Operator

JOB SUMMARY / OVERVIEW

Under the direction of the Operations Shift Supervisor, the Process Operator I will perform standard operating functions in the areas of field operations, process and quality control, start-up/shut-down, and emergency response.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Safely operate pumps, compressors, fired heaters, boilers, reactors, distillation columns, and other plant equipment within safe operating ranges.
• Participation in the company Emergency Response Team (ERT).
• Make changes to the operating process as necessary to maintain product quality. Adjust control instruments, valves, or switches in order to regulate the pressure, temperature, or flow rate of the product; to direct the flow of product to other units or maintain specified levels in tanks and towers. Operate control room instrumentation systems and coordinate activities with outside operators.
• Monitor the performance of plant equipment and process conditions. Read flow meters, and temperature and pressure gauges. Take routine readings on process variables.
• Promptly respond to process alarms/constraints.
• Perform general maintenance, repair, and cleanup of plant equipment for safe and efficient operation.
• Draw samples of products from the process for laboratory testing. Perform lab testing on some products.
• Perform the functions of an Emergency Response Crew member or provide general support.
• Generate Work Orders (WOs), prepare logs, and submit to SPS.
• Capable to understand and follow plant policies and procedures.
• Able to troubleshoot problems to determine resolution within safe operating limits.
• Follow all relevant company policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND/OR REGISTRATIONS

• None required.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND/OR TRAINING

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Maximum three (3) years of process operations experience in chemical or refining plant required.
• Two (2) year associate degree in Process Operations preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Basic knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), plant equipment, and process controls.
• Basic knowledge of Distributed Control System (DCS).
• Knowledge of the Permit to Work System.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Teamwork Orientation.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

TOOLS / EQUIPMENT

• Computer
• Copy Machine
• Scanner
• Telephone system

SOFTWARE

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook required.

PHYSICAL

• Ability to lift 20 lbs. occasionally.
• Ability to sit for prolonged amounts of time required.
• Ability to effectively communicate through various means required.

ENVIRONMENTAL

• This job operates in an industrial environment, with heavy machinery. Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn in the field.
• Requires consistent fieldwork at times in extreme weather conditions.
• Noise levels are typically loud.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Rotating twelve (12) hour shifts including on-call schedule, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• May work longer hours to meet deadlines as necessary or to support facility emergencies.

TRAVEL

• Less than 10% of the time.