UTILITY TECHNICIAN LOCAP ONSHORE 7/7 -1

Loop Llc; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care package

Pension plan

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

LOOP in Louisiana is seeking an entry-level LOCAP Utility Technician to monitor and operate pipelines and storage systems, under supervision during on-the-job training. You’ll complete training within set timelines and perform daily tasks in support of operations across LOCAP facilities.

The role requires an AA degree or technical certificate, a minimum of three years’ experience or training, and the ability to work 12-hour day/night shifts on a 7/7 schedule.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or technical certificate preferred.
• Minimum of three years of experience or training.
• OQ Task LOCAP Utility Technician certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate pipelines, storage tanks, and measurement systems.
• Participate in observation/intervention/SWA program.
• Assist in maintenance and PM execution to maximize equipment availability.
• Record repairs and history in the LOOP CMMS.
• Support on-the-job training and absorb day-to-day tasks.

Skills

Training completion

Maintenance procedures

Safety compliance

SCBA readiness

Education

Associate degree or technical certificate

Job description

LOCAP
6695 LOCAP Road
St. James, LA 70086, USA

Crude oil is an essential element of our nation’s energy supply - fueling our cars, trucks, airplanes, and factories, and heating and cooling our homes. As part of the energy mix, the United States relies on a steady supply of crude oil to produce products we use on a daily basis. LOOP plays a key role in meeting those daily energy needs as the single largest point of entry for waterborne crude oil coming into the U.S.

LOOP is a joint venture of Marathon Petroleum Company, Shell Oil Company, and Valero, and is the only Deepwater Port in the U.S. capable of offloading and loading a wide range of vessels from Ultra Large Crude Carriers down to Medium Range Tankers.

LOOP stores crude oil in eight underground caverns in a naturally occurring salt dome capable of storing approximately 60 million barrels. In addition, LOOP has a modern above-ground tank facility consisting of twenty‑two tanks with a total storage capacity of 12 million barrels.

LOOP has called Louisiana home for over forty years. With headquarters in Covington and operating facilities in Galliano and St. James LA, as well as a facility 20 miles in the Gulf of Mexico.

Summary Description

Monitors and operates pipelines, storage tanks and associated equipment to ensure systems integrity for proper oil movement. This is an entry‑level position, which the individual will work closely with an experienced operator training on all day‑to‑day tasks. This individual will have to complete training per the On the Job training program on a set timeline, and be responsible for completing training, working with daily operations, performing daily job duties, and reflecting the knowledge retained.

The successful candidate will be required to work at LOCAP and may be required to work or relocate to other facilities including Galliano LA, Covington, LA or Marine Terminal facility (offshore).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in continuous monitoring, operating, inspecting, and testing of all equipment, pipelines, storage tanks, and measurement systems.
• Actively participate in observation/intervention/SWA program.
• Be familiar with equipment designated as Safety Related Alarm (SRA) assets and comply with all maintenance policies and procedures when working on SRA assets.
• Upon completion of On the Job Training, assist and perform Measurement Lab Analysis on composite sample for batch delivery system.
• Assist in PM execution.
• Assist in tag and lockout of various equipment and piping.
• Assist in performance of maintenance on equipment and instruments as needed to maximize equipment availability.
• Record equipment repairs, history, and replacements in the LOOP Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Assist routine maintenance to equipment and processes.
• May relieve Operations Technicians as needed.
• Assist emergency repairs to limit and/or minimize interruptions to LOOP and its customers.

Education: Associates of Arts (A.A.) degree or technical certificate in related field preferred.

Experience: Minimum three (3) years prior experience in and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Licensure/Certification: OQ Task for LOCAP Utility Technician.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Essential Physical Requirements: This position routinely requires twelve hour (12) days/nights on a 7/7 schedule.

Employee must meet the physical standards expressed in the LOOP Occupational Health Assessment to be physically qualified to carry out the duties and responsibilities of this position. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting, manual and finger dexterity, and eye‑hand coordination.

Ability to pass Fit Test for Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and 5 Minute Escape Pack.

LOOP employees and their families enjoy a competitive health care package providing comprehensive medical care.

LOOP provides both a traditional pension plan and a 401(k) savings plan with 7 percent company matching contribution to advance your long‑term financial security.

We offer one of the most competitive pay packages in our region including base pay and an annual incentive cash bonus for qualifying employees. These programs are designed to reward individual performance and align overall rewards with company and team performance. Paid time‑off benefits include sick leave, vacation, holiday and disability pay.

LOOP provides energy to its customers on a continuous 24/7 basis and thus individuals posting for this and other positions must possess the understanding that reporting for duty during both regular shifts and call‑outs to maintain operations is a core requirement of every LOOP position. Individuals may be required to report for duty during weather events, weekends, holidays and other irregularly scheduled, unscheduled or normally scheduled periods to maintain, operate or assist operation of the Company.

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