Operations Technician

Flint Hills Resources; Euless (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Flint Hills Resources in Euless, TX is seeking an Operations Technician to support the Fort Worth fuels terminal and pipeline. You will oversee daily operations, perform maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation equipment, and ensure safe, compliant operations.

The role requires a 12-hour rotating shift, strong computer skills, and effective communication. A two-year technical degree and hands-on maintenance experience are preferred to excel in this role.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree in mechanical or electrical/instrumentation disciplines is preferred.
• Experience with industrial equipment maintenance and troubleshooting is desirable.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work rotating shifts and physical requirements are required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain pipeline and terminal assets safely and efficiently.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation, electrical and mechanical equipment at the bulk storage facility and truck loading rack.
• Coordinate with pipeline schedulers for deliveries and receipts of petroleum products.
• Document operational activities using computer/tablet inputs, word processing and spreadsheets.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and company regulations including DOT PHMSA.
• Perform routine facility checks, repairs and immediate response to safety concerns.

Skills

Computer skills

MS Office

Education

Two year technical degree in Mechanical or Electrical/Instrumentation

Job description

Flint Hills Resources (FHR) is hiring an Operations Technician who will be responsible for supporting the pipeline and Fort Worth fuels terminal located in Euless, Texas. You will be responsible for the daily operation and maintenance needs of the terminal and pipeline. Other responsibilities may also include measurements, regulatory equipment inspections, and other duties required for daily pipeline and terminal operations. A successful candidate will have computer skills, good verbal and written communication skills, and sharp mechanical and electrical skills. You will also be required to work a rotating modified Dupont 12-hour shift schedule which rotates from days to nights and has a built-in off set of 7 consecutive days off every 5 weeks

Our Team

We are a dedicated team of highly skilled operators that are proud of the work we do at the Fort Worth fuels terminal, Flint Hills Resource’s largest terminal! Our terminal is one of the main suppliers of jet fuel for the Dallas-Fort Worth Airport and loads over 500 tanker trucks a day. With 12 fuel storage tanks at our facility and countless miles of pipeline under our care, we operate with the highest level of safety and environmental performance in mind. Grow your career and technical skills with us!

What You Will Do

• Responsible for the safe and efficient operations and maintenance of pipeline and station assets
• Responsible for the operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of instrumentation, electrical and mechanical equipment located at the bulk storage facility and truck loading rack
• Coordinate with pipeline schedulers for the successful delivery and receipt of petroleum products
• Other daily responsibilities may include: pipeline locates, excavation oversight, facility station checks, equipment repair, mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and responding to customer needs
• Familiarity and understanding of all federal, state, and company regulations including DOT PHMSA regulations.
• Proper documentation of all operational activities using computer/tablet inputs including word processing, spreadsheets, work orders and electronic communications.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Valid US driver’s license
• Willing and able to perform physical requirements as listed on this job description
• Willing and able to work rotating shift work as described on this job description
• Experience working with computers and MS Office software

Physical Requirements

• Physically able to frequently stand, walk, lift, carry, push, pull, reach, handle, bend, twist, climb and balance.
• Physical able to occasionally sit, kneel, crouch and crawl.
• Willing and able to utilize Personal Protective Equipment (for example: hard hat, safety glasses, fire retardant clothing, respirator, safety work boots, etc. as required)
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds (with frequent carrying of up to 25 pounds)
• Able to respond to audio alarms, or other loud noises that would indicate a safety concern.
• Must be able to communicate hazardous conditions and other dangers.
• Must be able to work near moving mechanical parts, work in wet or humid conditions (non-weather) and outdoor weather conditions, work in high, precarious places and work around fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience with industrial equipment maintenance that may include (motors, valves, actuators, meters, transmitters, pumps and valves)
• Experience in a role with Mechanical/Electrical troubleshooting
• Two (2) year technical degree in Mechanical or Electrical/Instrumentation disciplines
• Experience with pipeline or fuel terminal maintenance
• Two (2) years or more of work experience with industrial equipment maintenance that may include (motors, valves, actuators, meters, transmitters, pumps and valves)
• One (1) year or more of experience in a role with Mechanical/Electrical troubleshooting

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Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Flint Hills Resources is an industry-leading refining company making the oil and transportation products that keep the world moving. We make a large supply of fuel for gas stations and airports in addition to transporting crude oil, natural gas liquids and refined products through 4,000+ miles of pipeline –delivering energy to farmers, manufacturers and families. Our team champions innovation and excellence to help power modern life.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.