Operator

ONEOKMilford, IA
$62,000 - $92,000Onsite

About The Position

ONEOK is a Fortune 500 company with over 100 years in business, operating as a leading midstream service provider focused on safety, sustainable operations, and being environmentally responsible and employee-focused. This position is for a Petroleum Pipeline Operator in Milford, IA. The schedule is Monday - Friday, dayshift with some overtime and callout. The Operator will assist with or perform activities related to pipeline system operations, maintaining the pipeline and its supporting equipment in compliance with regulations, company work practices, and safety standards. The role ensures the reliability of equipment and the accurate measurement and quality of product transported through the system.

Requirements

  • H.S. Diploma or equivalent required
  • One to three years industry experience is preferred.
  • Ability to establish, prioritize assignments and complete assignments in a timely manner with supervision
  • Ability to interact, negotiate, communicate and/or exchange written and verbal information and instructions
  • Ability to use tools and equipment including computers and related software
  • Ability to apply basic arithmetic to include addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
  • Employee is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
  • Working Conditions: Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Frequently)
  • Outdoor weather conditions (Frequently)
  • Wet or humid conditions (not weather related) (Frequently)
  • Extreme cold (not weather related) (Frequently)
  • Extreme heat (not weather related) (Frequently)
  • Dust, fumes, gases (Frequently)
  • Moving mechanical parts (Frequently)
  • Potential electric shock (Frequently)
  • Prolonged exposure to vibration (Frequently)
  • High pitched noises/loud noises (Frequently)
  • Unprotected heights (Frequently)
  • Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly)
  • CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly)
  • Travel to other locations up to 30% in assigned geographic region(s) required
  • Based on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's license

Nice To Haves

  • Associate's Degree in Petroleum Tech or related field preferred

Responsibilities

  • Perform mainline operations of pumping units and operate refined product pumps.
  • Perform product sampling, run samples for analysis on in-house lab equipment; measure location physical stock, meters, and additive variances.
  • Gauge products transferred to and from tanks, trucks, rail cars, and pipelines.
  • Perform valve lineups, switch and tank changes as required to move products in and out of storage.
  • Work diligently and follow all safety requirements to prevent product contamination, spills and avoid product loss.
  • Input information into computer programs and other system applications as required.
  • Maintain location appearance, repair and replace equipment, maintain facility in exemplary compliance.
  • Perform tank inspections, make analyses of tank contents and prepare records as required, make routine daily inspection of facilities.
  • Assist drivers and customers, perform truck rack operations, and rail car offloading duties.
  • Perform general maintenance responsibilities as directed, and assist area technicians as requested.
  • Oversee contractors and process invoices.
  • Work in a safe manner, following company safety policies and programs.
  • Responsible for other projects and assignments as directed.
  • 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.
  • ONEOK is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process.
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