Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
ONEOK is seeking a Control Room Operator. The Control Room Operator is responsible for assisting and directing the safe and efficient movement of crude oil, with strict adherence to all applicable rules and regulations, as well as company standards, throughout the pipeline system.
Job Profile Summary
Monitors, adjusts and/or controls flow of crude oil in a safe, reliable, compliant and efficient manner. This includes distribution, transmission, gathering, storage and processing systems.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Directs, controls, and monitors the delivery and change of product at remote locations utilizing computer-controlled field equipment
Initiates pump and delivery schedule changes, monitors tank inventories, meter counts, line pressures, and temperatures
Responsible for identifying operational problems and dispatching field personnel to problem areas in the pipeline system
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 pipeline leak detection system and initiating the appropriate response
Education Associate degree, preferably in a technical discipline, or equivalent experience
Work Experience Experience with pipeline control functions, computer programs, and equipment applicable to pipeline system control operations
Experience monitoring pressures, volumes, and control points to maintain adequate gas or natural gas liquid flow
Experience with and thorough knowledge of natural gas or natural gas liquid pipeline operations
Experience in use and function of office equipment applicable to position including computers
Experience and/or training related to: Basic programming/computer applications and hardware/SCADA systems.
Company and governmental operating/safety procedures.
Weather forecasting
Experience compiling and preparing reports, logs, and correspondence
Experience interacting, advising, training and communicating effectively
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Experience with Intouch, System Platform and OMI
Proven analytical and judgment skills; extremely detail-oriented; high level of communication and interpersonal skills; good computer skills; high mathematical accuracy
Must be an independent thinker with the ability to make sound, logical decisions
Prior Pipeline or refining industry experience
Computer-controlled production and/or computer process control experience
Licenses and Certifications None required
Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Strength Factor Description - Physical Demands/Requirements Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a workstation without moving about (Occasionally)
Walking: Moving about on foot (Frequently)
Sitting: Remaining in a seated position (Constantly)
Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally)
Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally)
Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Occasionally)
Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Occasionally)
Climbing: Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally)
Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Occasionally)
Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Occasionally)
Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Occasionally)
Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Occasionally)
Crawling: Moving about on the hands and arms in any direction (Occasionally)
Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)
Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly)
Fingering: Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly)
Feeling: Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips (Constantly)
Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Frequently)
Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Frequently)
Tasting/Smelling: (Occasionally)
Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly)
Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Frequently)
Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Frequently)
Vision: Color - The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly)
Working Conditions/Environment Employee is subject to inside environmental conditions
Working Conditions Well lighted, climate-controlled areas (Constantly)
Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly)
CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly)
Travel None required
Driving Based on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's license
ONEOK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, national origin, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law.
The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of ONEOK.
ONEOK is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation email HRSolutions@ONEOK.com or call 1-855-663-6547. ONEOK
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