Operations Technician

Job description

Segment

Downstream
Role synopsis

The Process Operations Technician position in Cherry Point involves maintaining, monitoring, and controlling the continuous operations of petroleum refining and process equipment. An operator works closely with team members to regulate and operate complex process equipment to produce quality products in a safe, environmentally compliant and efficient manner. The refinery Operations Technician position will report to a foreman and assigned to one of the refinery operating units. This job description is intended to provide an overview of the position and does not include all the tasks that might be required in providing the necessary support to the refinery.

Req ID

75046BR
Location

United States - Washington - Blaine
Is this a part time position?

No
Relocation available

Negotiable
Travel required

No
Key accountabilities

In this role, the operator will, among other duties:

•Recognize the importance and support a strong safety culture
•Demonstrate the appropriate standard of care for refinery personnel and equipment. Be observant, willing, and have the courage to speak up.
•Be internally motivated and accountable for achieving long-term and day-to-day goals and tasks
•Effectively manage time and resources
•Problem solve, overcome obstacles and make good decisions
•Work effectively, collaboratively, and respectfully on diverse teams, including the ability to share workloads and help others while learning
•Communicate effectively through verbal and written means with all levels amongst the team
•Ability to effectively retain large amounts of operating unit knowledge and apply in daily unit operation, troubleshooting and emergency response.
•Demonstrate aptitude and ability to learn and apply complex refinery process concepts
•Demonstrate ability to collect data, analyze and interpret results for appropriate process changes to ensure product quality and equipment reliability
•Effectively demonstrate and transfer work related knowledge to others in a variety of settings including day to day operation, training, and assessment
•Exhibit a high level of initiative as well as value and practice continuous self-motivated learning
•Effectively access and utilize multiple sources of information to help facilitate day to day job accountabilities
•Be self-directed and use self-study to meet structured learning requirements for an Operations Technician
•Ability to sit at a computer terminal for extended periods, monitoring multiple computer screens controlling complex refinery processes
Essential Education

·  High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
Desirable criteria and qualifications

One or more of the following:
Bachelor's Degree, Associate's degree in Process Technology or related field, Military Experience, Technical experience (e.g., machinist, instrumentation or electrical), and/or Operator in a refinery, utility or chemical plant, General Refinery Experience
•Experience with distillation, filtration, separation, blending, storage, shipping and chemical reaction processes preferred.
About BP

BP is one of the world's leading integrated oil and gas companies. With a workforce of nearly 85,000 employees, BP operates or markets its products in more than 80 countries. BP provides millions of Americans with fuel for transportation, energy for heat and light, lubricants to keep engines moving, and petrochemicals for everyday products. We are continually looking for talented, committed and ambitious people to help us shape the face of energy for the future.

BP's downstream operations refine, transport, sell and trade crude oil and petroleum products. In North America, we are a major oil refiner and market 15 billion gallons of gas to consumers at our branded retail sites every year. BP has large, modern refineries in Cherry Point, WA; Toledo, OH; and Whiting, IN. These three refineries, with total capacity for processing nearly 1 million barrels of crude oil every day, are part of a worldwide network of 15 BP refineries.
Application close date

27-Sep-2016
Sub-category

Technicians
Job category

Operations
Countries (State/Region)

United States - Washington
Disclaimer

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Desired profile

Essential experience and job requirements

• Operators work a 12-hour rotating shift which will include weekends and holidays, and must be available for overtime.

To be considered for this operator position, applicants must:
• Exhibit safe work practices
• Have good computer skills with the ability to use Microsoft Office Suite.
• Have proven mechanical aptitude
• Show the ability to work with others in a team environment both as a leader and as a team member
• Be a willing teacher of others for training and troubleshooting
• Have a solid understanding of physical science, chemistry, and mathematics, including algebra
• Have the ability to learn independently and seek assistance.
• Attain a passing score on pre-employment tests including mechanical aptitude, reading, and mathematics
• Ability to systematically determine the root cause(s) of problems and troubleshooting.
• Strong oral and written communication skills essential in order to describe activities to relief personnel, maintain data logs, prepare reports, and other materials as required.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task without being distracted.
Other Requirements (eg Travel, Location)

Demonstrate a level of physical ability to handle the demands of the job with or without accommodation. This will include climbing stairs and ladders, carrying items that weigh 25 pounds or more, lifting items that weigh 50 pounds or more, standing or walking on your feet for an extended period of time, work outside in all weather, at all times of the day, any day of the week, ability to wear fresh air gear, work in confined spaces, and actively participate on refinery emergency response team.

Eligibility Requirements

If you are applying for a position in the United States, you must be at least 18 years of age, legally authorized to work in the United States; and not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., TN, H1B status), now or in the future.

This BP location requires access to secure areas regulated by the Maritime Transportation Security Act. All employees must have a valid TWIC card (Transportation Workers Identification Credential) on the FIRST DAY of employment. Information can be found at https://twicprogram.tsa.dhs.gov/TWICWebApp/