Pipeline Operator - Caldwell (Terminal & PL)

Koch Pipeline Company, L.P., as an owner, operator and investor, plays a key role in the American pipeline system that delivers energy that fuels society. Koch Pipeline owns or operates about 4,000 miles of pipeline that transport crude oil, natural gas liquids, and refined products. Koch Pipeline entities also operate storage and distribution terminals in North America, and have an investment in the Trans Alaska Pipeline System. Koch Pipeline Company employees are focused on becoming the operator of choice in the communities in which they operate. Responsible for safe and efficient operations & general maintenance of pipeline & station assets, which includes but is not limited to maintenance of valves, pumps, piping & tanks. Daily tasks include but are not limited to pipeline locates, excavation oversight, facility station checks, maintenance of equipment, general troubleshooting and responding to customer needs. Pipeline Operators will be required to accurately document operational activities which will require computer work, including word processing, spreadsheets, work orders and electronic communication. Responsible for product quality assurance, including gathering samples and processing results, gauging tanks, meter proving, sample witnessing, monitoring inbound/outbound pipeline shipments, over and short reports and documentation. Compliance responsibilities include performing regulatory procedures, equipment inspections and accurate procedural documentation. Must understand and comply with all Federal, State and Company regulations and Koch Pipeline Company LP policies, guidelines, and procedures. Responsible for meeting the performance and training requirements as set forth by Koch Pipeline Company LP. All employees are expected to be proactive in the safety & environmental programs. Candidate must be highly motivated, require minimum direct supervision and have the ability to prioritize. Job Requirements: Minimum 6 months experience operating/repairing industrial mechanical equipment including but not limited to valves and positive displacement or centrifugal pumps Minimum 6 months experience working with 120 Volts AC up to 480 Volts AC - 3 Phase Computer knowledge - specifically the ability to use Microsoft Outlook, Excel,and Word and the ability to learn to use proprietary databases. Communications and organizational skills Valid Driver's license 2 year Technical (mechanical/electrical) degree OR High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 2 years of relevant field experience. Preferred: Minimum 12 months liquid pipeline field technician experience in the petroleum or chemical industry. Minimum 6 months experience with Management of Change documentation. Minimum 6 months Instrumentation/Electrical experience including knowledge and skills to work on all types of electrical and electronic equipment including but not limited to motors, valves, actuators, meters, transmitters, flow computers and programmable (PLC) controllers. Minimum 6 months experience locating underground pipelines Minimum 6 months experience with liquid volume measurements 4 year Technical (Industrial Mechanical) degree Other Considerations: Must be able to wear PPE in designated areas (Hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, fire retardant clothing, heeled safety toed boots, etc.). Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs on a frequent basis. Ability to work in hot, cold or inclement climate conditions (outdoor conditions) Up to 30% travel required, including overnight travel Must be able to respond to calls 24/7 for emergency response Must be able to be in a rotational on-call status Ability to climb and gauge storage tanks greater than 40' in height. Walking and climbing of ladders or stairs is required Ability to work overtime as needed Must have the ability to respond within 30 minutes of assets. Must be able to wear a respirator and to pass a respirator fit test. Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check, DOT drug screen, and pre-hire HAZWOPER physical Compensation/Benefits Competitive wages and benefits packages commensurate with experience. For additional benefit information, go to http://www.kochcareers.com/benefits_n.asp.We are an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V Drug test are required, unless prohibited by state lawClick here to apply for this job http://koch.hrdpt.com/cgi-bin/pm/click.cgi?job_id=336305&site_id=35 We are an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V Drug tests are required, unless prohibited by state law Location: Caldwell, TX 77836 Job Status/Type: Full Time, Employee Job Category: Other Industry: Consumer Packaged Goods Manufacturing Occupations: Other Career Level: Entry Level Work Experience: Less than 1 Year Education: High School or equivalent Reference Code: 336305