CEWD Part-Time Instructor, Tank Farm Operations & Maintenance

Alvin College•Varies: Alvin College/Online/Various Service Area School Districts/TX Dept of Criminal Justice, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a Part-Time Instructor Pool in our Continuing Education Workforce Development (CEWD) department for available assignments during the academic year. This position is limited to no more than 19 hours per week. Applications are considered throughout the academic year and reviewed based on departmental needs. Should a review of your application result in the intent to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email for an interview. Alvin College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender equity, sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service or veteran's status. This is a security sensitive position and requires a criminal history and/or motor vehicle records check.

Requirements

Relevant industry experience in tank farm operations, petrochemical operations, chemical processing, petroleum storage, terminal operations, industrial maintenance, or process operations.
Demonstrated understanding of tank storage and transfer operations, preventive maintenance, process safety, environmental requirements, hazardous-material handling, and emergency procedures.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a related field.
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, as well as intermediate computer skills.
Must be familiar with interactive teaching methods and instruction via the Internet.
Working knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI) tools and the ability to use them responsibly, ethically, and in compliance with organizational guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating, inspecting, maintaining, or training personnel on storage tanks, pumps, valves, piping, transfer systems, and related equipment.
Certifications/training: OSHA safety training, HAZWOPER, API tank inspection training, process technology credentials, or other relevant industrial safety and maintenance certifications.
Working knowledge of Blackboard course management system
Bilingual - English/Spanish (Speak)

Responsibilities

Provides instruction in tank farm operations and maintenance, preparing students to safely manage storage tanks, transfer systems, inspections, equipment, materials, and related industrial processes in compliance with safety and environmental standards.
Develop and deliver instruction in tank farm operations, storage systems, material transfer, inspection, and maintenance.
Teach safe operating procedures for aboveground storage tanks, associated piping, pumps, valves, loading/unloading systems, and transfer equipment.
Instruct students in tank farm startup, shutdown, product transfer, line alignment, isolation, and emergency procedures.
Teach students to monitor tank levels, pressure, temperature, flow rates, alarms, and other operating conditions.
Provide instruction on tank inspection, corrosion monitoring, leak detection, preventive maintenance, and equipment condition assessment.
Teach safe handling and storage practices for fuels, chemicals, petroleum products, and other hazardous or regulated materials, as applicable.
Instruct students in proper use of PPE, lockout/tagout, energy isolation, grounding and bonding, confined-space awareness, and other applicable safety practices.
Teach spill prevention, containment, response, reporting, and environmental protection procedures.
Introduce students to applicable OSHA, EPA, environmental, fire-safety, and industry requirements governing tank farm operations.
Teach students to read and interpret P&IDs, tank diagrams, operating procedures, equipment manuals, and safety documentation.
Other duties as assigned.