Operations Technician

Flint Hills; Buda (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligible!

Automatic 401K contribution

Excellent Health benefits

Potential Tuition Reimbursement

3 weeks' vacation

Job summary

Flint Hills Resources is hiring an Operations Technician in Buda, TX to support the Pipelines and Terminals team. This position entails ensuring safe operations and troubleshooting equipment while offering a flexible 9/80 work schedule allowing for every other Friday off.

Ideal candidates will possess a valid driver’s license, basic electrical/mechanical knowledge, and the ability to respond to emergencies promptly. Benefits include a competitive bonus program and health benefits.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to respond to emergency callouts within a 45-minute window.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role.
• Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation.

Responsibilities

• Support safe and efficient operations of bulk storage facilities and pipeline assets.
• Coordinate product delivery and receipt activities with schedulers.
• Conduct pipeline locates and routine facility inspections.
• Perform minor repairs on equipment such as pumps and valves.
• Participate in on-call rotation for operational support.

Skills

Microsoft Office programs

Basic electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Education

Technical or mechanical degree

Job description

Your Job

Flint Hills Resources is seeking an Operations Technician to join our Pipelines and Terminals team supporting assets in Mustang Ridge, TX. If you are seeking career growth in an environment focused on entrepreneurship, value creation, and high integrity, this could be the role for you.

This position offers a flexible 9/80 work schedule, providing the potential for every other Friday off depending on workload and business needs.

Benefits Package Includes

• Bonus eligible!
• Automatic 401K company contribution and competitive match program
• Excellent Health benefits
• Potential Tuition Reimbursement
• (3) weeks' vacation to start

What You Will Do

• Support safe and efficient operations of bulk storage facilities and pipeline assets
• Coordinate product delivery and receipt activities with schedulers
• Conduct pipeline locates, excavation oversight, and routine facility inspections
• Maintain accurate documentation of operational activities, including inventory reconciliation and work orders
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on equipment such as pumps, valves, and system safety devices
• Respond to customer needs and participate in on-call rotation for operational support

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Valid driver's license
• Ability to respond to emergency callouts within a 45-minute window to Mustang Ridge/Buda, TX.
• Experience using Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Basic electrical and/or mechanical knowledge
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role
• Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Physical Requirements:

• Physical ability to frequently stand, walk, lift, carry, push, pull, reach, handle, bend, twist, climb and balance; occasionally sit, kneel, crouch and crawl
• Ability and willingness to utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as hard hat, safety glasses, fire‑retardant clothing, respirator, and safety work boots as required
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (with frequent carrying up to 25 pounds)
• Ability to hear alarms and communicate hazardous conditions or other safety concerns
• Ability to work near moving mechanical parts, in outdoor weather conditions, in high or precarious places, and around fumes, airborne particles, and hazardous materials
• Must be available for on-call rotation including nights, weekends, and holidays

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience in construction or maintenance within refined products or oil and gas industries
• Technical or mechanical degree
• Experience troubleshooting instrumentation or electronics
• Experience working in the pipeline industry
• Experience locating underground pipelines

Equal Opportunities

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