Oil Terminal Operator & Tank Ops Technician — Rotating Shifts

Watco; Tioga (ND); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Watco is seeking personnel at the Tioga Terminal in northwest North Dakota to support crude oil and natural gas loading into rail tanker cars. The role emphasizes maintenance and inspections with paid on-the-job training and rotating shifts.

Qualified candidates should have high school or GED, a background in process maintenance, and the ability to work outside in varying weather. Regular attendance and safety compliance are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Experience inspecting and maintaining process equipment.
• Ability to perform inspections on tanks, pumps, valves, and related systems.
• Comfort with lifting up to 50 pounds and working outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Perform site inspections of equipment, tanks, fire suppression, security, and other systems.
• Access equipment from top and underside for inspection and maintenance.
• Maintain mobile equipment (e.g., payloader, skid steer, mowers) and conduct minor electrical troubleshooting.
• Document all work and ensure compliance with standards and regulatory requirements.
• Support tank management operations from pipelines to loading at the rail terminal.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Safety procedures

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Watco is seeking personnel at the Tioga Terminal in northwest North Dakota to support crude oil and natural gas loading into rail tanker cars. The role emphasizes maintenance and inspections with paid on-the-job training and rotating shifts.

Qualified candidates should have high school or GED, a background in process maintenance, and the ability to work outside in varying weather. Regular attendance and safety compliance are essential for success in this position.