Tank Station Operator

Kinder Morgan, Inc.; Wink (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinder Morgan, Inc. is looking for a dedicated operator for their crude oil tank farm in Wink, Texas. The position encompasses surveillance and maintenance tasks, ensuring safety and operational efficiency within the facility.

Candidates must possess a high school diploma and have relevant experience in pipeline operations. The role includes responding to emergencies, as well as regular attendance and compliance with safety regulations.

Shift work and overtime are required, with a focus on teamwork and safety.

Qualifications

• Must have completed at least one year as Pipeline Operator/Tank Farm operator or industry equivalent.
• Maintain a satisfactory driving record and current valid State driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Surveillance, operations and maintenance of crude oil facilities.
• Identify safety hazards and maintain good standing with training.
• Respond to emergencies such as spills and power failures.

Skills

Proficient with assigned core computer programs

Ability to work from written or verbal instructions

Ability to properly prioritize tasks

Strong problem identification skills

Ability to train others

Ability to speak and understand English

Ability to work with others

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Primary Purpose

Responsible for the safe and efficient operations and maintenance of equipment within the assigned crude oil tank farm.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Surveillance, operations and maintenance of crude oil facilities including tanks, pumps, and valves.
• Follow all EHS procedures and practices.
• Identify safety hazards.
• Maintain good standing with all required training.
• Participate in pipeline public awareness programs and emergency drills.
• Respond to emergencies such as spills, outages, power failures, etc.
• Launch and receive pipeline scraper pigs.
• Maintain, repair, and operate valves and pumps.
• Assist with regulatory audits.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience / Specific Knowledge

Must have completed at least one (1) year at Pipeline Operator/Tank Farm operator or industry equivalent.

Certifications and Licenses

• Maintain a satisfactory driving record as determined by the company and a current, valid State driver’s license.
• Subject to random drug testing.
• Must pass applicable OQ tasks as required.

Competencies, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficient with assigned core computer programs.
• Follow work procedures independently on less routine tasks or more complex equipment/processes.
• Ability to work from written or verbal instructions.
• Ability to properly prioritize tasks.
• Identify problems.
• Have the ability to train others.
• Ability to speak and understand English.
• Ability to work with others, takes direction from supervisor(s), focus attention on details, and follow work rules.

Physical Demands

• Primarily outside work.
• Frequently lift and carry, unassisted, items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Walking, climbing, standing, and sitting.
• Some inside work for training, working on computer.

Working Conditions

• Shift work, alternating days, nights, holidays, weekends.
• Overtime required.
• Emergency response.
• Callouts.
• On-call.

Supervisory Responsibility

None.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.