Operator Trainee (Multiple Positions Available)

Par Pacific•Tacoma, WA

59d•$35

About The Position

Operator Trainee / Utility Helper at a growth-oriented energy company Entry-level job classification Union-represented (USW) Ability to progress through the different higher permanent classifications with the Operations Department, up to and including, becoming a board operator (Utility Helper, B Helper, Pumper-Gauger, B Operator and A Operator). Note: This description is intended to give you a general overview of the position, additional responsibilities and opportunities may be identified based on current business needs.

Requirements

Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship
To comply with the regulations at this work location, successful applicants must be eligible to obtain a TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential). Please review eligibility criteria at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic.
High school graduate or GED. Completion of an Associates degree or vocational training highly desirable
Application of basic mathematics, conversion factors, and tables/charts is required for each classification
Pass a pre-employment physical exam demonstrating good physical condition. Work is mostly out-of-doors, year-around, and around the clock. Frequent climbing of stairs/ladders on tanks and towers, operating valves and considerable walking. Must be able to lift 30-pound load
Pass a pre-employment drug test and participate in a random drug testing program
Obtain a Homeland Security Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC)
Qualify for a respirator SCBA clearance
Experience working rotating shifts is desirable as all employees work rotating shifts, 24 hours/day and 7 days/week
Must be able to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime
Excellent team member characteristics
Capable to comprehend and follow complex procedures in a fast-paced environment
Good communication skills (written, face-to-face, radio, and/or or telephone)
Capable to transverse uneven terrain, scaffolding and earthen area
Able to climb ladders, elevated walkways and climb onto rail cars

Nice To Haves

Work experience in a manufacturing environment, petroleum refinery, chemical plant, military fuels management or other related process industry jobs
Mechanical aptitude is strongly desirable
A basic understanding of chemistry and physics principles are desirable

Responsibilities

Load/unload products (asphalt, emulsion, butane, ethanol, biodiesel) at loading racks or railcar facility.
Operate fired heaters.
Blend asphalts, emulsions, and/or motor gasoline to meet specifications per blend orders.
Coordinate with process operators, laboratory personnel, scalehouse personnel and truck drivers.
Operate water treatment systems and utility systems (N2, cooling towers).
Set up crude and/or product transfers to/from the tank farm and process units and to/from the marine dock.
Monitor boiler operation for steam production.
Operate valves, pumps and other equipment to move crude oil and refined products within the refinery (Valves up to 12-16” size).
Monitor processes to ensure production of on-specification petroleum products.
Respond to all emergencies. This will require the ability to run to isolation valves and critical equipment in emergency conditions.
Become familiar with and capable of using all response and safety equipment used in emergency situations.
Coordinate with management/supervision to ensure short-term and long-term orders are meticulously carried out.
Coordinate with maintenance personnel to ensure equipment is kept in operating condition.
Assist engineering personnel in the design and implementation of modifications to process equipment.
Maintain unit records – logs, log books, transfer sheets, etc.
Complete and monitor safety permits.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a strong comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, a robust allotment of paid time off, a 401(k) with company match, retirement savings plans, educational reimbursement, and more.
Full-time employees (and their families) are offered medical (with prescription coverage), dental, vision, voluntary critical illness, accident, life/AD&D insurance, Flexible Spending Account and Employee Assistance Program.
Employees can purchase company stock at discounted prices through the Employee Stock Purchase Program.

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