Transmix Operator

Kinder Morgan Inc.; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinder Morgan Inc. is seeking an Operations Technician to safely operate a petroleum terminal, tank farm, truck rack and related units in the St. Louis area. You will manage distillation processes, monitor critical parameters and coordinate diverse receipts and shipments.

The role requires a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license and TWIC where applicable, plus the ability to work rotating shifts and perform physical tasks in a field environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid state driver's license required.
• TWIC required at terminals where applicable.
• Pass background check and drug/alcohol screening.
• Experience in petroleum terminal operations preferred.
• Proficient in basic math and Microsoft Office.
• Read/write English; communicate clearly.
• Able to work rotating shifts and perform physical labor.

Responsibilities

• Safely control the transmix processing unit through distillation operation.
• Monitor temperatures, pressures and flows of transmix and finished products.
• Sample and test petroleum products to verify specs.
• Coordinate receipts/deliveries with pipelines, rail, barge and truck.
• Transfer transmix and products between tanks and routes safely.
• Inspect tanks, piping, valves; document inventory and testing.
• Enter data into the truck rack control system and assist drivers.

Skills

TWIC credential

Valid driver’s license

Background check

English literacy

Math basics

Team player

Safety consciousness

Self-motivated

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

What We Are Looking For

Safely operate a petroleum products tank farm terminal, truck rack, river barges and transmix unit to process feedstock of transmix into finished gasoline and fuel oil (diesel) meeting target specifications. Perform all work in accordance with policy, procedures and safety requirements to ensure the safety of personnel, integrity of the environment and facilities.

What You Will Do

• Safely Control the transmix processing unit through distillation operation.
• Monitor temperatures, pressures and flows of petroleum transmix and finished products.
• Sample and test petroleum products to determine properties against specifications and known standards.
• Coordinate and receive pipeline, rail, barge and truck receipts and deliveries to and from tanks.
• Safe and efficient transfers of transmix and finished products among tanks, trucks, barges including to and from the transmix processing unit.
• Conduct terminal operations including inspection and monitoring of tanks, piping and valves; product sampling and testing; product inventory measurement and documentation; regulatory record keeping; maintaining facility security including monitoring contractor work on site; and assisting customers as required.
• Input and track information into the truck rack control system (TMS 7) and coordinate truck drivers during truck rack loading operations.

What You Need

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent

Required Qualifications:

• Valid State motor vehicle operator’s license (DL).
• TSA – Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) at terminals where required. Required at South St. Louis Terminal.
• Pass a personnel background check and drug/alcohol screening.
• Satisfactory driving record as determined by the Company and maintain insurability by company carrier.
• Prior operational work experience.
• Basic office and/or administrative experience including handling phones, completing paperwork and typing.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word/Excel) and Outlook email.
• Ability to pass and maintain all applicable testing, training/certification requirements.
• Demonstrate ability to do basic math functions (add, subtract, multiply & divide)
• Self-motivated and highly responsible with high situational awareness and regard for safety.
• Read and understand written material (in English).
• Clearly communicate orally (face to face and by telephone) and in writing (in English).
• Ability to accept direction from superintendent and work cooperatively with people.
• Ability to keep required work schedules, focused attention to details, adhere to operational procedures 100% of the time and follow work rules.
• Self-motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision or direction.
• Must be flexible and able to work effectively in a team environment and consistently maintain a professional demeanor and behavior with peers, clients, customers and representatives of various local, state and federal agencies.
• Hands on maintenance experience, knowledge of and ability to use hand tools, and understand various maintenance and general operating principles and skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical school or Associate Degree in Process Technology
• Experience in hydrocarbon terminal and processing unit operations; knowledge of piping, valves and pressures.
• Experience with storage tank operations, including inspections, alarms and sampling.
• Hazwoper, USCG (Person in Charge).
• Experience with maintenance and troubleshooting (mechanical, electrical, electronic/automation)

Working Conditions:

• Field environment – petroleum terminal facility with rail, pipeline, marine (barges), truck, distillation unit, laboratory and related activities.
• Indoor office work at all hours of the day.
• Outdoor activities including manual labor, at all hours of the day in all weather conditions.
• Work rotating shifts, either 12 or 8 hour (including holidays and weekends).
• Work alone (unsupervised).
• Ability to perform physical labor in a variety of outdoor climactic conditions including walking, bending, stooping, climbing tank stairs, ladders and platforms, digging, maneuvering valves, lifting minimum 50 lbs and general manual labor.
• Overtime required and extended work hours in the event of a facility emergency.
• Be willing to answer phone calls when on days off to assist operations with coverage if needed.
• Ability to work around raw and refined petroleum products.

Why Join Kinder Morgan

Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.

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.

For more information about Kinder Morgan, our culture, opportunities available, and to join our Talent Community, please visit our careers site at www.kindermorgan.com.