Plant Operator

Energy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America’s energy.  We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, The American Red Cross, Ronald McDonald House and many more. 

We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible.  We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO and abundant career opportunities. 

Come join our award winning over 12,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The essential job duties for this position are listed below:

• Operate and monitor crude oil storage tanks, pumps, docks, pipelines, valves, meters, and associated equipment.
• Receive crude oil from pipelines, docks, rail, or other transportation systems.
• Transfer crude oil between tanks and to outbound pipeline or transportation facilities.
• Monitor tank levels, pressures, temperatures, flow rates, and equipment conditions.
• Perform line-ups, valve changes, equipment startups/shutdowns, and system isolations.
• Conduct routine inspections and identify leaks, equipment problems, and abnormal operating conditions.
• Perform crude oil sampling, gauging, measurement, and inventory reconciliation as required.
• Maintain accurate operating logs, meter readings, tank inventories, and shift documentation.
• Coordinate with pipeline control, field operations, maintenance, measurement, and other departments.
• Follow Lockout/Tagout, confined space, hot work, and other safety procedures.
• Respond to alarms, spills, equipment failures, and emergency situations.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and assist maintenance personnel with equipment issues.
• Maintain housekeeping and ensure the terminal remains in a safe and operational condition.
• Participate in safety meetings, training, and drills.
• Maintain knowledge of crude oil characteristics, terminal equipment, operating procedures, and emergency response requirements.

• High school diploma or GED

Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level:

• Level C requires a minimum of 0 – 2 years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience
• Level B requires a minimum of 2 – 4 years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience
• Level A requires a minimum of 4+ years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and understand P&IDs, operating procedures, and equipment documentation.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in a time-sensitive operating environment.
• Strong commitment to safety, environmental compliance, and operational reliability.
• Basic Computer based knowledge, Microsoft word and Excel.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company qualification requirements.
• Valid TWIC Card.