Lead Operator USW

ONEOKTulsa, OK
$34 - $52Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for monitoring all product movements and associated equipment to perform those movements. The Lead Operator ensures compliance with regulations, the System Integrity Plan (SIP), equipment reliability, accurate measurement, and product quality during transport through the facility. Lead Operators are responsible for the overall product movement and facility operations during their shift. The schedule involves rotating 12-hour shifts. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, and the union bidding process applies. Union posting guidelines outlined in the current collective bargaining agreement will be applied prior to considering external candidates.

Requirements

  • H.S. Diploma or equivalent required
  • None required (for Work Experience)
  • None required (for Licenses and Certifications)

Nice To Haves

  • Associate's Degree in petroleum technology or related field preferred

Responsibilities

  • Monitor and direct the Operator on all product movements in to and out of the station or terminal by coordinating with the area scheduler, refineries and product quality.
  • Tasks can include: mainline operations of pumping units, transferring product to storage vessels; making valve lineups, operating refined product pumps; performing product sampling, measurement of location physical stock and meters, input information into computer programs and perform daily facility inspections.
  • Monitor all product movements into and out of the Terminal/Station including: Mainline operations of pumping units, transferring product to storage vessels; Making valve lineups, operating refined product pumps; Managing product changes, operating above ground storage tanks, performing product sampling, running samples for analysis on in house lab equipment; Measurement of location physical stock, meters, and additive variances.
  • Input information into computer programs and perform daily facility inspections.
  • Provide support for a 6-spot loading and unloading rack.
  • Participate on the facility emergency response team.
  • Assist technicians with maintenance duties and perform general maintenance duties as directed by the Supervisor.
  • Comply with Company policies and procedures, including System Integrity Plan (SIP) and OQ requirements and implement them into location work practices.
  • Attend and actively participate in safety training meetings.
  • Perform any other tasks that may be assigned.
  • Responsibilities may include Department of Transportation (DOT) covered functions, including operations, maintenance, or emergency response on a pipeline.
  • Job duties also require the employee to be alert and respond immediately to dangerous or hazardous conditions, and where impaired performance, or failure to follow safety precautions, could result in serious injury or property damage.

Benefits

  • ONEOK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
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