Job Summary:
The Operator will support current plant operations of utilities and logistics; support maintenance, construction, commissioning activities for the conversion of the site to renewable fuels production; and post startup operations of the facility in a safe, efficient and environmentally compliant manner in accordance with procedures and objectives. Must have the ability to obtain a (Transportation Workers ID card. (TWIC) Operators can start while waiting for TWIC card)
-Location: Martinez, CA.
-Start date: NOW
- Pay rate: $55-$65 DOE
- Mob/Demob
- Retention Bous offered
- $170 per diem for non locals
-Duration: 6 mos.
-Operator sched. 13 days on 1 day off until qualified. then switch to 2 week on 1 week off.
-Straight days/straight nights. Shifts are 12.5 hrs. per day.
Essential Functions:
- Monitor and operate process and utility units, tank farms/logistics utilizing a wide range of control systems and equipment that includes pressure vessels, reactors, tanks, mixers, heat exchangers, pumps, compressors, boilers and furnaces.
- Perform and document unit rounds in accordance with round sheets/calling cards
- Employ standard operating procedures to adjust, maintain, start, stop production equipment
- Monitor and make needed adjustments to keep system processes, including flows, temperatures, and pressures, based on targets and within operating limits
- Safely collect samples to identify product quality issues
- Read unit gauges to determine the flow rate of product into and from tanks and the amount of product in tanks
- Communicate with the other Unit Operators, Maintenance, and Supervisor to make field adjustments in response to changing process conditions to address or prevent issues
- Operation of manual and automatic valves, meters, pumps and transfer systems that move product between tanks and process units
- Report safety deficiencies and takes appropriate corrective or mitigating action
- Participate in all health, safety, and environmental programs
- Perform housekeeping to maintain a clean work environment and clean equipment such as filters, tanks, exchangers and other equipment
- Available to work varied schedules and take on call
- Comply with all Company safety and environmental practices
- Perform other tasks as assigned
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Must have a valid Driver's license and clean driving record, and be able to pass pre-employment background screening and drug screen
- Ability to qualify on multiple jobs including console (board) position
- Able to perform rounds on shift with minimal supervision
- Proficient computer skills, specifically with Google G Suite and Microsoft Office
- Be able to respond to emergency calls as needed
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Valid Drivers license required
- Renewable Fuels experience
- 5-year minimum experience in refining or chemical plant operations required
- Associates degree or higher and Honeywell DCS experience preferred
- Honeywell DCS board operation preferred
- Two (2) years of experience in mechanical maintenance position preferred
- Associate or technology degree in process technology or science discipline preferred
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to pass a physical test of pushing, pulling, and lifting a minimum of 50 lbs.
- Ability to work in confined spaces and wear self-contained breathing apparatus
- Must be able to climb ladders and or stairs on tanks, vessels and structures; wear respirator; work around equipment containing high pressures and temperatures and various chemicals
- Prolonged periods of standing and walking
- Ability to perform repetitive movements over long periods of time
- Requires frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching
- Requires lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring equipment and materials