Terminal Operator

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Washington, United States of America

Job Family Group:

Downstream Supply Chain

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date:

November 10, 2021

Business unit:

Downstream

Experience Level:

Experienced Professionals

Job Description:

Position Description – Accountabilities

Duties will include but not limited to:

Monitors pipeline equipment (meters, computer systems, etc.); gauges and tests product in storage tanks, monitor product flow through pipelines, tank farm, truck rack, dock and rail operations as assigned following prescribed procedures, standards, and regulations; and works as needed with stakeholders (Control Center, Scheduling, and customers). Maintains safety awareness and actively observes for abnormal or dangerous situations which could result in a release or unsafe condition.


Perform all work in a safe manner to achieve Goal Zero.
Follow scheduling orders and conduct pipeline line ups for receipt of product from pipeline, tanks, tankers, truck racks, etc.
Monitor instrumentation and product movement for variations outside of prescribed procedures.
Perform required inspections and record keeping throughout work schedule (tank gauging, tank inspections, pipeline inspections, etc.).
Perform stock accounting, manual gauging, temperature verification and calibration.
Responsible for facility surveillance by adhering to Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) Plan, Local Operations Procedures (LOPs), and Terminal site checklists (release prevention, security, general housekeeping, etc.).
Work with stakeholders (Control Center, Scheduling, and customers) to resolve scheduling conflicts and communicate any equipment issues which could impact ability to meet scheduling orders.
Responsible for validating/calibrating the testing equipment before use. Responsible for product testing including: pulling samples according to measurement procedures established in measurement manual using the last batch method or sample thief; perform sample testing for gravity and sediment and water (S&W) using the appropriate certified portable electronic thermometers (PETs), and establishing sampling amounts per batch size per established methods.

Participate in Loss/Gain meetings in order to provide information in trouble shooting Loss/Gain issues; complete inventory sheets for designated system to support trouble shooting.
Review and follow Local Operating Procedures.
Complete and stay in compliance with all Federal, State, and Local regulations; Operator Qualifications; Measurement Policies & Procedures; HSSE training and standards; and all other applicable regulations (e.g. AQMD, SPCC, Hazmat, RCRA, Weights and Measures, etc.).
Actively support and participate in the AMS and SAP/S4 Maintenance processes, audits, inspections, and other company sponsored initiatives.
Actively support facility housekeeping.


Position Description – Dimensions

This position is considered an individual contributor position; however, there are situations where it is necessary to work with other facility personnel and customers in order to successfully complete tasks and responsibilities. Individual will work with Shell Project Teams on specific initiatives. Additionally, much of the work is self-driven; teamwork is a must within this group.

Position Description – Special Challenges

This position covers a large area and wide range of equipment. This position requires up front planning to execute tasks timely and safely in areas.

An individual is expected to be proficient as an Operator within a reasonable period of time, which can vary based on previous experience. Once proficient, the individual will be expected to develop secondary skills in order to provide relief to other operations team members and support their own continuous development. Individual should be able to demonstrate and take initiative to further develop operational skills.

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Experience and Qualifications


Prefer 2 years’ experience working as a Terminal or Pipeline Operator
Experience working in an environment supporting oil or product movement and applying analysis
Experience product blending
Experience with sample testing and measurement
Experience demonstrating safe work practices and compliance in a hazardous work environment


Tangible Skills and Experiences


Have a working knowledge of sampling and measurement equipment, conducting tests and inspections of products, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
Experience using mathematics and applying formulas in measurement calculations
Required experience in conducting Job Hazard Analysis
Preferred experience in obtaining and issuing Work Permits
Preferred experience in applying Lockout/Tag Out
Must have proficiency in working on a computer, using standard operating programs, and entering information into systems.
Must be proficient in planning, coordinating, and executing work plans and preventative and reactive maintenance programs.


Interpersonal Skills


Must demonstrate written and verbal communication skills required to work well and influence others.
Must have experience working in an environment which requires multi-tasking and the continuous re-prioritization of work tasks due to the demand of keeping systems safe and operational.


Physical Specifications and More


Daily activities may include moderate lifting, bending, sitting, kneeling, squatting, standing, walking on uneven ground, climbing, twisting, pulling and pushing.
Must be able to climb tanks over 50 feet high on a regular basis multiple times per day.
Report to work whenever requested and work extended hours if required.
When on-call, must be able to respond to emergencies within 60 minutes.
Be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays when necessary.
Work outdoors in adverse weather conditions in summer and winter, as well as working and driving in highly congested traffic areas on city streets.
Work outdoors for extend periods of time.


Education and Training


Require high school diploma or equivalent; prefer AA degree in Process Technology.
Must have a valid driver’s License.
Must be able to obtain a TWIC card.
Must be able to obtain a HAZWOPER/OPA 90 First Responder Certificate.
Must be able to meet the requirements to obtain a Forklift Operator Certification.


Equipment Experience on the following preferred

Lone-Worker Device

Pumps (PD and Centrifugal)

Centrifuge machine

Centrifuge tubes

Chemical Handling Equipment (Toluene, Solvents, etc.)

Computer Software (Energy Exchange, Omni Flow, PROVEit, R.S. View, TMS, SAP, etc.)

Control Valves

Dead Weight Tester

Digital Pressure Gauge

Flash Tester

HART monitor

Meters (Turbine Meter, Sonic Meter, Positive Displacement Meter, etc.)

Densitometer

Digital Thermometer

Glass Master Thermometer

Gravitometer

Multimeter

Thermohydrometer

Thermometer

Micro SEP machine

PET

Rosemont Transmitters

Shell Water Test

Milipore

Sampling Equipment (Sample Pots, Circulating Pumps, etc.)

Tape Gauge w/ bob

Provers (FMD, Volumetric, etc.)

Sump Tank

This document is designed to give a general overview of the position. It is not a guarantee of duties performed or not performed.

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