.
Computer and digital literacy, including safe and appropriate use of digital devices and networked technologies to manage, evaluate, communicate, and create information.
Ability to conduct tests and inspections to evaluate product, service, or process quality or performance.

Nice To Haves

Prior Board Operator experience.

Responsibilities

Continuously monitor instrument control panels and adjust controls to regulate pressures, flow rates, temperatures, and fluid levels, maintaining purity and operating efficiency within design operating parameters.
Oversee, read, and maintain equipment that controls product temperature and flow.
Monitor gauges, inspect product, troubleshoot issues, and perform routine maintenance.
Record data from equipment readings.
Upon qualification, issue and monitor safe work permits.
Demonstrate working knowledge of the Gas Plant Operator job.
Operate in accordance with Process Safety Management (PSM) regulations and environmental permit requirements.