Tank Farm Operator

Job Description

Job Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

The C-Operator is responsible for supporting the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the South Tank Farm and

Utilities Area in accordance with approved operating procedures, specifications, current work instructions, and assigned

training requirements.

The C-Operator must understand and follow applicable safety, environmental, maintenance, electrical and

instrumentation, and operating procedures required to operate and maintain assigned equipment and processes.

The C-Operator assists with operating equipment, monitoring process conditions, documenting unit activity,

communicating operating status, and supporting material movements as needed to maintain safe unit operation.

The C-Operator must be able to read and understand procedures, permits, operating instructions, lab data, and other

necessary information to support safe and efficient unit operation.

Learn all listed job duties to move into the Supervisor /Operator position when needed.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

· Communication with all parties will be a major role in operating the South tank Farm.

§ Golden Triangle Polymers

§ Chevron Pipeline

§ Chevron Chemical

§ Chevron Transfer Terminal

§ Barge Loading Dock

· Follow approved operating procedures, work instructions, safety procedures, environmental procedures,

and assigned training requirements

· Safety awareness/ Routinely check and be able to activate Fire water system

o Fire Pumps (2-Diesel/ 1-Electric)

o Deluge systems

o Hose reels

o Fire monitors

o Fire Extinguishers

· Environmental duties

o Control Flare BTU’s, Flame and any discharge to the flare.

o Potable Water Pump and Bleach addition

o Waste Water Chlorine addition/monitoring

o Controlling storm water throughout the plant (Operating Pumps)

§ Bio Pond operations

§ Oily Water separator

§ NEPS

§ Catalyst Pits

o Outfall 1 & 2 sampling Notify Alliance for sampling

· Operate, monitor, and support equipment and processes in the South Tank Farm and Utilities Area.

o Sphere receiving, circulating, transferring, sampling,

o Transferring to loading dock for barge loading

o Railcar Loading

o Assist with or perform the Meter Proving process.

· Monitor and maintain Air Compressor system

· Perform Minor E & I and maintenance activities. · Record prescribed logs, readings, and operating data accurately and in a timely manner. · Retrieve, review, and record lab data needed to support unit operation. · Communicate operating conditions, abnormal situations, and equipment concerns to other Supervisors Operators and Management. · Assist with material movements between plant areas as needed to maintain unit operation. · Write work orders, prepare equipment for maintenance, and assist with inspection and acceptance of completed work. · Perform routine cleaning and housekeeping to support area safety and product quality. · Respond appropriately to incidents involving fires, spills, releases, or other abnormal conditions. · Assist with training and guidance of newly assigned personnel as directed. · Handle hazardous waste and materials in accordance with applicable procedures and training. · Receive and unload raw materials, including completion of required documentation. · Work a 12-hour rotating shift · Work overtime as needed · Work in extreme conditions (temperature and humidity) · Complete an informative and proper shift relief to support continued safe plant operation. · Maintain open communication with operators, supervisors, and management. · Perform all listed tasks and any other duties consistent with job factors as required or assigned by Supervision and management. The C-Operator of the Utilities / South Tank Farm Area performs assigned duties under the direction of the Shift Supervisor/Operator.

EQUIPMENT & TOOLS (PERSONAL TOOLS REQUIRED, IF ANY):

Process equipment includes tanks, pumps, compressors, flares, filters, piping, instrumentation, hand tools, and all other

tools or equipment consistent with job factors or that may be requested by supervision.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:

Must complete and pass all required training as assigned by Lion Elastomers, LLC. Must be able to wear and use all

required personal protective equipment including fire retardant clothing, hard hat, eye protection, hearing protection,

respiratory protection, and hand protection per assigned area and plant procedures. Must know the location and be

familiar with the operation of all safety equipment in the assigned areas. Must know and follow all safe operating