Transmix Operator

Sunoco LP is a leading energy infrastructure and fuel distribution master limited partnership operating across 32 countries and territories in North America, the Greater Caribbean, and Europe. The Partnership’s midstream operations include an extensive network of approximately 14,000 miles of pipeline and over 160 terminals. This critical infrastructure complements the Partnership’s fuel distribution operations, which distribute over 15 billion gallons annually to approximately 11,000 Sunoco and partner-branded retail locations, as well as independent dealers and commercial customers.

At Sunoco, we take great pride in what we do and wholeheartedly believe our employees drive success for our company and our customers. We are always looking for the best and brightest talent and we are committed to making your job a challenging and rewarding experience.

Summary:

The Processing Operator is responsible for monitoring and adjusting all aspects of production for the Transmix and Hydrotreating processing facility, which is responsible for refining gasoline and diesel products. This will be done by observations in the control room and by periodic walk throughs of the plant property. While in training the process operator will do 40 hours every week.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The essential job duties for this position are listed below:

• Monitor process indicators, instruments, gauges, for temperatures, pressures and flows through a PLC System.
• Control or operate manifold and pumping systems to route liquids.
• Operate control panels to coordinate and regulate process variables such as temperature and pressure, and to direct product flow rate, according to process schedules.
• Record and compile operating data, instrument readings, documentation, and results of laboratory analyses
• Required to perform minor mechanical repair work on items such as, but not limited to, pumps, fans, valves, gauges, etc.
• Assist and interact with other technicians, maintenance crew and contractors.
• Patrol units to monitor the amount of oil in storage tanks and to verify that activities and operations are safe and efficient.
• Conduct general housekeeping of units.
• Perform lab tests to check the qualities and grades of products
• Complete daily lab work, such as sulfur testing, processing, and distillation to provide quality spot checks of product specs.
• Calculate test result values, using standard formulas.
• Offload tanker trucks into specified tanks.
• Help with administrative work. Other duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

• High School Graduate or GED required
• 2-4 years of experience preferred
• Computer Skills: basic understanding and operation of computers; Microsoft Office
• Certifications and Licenses: Valid Driver’s License
• Mechanically inclined

Preferred Qualifications:

• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Applied Learning – Ability to participate in and implement needed learning activities
• Detail Oriented – Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Organized – Being structured or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Problem Solving – Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work conflicts.
• Reliability – The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
• Safety Awareness – Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety
• Technical Aptitude – Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.

Working Conditions:

• Outdoor Environment: dependent on weather conditions; hot/cold; rain/shine; dust/pollen; loud noises; fumes and working with petroleum and other chemicals
• Be able to pass a fit test for SCBA

Work Schedule

• For the first 3-6 months, 40 hours every week. Will train as operator.
• Operator shifts cover 72-84 hours of operation over 2 weeks; 2 on, 2 off, 3 on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off. Rotate days to nights every 3 months. Work schedules may vary as business dictates.
• By nature of the operation of the facility, (24/7) operators may be required to work some holidays.

"An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet The Partnership is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of any actual or perceived legally protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law. The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job. DISCLAIMER: The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. "