Utility Operator - Tioga, ND

Watco; Tioga (ND); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture recognition

Competitive pay & benefits

On-the-job training

Watco University training

Job summary

Watco invites applications for a Utility Operator position at our Tioga Terminal in North Dakota. The role supports safe, efficient operations, assisting with tank management, loading, and facility services.

The job emphasizes regular attendance, adherence to procedures, and effective teamwork within a rail-terminal environment. The position pays $28.50 per hour, with a 7 days on/7 days off schedule and day/night shifts rotating between 6 AM-6 PM and 6 PM-6 AM.

Qualifications

• Process Maintenance Experience is highly preferred for this position.

Responsibilities

• Perform site equipment, tanks, fire suppression, and other inspections as required.
• Access the top and underside of equipment for inspection and maintenance.
• Perform maintenance on all mobile equipment as needed (payloader, skid steer, mowers, weed eaters, blowers, etc.).
• Minor electrical troubleshooting, transmitter, and PLC knowledge are preferred but not required.
• Experience analyzing and troubleshooting valves, pumps, VCU, and MOV's.
• Will be responsible for the operations as it relates to tank management from pipelines to loading at the rail terminal and all facility operations.
• Complete all applicable documentation and record-keeping.
• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Building and ground maintenance include lighting, mowing, snow removal, and assisting with janitorial needs.
• Must maintain regular, dependable attendance and a high level of performance.
• Follow written and verbal directions to complete assigned tasks on schedule.

Skills

Process Maintenance Experience

Safety minded

Job description

Start a Watco Career and Discover the Difference

Keep the world's supply chain moving. That's what the Watco team does every day at our short line railroads, switching sites, terminals, ports, and logistics hubs. Whether you're at one of these locations or in a support-services role, there's one thread that ties everyone together. We're all on the same team. One Watco.

Here’s What You Can Expect From Watco

• Outstanding culture recognized by Forbes and Newsweek
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Paid on-the-job training with peer trainers
• Training for conductors, engineers, mechanics, and MOW Team Members at Watco's Safe Performance Center
• Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
• Career advancement opportunities

Hourly Pay Rate

$28.50

Schedule

Wednesday - Tuesday, 7 days on 7 days off

Shifts

6 AM-6 PM or 6 PM-6 AM, rotating between day and night shifts

Location Information

Located in northwest North Dakota, our Tioga Terminal handles the loading of crude oil and natural gas into rail tanker cars.

Job Summary

Process Maintenance Experience is highly preferred for this position

The primary function of the Utility Operator is to assist the team safely and effectively perform all required duties/tasks by maintaining all mechanical operations at the facility. This job description is general and illustrative of the type of duties required for this position. This description is not all inclusive and is not meant to be a detailed description of each duty performed by the incumbent of the position.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform site equipment, tanks, fire suppression, security, and other inspections as required
• Access the top and underside of equipment for inspection and maintenance
• Perform maintenance on all mobile equipment as needed (payloader, skid steer, mowers, weed eaters, blowers, etc.)
• Minor electrical troubleshooting, transmitter, and PLC knowledge are preferred but not required
• Experience analyzing and troubleshooting valves, pumps, VCU, and MOV's
• Will be responsible for the operations as it relates to tank management from pipelines to loading at the rail terminal and all facility operations
• Complete all applicable documentation and record-keeping
• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Building and ground maintenance include lighting, mowing, snow removal, and assisting with janitorial needs
• Must maintain regular, dependable attendance and a high level of performance
• Follow written and verbal directions to complete assigned tasks on schedule