Control Room Operator I (12hr)

Valero Energy Corporation, through its subsidiaries, is an international manufacturer and marketer of transportation fuels, petrochemical products and power. Valero subsidiaries employ approximately 10,000 people, and assets include 15 petroleum refineries with a combined throughput capacity of approximately 3 million barrels per day, 11 ethanol plants with a combined production capacity of 1.4 billion gallons per year, and a 50-megawatt wind farm.

Responsible for all aspects of the assigned console in regards to pipeline, marine, rail, truck and tank terminals. Twelve (12) hour shifts and on-call status required. This is a 24/7 ~ 365 day operation.

* Monitors and controls pipeline systems, rail loading/loading, truck and marine terminal loading and unloading * Completes meter proving as required by company policy * Reacts and responds to abnormal or emergency operating conditions and makes notifications and completes documentation * Works and coordinates with Product Supply schedulers, refinery blend operations and pipeline partners to maximize efficiency of pipeline operations * Works in cooperation with field personnel to implement measures to assure the operational integrity of the pipeline systems * Supports and troubleshoots the pipeline control systems in order to notify the SCADA/Automation group of required modifications * Monitors pipeline balance and documents all pipeline segments to control Loss/Gain conditions * Tracks product movements to accurately perform remote product switches for customers or company storage tanks * Monitors tank levels and pipeline pressures and start, stops pipeline movements. * Controls inventory of all pipeline systems * Communicates directly with pipeline personnel, refineries, other petroleum companies and the public to coordinate operations

* High School diploma or GED required * Bachelor’s degree preferred * One (1) year experience in pipeline, marine, truck, rail terminal or pipeline control room operation required * Minimum three (3) months of console operation under the direction of trainer is required * Completed all DOT operator qualification testing, including Abnormal operating conditions and how to respond to those conditions required * Basic knowledge of crude oil/petroleum products and industry terminology preferred * Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently, managing time and scheduling to meet appropriate deadlines preferred