Job description
Job Profile Summary
This role is responsible for the handling of petroleum products in a safe and environmentally appropriate manner.
Key accountabilities
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Successfully and effectively follow all health, safety, security, environmental (HSSE) and operational practices and procedures
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Possess knowledge of terminal equipment, regulatory requirements, terminal maintenance and computer operation
- Understand and follow internal and external policies and procedures and recognize out of compliance conditions and implement corrective action
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Monitor and maintain equipment in a manner that will allow for safe, efficient operations 24/7
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Be able to work alone at times which will require a high level of motivation and initiative
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Effectively communicate with managers, peers and contractors as necessary
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Coordinate and manage multiple tasks
Job Advert
In addition, the Terminal technician will perform the following tasks as part of their job responsibilities, not meant to be all inclusive:
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Perform automatic and manual readings (meter, gauges, etc.)
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Perform maintenance and housekeeping on various pieces of terminal equipment and/or terminal grounds involving physical labor activities such as lifting, hammering, wrenching, pulling, or climbing
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Conduct sampling, calibration and other quality assurance activities
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Gauge terminal tanks before receipt of product by the truck, railcar or marine tanker vessel
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Log information, complete training and communicate with others
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Complete authorization to work permits and other safety related paperwork and procedures such as lock-out/tag-out
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Calibrate equipment
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Maintain product integrity
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Learn and follow government regulations
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Provide safety orientations, as appropriate
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Maintain terminal automation systems an all related equipment
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Keep appropriate documentation up to date, organized, and readily available
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Interface effectively with Project Managers
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Assist with, prepare, and implement a preventative maintenance program
Essential Education
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A minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required
Essential experience and job requirements
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Ability and willingness to work up to 14 hours a shift
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Ability to work outside for long periods of time and in any weather condition
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Willing to work weekends on a rotating schedule
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Willing to be on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on a rotating schedule
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Must be physically qualified, including but not limited to, the ability to lift, carry, push, pull or drag hoses and equipment of up to 50 pounds in weight and climb heights up to 50’
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Must have a mechanical proficiency (currently have or capability to develop skills & abilities)
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Must have good communication skills and technical language with ability to check for understanding to eliminate miscommunications
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Possess basic to intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
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Must Pass a Job Skills Test (JST)
Desirable criteria & qualifications
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Two years pipeline or oil/petroleum proven experience
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Post-high school education in technical crafts or work experience in job duties described above, preferred
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Knowledge of diagrams (electrical/mechanical) reading
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Knowledge of pressure control devices, valves, etc.
Why join us
At bp, we believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly.
There are many aspects of our employees’ lives that are meaningful, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life, including a generous paid parental leave policy and excellent retirement benefits, among others!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
There are many aspects of our employees’ lives that are meaningful, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life, including a generous paid parental leave policy and excellent retirement benefits, among others!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Entity
Production & OperationsJob Family Group
Operations GroupRelocation available
NoTravel required
Yes - up to 10%Time Type
Full timeCountry
United States of AmericaAbout BP
PRODUCTION & OPERATIONSThis is the place to truly drive change. Our people develop hydrocarbon resources, deliver projects, operate refineries as well as oil and gas production assets.
Join us and make a difference by:
- making our production and operations safer and more standardised
- driving quicker reduction of our carbon emissions
- growing cash returns and delivering improved reliability and optimisation
- maximising efficiency through sharing resources
- accelerating the digital transformation of our operating assets
- developing our people faster, leveraging the scale of P&O
- building greater integration and collaboration in service of our purpose
Legal disclaimer
If you are selected for a position in the United States, your employment will be contingent upon submission to and successful completion of a post-offer/pre-placement drug test(and alcohol screening/medical examination if required by the role) as well as pre-placement verification of the information and qualifications provided during the selection process. The drug screen requires a hair test for which BP must be able to obtain a sufficient hair sample for analysis (~4 cm/1 ½” scalp, or > 2 cm/¾” body – arms & armpits/legs/chest)As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, BP is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, military status, age, marital status, socioeconomic background, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning or any other protected group status. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us or have one of your representatives contact us at PeopleCareHouston@bp.com; or by telephone at 833 478 7480 8am-5pm CST/CDT Monday-Friday.
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BP is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. View our policy statement
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