Terminal Operator: 12-Hour Shifts, Safe Tank & Valve Ops

ONEOK, Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ONEOK, Inc. in Houston, TX seeks a Terminal Operator to manage routine pipeline operations on rotating 12-hour shifts. You will handle tank transfers, valve lineups, and data entry into terminal systems while maintaining safety standards.

The role requires 1–2 years related experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment. DOT awareness and maintenance tasks may be involved.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in English.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers, internal and external customers.
• Ability to work in stressful and changing environmental conditions.
• Ability to work under time pressure, tight deadlines, and interruptions.
• Ability to use a PC with Windows OS to complete timesheets, email, and intranet.

Responsibilities

• Gauges petroleum products transferred to and from tanks, trucks, rail cars, pipelines; includes barges or other vessels at a marine facility.
• Performs valve lineups, switch and tank changes as required to move petroleum products in and out of storage tanks.
• Follows safety requirements to prevent contamination, spills and product loss.
• Inputs product information into terminal automation programs (ATLAS, TopTech).
• Performs tank inspections and records; daily facility inspections.
• Maintains location appearance and equipment; supports general maintenance.
• Assists drivers and customers; handles vessel, truck and rail rack operations.

Skills

English communication

Written communication

Work under pressure

Windows OS

Multi-line phone system

Problem solving

Following procedures

Data entry

Tools

Windows OS

Job description

ONEOK, Inc. in Houston, TX seeks a Terminal Operator to manage routine pipeline operations on rotating 12-hour shifts. You will handle tank transfers, valve lineups, and data entry into terminal systems while maintaining safety standards.

The role requires 1–2 years related experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment. DOT awareness and maintenance tasks may be involved.