Pipeline Controller

Sunoco LP is a leading energy infrastructure and fuel distribution master limited partnership operating across 47 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Europe, and Mexico. The Partnership's midstream operations include an extensive network of approximately 9,500 miles of pipeline and over 100 terminals. This critical infrastructure complements the Partnership's fuel distribution operations, which serve approximately 10,000 convenience stores, independent dealers, commercial customers, and distributors.

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: 

Position provides for the safe, reliable product flow operation of the Sunoco Pipeline Systems. Controls and optimizes the use of pumps and pipeline equipment with field personnel to facilitate liquid commodities (Refined Products, Ammonia and Crude Oil). Ensures proper reporting of data to the Partnership. 

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 and maintain pipeline pressures within design criteria and monitor liquids quality at various points.
• Work closely with the various departments within Sunoco to execute all changes as they are scheduled.
• First contact in an emergency response situation which includes notification of emergency services and Sunoco management.
• Initiates pump and delivery schedule changes, monitors tank inventories, meter counts, line pressures and temperatures. Directs, controls and monitors the delivery and change of product at remote locations utilizing computer-controlled field equipment. Utilizes continuous discretion to initiate changes of pump and delivery schedules to maintain overall delivery schedule, product quality, safe operating conditions and a cost-efficient operation. Responsible for monitoring tank inventories and for the appropriate handling of shippers’ products both into and out of attended and unattended storage facilities.
• Work with field personnel on basic troubleshooting of communications, SCADA, control valves and other equipment related to control and operations.
• Complete daily throughput reports.
• Evaluate operational problems and provide recommendations to solve these problems