Maintenance Technician

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P.; Birmingham, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunoco LP is seeking a Maintenance Technician for an inland fuel services facility. You will plan, coordinate and implement maintenance programs for bulk fuel terminals and associated systems, including API 653 tank cleaning, inspection and repairs, and safety compliance.

This 365-day operation requires flexibility, on-call shifts, and the ability to manage projects, estimate labor and material needs, and coordinate with contractors to maintain reliable plant performance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 3–5 years of related experience in bulk fuel storage and pipeline operations.
• Strong mechanical knowledge with electrical/instrumentation basics.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems.
• Experience with terminal equipment (pumps, meters, truck loading).

Responsibilities

• General maintenance repair of pumps, valves and liquid transfer systems.
• Test, repair and maintain electrical and control systems.
• Oversee API 653 tank cleaning, inspections and repairs.
• Estimate labor and material requirements for repairs or replacements.
• Coordinate projects with contractors and ensure safety policies.
• On-call support for maintenance needs outside normal hours.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical basics

Instrumentation basics

Troubleshooting

Multi-tasking

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Sunoco LP is a leading energy infrastructure and fuel distribution master limited partnership operating across 32 countries and territories in North America, the Greater Caribbean, and Europe. The Partnership’s midstream operations include an extensive network of approximately 14,000 miles of pipeline and over 160 terminals. This critical infrastructure complements the Partnership’s fuel distribution operations, which distribute over 15 billion gallons annually to approximately 11,000 Sunoco and partner-branded retail locations, as well as independent dealers and commercial customers.

At Sunoco, we take great pride in what we do and wholeheartedly believe our employees drive success for our company and our customers. We are always looking for the best and brightest talent and we are committed to making your job a challenging and rewarding experience.

Summary

The Maintenance Technician performs multiple functions at this inland fuel services facility. Responsibilities include the planning, coordinating and implementation of maintenance programs for bulk fuel terminal and refinery. Oversees execution of API 653 tank cleaning, inspection and repairs. Accounts for the quality control and completion of all repair projects. Ensures company and contractors are in compliance with safety policies and procedures. Coordinates construction and/or maintenance projects. Analyzes all work requests to determine necessary repair or replacement and estimate project costs for labor and material requirements. Identifies need for maintenance materials, warehouse stock, rental equipment and/or contract services. This is a 365-day operating facility. Must be flexible and able to work On-Call for various shifts that may include nights, weekends and/or holidays.

Responsibilities

• General maintenance repair of pumps, valves and liquid transfer systems
• Lubricate (grease, oil etc.) any and all pumps, motors and valves using weekly/monthly guide and maintain log of events
• Perform necessary testing, repairing, and preventative maintenance on the electrical and control systems
• Testing, calibration and repair of plant instrumentation and electronic equipment along with ensuring safe and efficient plant operations.
• Handle projects involving the implementation of design changes, major maintenance activities, including outage planning or system improvements associated with plant control systems, environmental equipment systems, fuel systems, chemical treatment systems and auxiliary equipment systems
• Work on a variety of pneumatic, electronic and microcomputer instruments, used to measure and control variables such as pressure flow, temperature level, motion, force and chemical composition
• Planning, coordinating and implementing standard maintenance programs
• Oversees execution of API 653 tank cleaning, inspections and repairs
• Accounts for full cycle quality control and completion of repair projects in a timely manner
• Ensures that the company and all contracted maintenance staff are in compliance with safety policies and procedures.
• Analyze and estimate projects for repair or replacement, including labor and material requirements
• Inventory control of maintenance materials and warehouse stock
• Identifies need for future repair and coordinate rental equipment and/or contract services
• Routine and ongoing daily inspection of facilities

Additional responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and repair equipment and instrumentation
• Utilize lifting systems for light or heavy machinery placement (incorporating pulleys, cables, hydraulic lifts or cranes
• Assembling new equipment ensuring that gears, wheels, bearing, belts, motors are aligned, fitted and attached properly
• Supports emergency plant needs on day shift and provides 24-hour (on-call) assistance during off hours
• Diligently follows all safety requirements
• Maintain location appearance, repair and replace equipment in order to maintain exemplary compliance standards
• Coordination of projects with contractors and work in a safe manner, following company safety policies and programs
• General maintenance responsibilities as directed

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• HS Diploma or GED
• 3-5 years related experience, including bulk fuel storage and pipeline operations
• Solid mechanical knowledge; electrical/instrumentation basics
• Mechanical ability to take apart and assemble complex machinery
• Project management and inventory control experience
• Must be knowledgeable with equipment used in terminal operations such as pumps, meters, truck loading equipment, electrical, etc
• Basic PC skills including MS Word and Excel
• Pleasant and professional demeanor with internal/external entities
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem-solving skills
• Ability to multi-task within department for instruction and direction
• Being on-call for maintenance issues outside of normal work hours

Working Conditions:

• Walking, bending, stopping, driving, and standing frequently
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Climbing stairs up to 60ft. elevation
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.

DISCLAIMER

The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

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