Operator Technician

Marathon Petroleum Corporation•Woodhaven, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Technician position is located at Marathon’s Woodhaven, MI facility. This position works in and around refined petroleum products and crude oil facilities executing Operations & Logistics, Damage Prevention, and Right of Way Relations activities. The successful candidate will perform such duties as facilitating and monitoring pipeline movements, conducting LPG sampling, processing batch tickets, completing routine facility checks, climbing storage tanks in excess of 40 feet, and performing tasks in extreme weather, including snow removal. All duties will be completed in accordance with all regulations in support of DOT, PSM, environmental, safety, and regulatory compliance. Travel, callouts, and overtime will be required on an as-needed basis. Job duties are physically demanding, at times are conducted in high-noise environments, and require attention to detail. Individual must be able to lift 40 lbs. and be able to attain a forklift and aerial lift license. Marathon Pipe Line LLC operates more than 10,000 miles of underground pipeline in 26 states. The successful candidate is required to live within 45 minutes of the reporting location (Woodhaven, MI).

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required
A valid driver's license is required
Must be willing to work a 12-hour shift with rotations, including nights and weekends
Must be willing to work overtime as business needs dictate, which may include work on nights, weekends, and holidays
Must be willing to travel as business needs dictate
Must be able to lift 40 lbs
Must be able to attain a forklift and aerial lift license

Nice To Haves

An associate’s degree in a technical field is preferred but not required
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications and business management systems, are preferred
Previous pipeline experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Facilitating and monitoring pipeline movements
Conducting LPG sampling
Processing batch tickets
Completing routine facility checks
Climbing storage tanks in excess of 40 feet
Performing tasks in extreme weather, including snow removal
Performing tasks associated with pipeline movements and measurements
Performing routine station checks
Station alarm response and resolution
Communication of findings to appropriate parties
Right-of-way conflict response
Work order creation and closure in SAP for required preventative and corrective maintenance
Coordination of maintenance activities
Completion of all required training
Reviewing and executing procedures to maintain safe and reliable operations
Managing propane truck rack operations and training drivers to safely load propane
Issuing work permits and managing contractors on site