Control Room Operator

PTS Advance; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

PTS Advance in Bakersfield, CA is seeking control room operators to support current plant operations of utilities and logistics and assist the site's transition to renewable fuels production.

This is a direct-hire opportunity with 4-5 positions available; start date ASAP; pay: $49.00 per hour. You will monitor units, perform rounds, and follow SOPs while maintaining safety standards and environmental compliance.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 5 years experience in refining or chemical plant operations.
• Associates degree or higher and Honeywell DCS experience preferred.
• Two years of experience in mechanical maintenance preferred.
• Honeywell DCS board operation preferred.
• Associate or technology degree in process technology or science discipline preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate process and utility units, tank farms/logistics.
• Perform and document unit rounds.
• Adjust, start, stop production equipment per SOPs.
• Maintain system processes within targets and operating limits.
• Safely collect samples for product quality issues.
• Communicate with operators, maintenance, and supervisor for field adjustments.
• Operate valves, meters, pumps and transfer systems.
• Follow safety and environmental programs.
• Perform housekeeping and on-call availability.
• Report safety deficiencies and take corrective action.

Skills

Valid driver''s license

Background check

G Suite proficiency

Strong communication

Time management

Analytical skills

Emergency response

Team coordination

Problem solving

Stress management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree or higher

Honeywell DCS experience preferred

Process technology or science degree preferred

Tools

Honeywell DCS board operation

Job description

PTS Advance is looking for control room operators for position in Bakersfield, CA. Renewable Diesel Refining Experience preferred.

The Operator will support current plant operations of utilities and logistics; support maintenance, construction, commissioning activities for the conversion of the site to renewable fuels production; and post startup operations of the facility in a safe, efficient and environmentally compliant manner in accordance with procedures and objectives. (4-5 positions available)

This facility has capital projects and expansion planned for the site. So it is a growing opportunity.

1. Start date: ASAP
2. Location: Bakersfield, Ca.
3. Direct hire
4. Pay: 49.00 hr

Essential Functions:

• Monitor and operate process and utility units, tank farms/logistics utilizing a wide range of control systems and equipment that includes pressure vessels, reactors, tanks, mixers, heat exchangers, pumps, compressors, boilers and furnaces
• Perform and document unit rounds in accordance with round sheets/calling cards
• Employ standard operating procedures to adjust, maintain, start, stop production equipment
• Monitor and make needed adjustments to keep system processes, including flows, temperatures, and pressures, based on targets and within operating limits
• Safely collect samples to identify product quality issues
• Read unit gauges to determine the flow rate of product into and from tanks and the amount of product in tanks
• Communicate with the other Unit Operators, Maintenance, and Supervisor to make field adjustments in response to changing process conditions to address or prevent issues
• Operation of manual and automatic valves, meters, pumps and transfer systems that move product between tanks and process units
• Report safety deficiencies and takes appropriate corrective or mitigating action
• Participate in all health, safety, and environmental programs
• Perform housekeeping to maintain a clean work environment and clean equipment such as filters, tanks, exchangers and other equipment
• Available to work varied schedules and take on call
• Comply with all Company safety and environmental practices
• Perform other tasks as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must have a valid Driver's license and clean driving record, and be able to pass pre-employment background screening and drug screen
• Ability to qualify on multiple jobs including console (board) position
• Able to perform rounds on shift with minimal supervision
• Proficient computer skills, specifically with Google G Suite and Microsoft Office
• Be able to respond to emergency calls as needed
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment

Education and Experience:

• Must be certified on 3 plant jobs
• High school diploma or GED required
• 5 year minimum experience in refining or chemical plant operations required
• Associates degree or higher and Honeywell DCS experience preferred
• Honeywell DCS board operation preferred
• Two (2) years of experience in mechanical maintenance position preferred
• Associate or technology degree in process technology or science discipline preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to pass a physical test of pushing, pulling, and lifting a minimum of 50 lbs
• Ability to work in confined spaces and wear self-contained breathing apparatus
• Must be able to climb ladders and or stairs on tanks, vessels and structures; wear respirator; work around equipment containing high pressures and temperatures and various chemicals
• Prolonged periods of standing and walking
• Ability to perform repetitive movements over long periods of time
• Requires frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching
• Requires lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring equipment and materials

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