Operations Technician-Waupan

Flint Hills Resources is a leading refining and chemicals company, producing fuels, building block chemicals, asphalt and base oils for lubricants. The company, based in Wichita, Kan., has expanded its operations through capital projects and acquisitions worth more than $3 billion since 2002. Flint Hills Resources employs more than 3,700 people who are focused on creating value for customers and society. This workforce includes plant operators, accountants, marketers, environmental, health and safety professionals and engineers, among other career types, who work in a variety of settings: corporate headquarters, terminals, refineries, chemical plants or sales offices. This growing company owns refineries and chemical plants in Alaska, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota and Texas. In addition, the company owns and operates fuel and/or asphalt terminals in Alaska, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Texas and Wisconsin. In addition to sales offices in North America, the company has a sales presence in Italy, Switzerland, Hong Kong and Belgium to serve global customers.• Responsible for mechanical maintenance of bulk storage facility including truck loading rack;• Perform various tasks as requested by Terminal Manager including, but not limited to, mechanical troubleshooting; pump maintenance; valve maintenance; testing system safety devices; periodic inspections of tanks, valves, piping and other items related to a petroleum products facility; product quality control; and other technically oriented tasks;• Available to work shift work/rotating shifts as requested and be on-call rotations (nights and weekends, as required by number of personnel in rotation) to respond to terminal and other system “call-outs” as required;• Coordinate with schedulers for the delivery and receipt of petroleum products;• Computer data input and reconciliation of fuel tank inventories;• Manage small projects as required by Terminal Manager;• Self-starting, highly motivated individual requiring minimal supervision on day to day tasks;• Strong economic thinking and time management skills (manage overtime and travel costs related to job).EOE M/F/D/VJob Requirements: • Basic mechanical and/or electrical knowledge;• Ideal candidate will possess proficient computer skills (Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word);• Verbal and written communication skills; • Valid driver’s license;• Critical thinking and decision making skills; • Good organizational skills; • Willing to work shift work if necessary and be on-call for after hours support;• Ability to safely lift at least 50 lbs;• Ability to climb ladders and storage tank stairs (approximately 40’ in height) for maintenance and gauging operations; • Work outdoors in adverse weather conditions;• Reside within a 30 minute drive time of the facility; • Willing to wear fire retardant clothing, as required; • Willing to utilize Personal Protective Equipment (e.g., hard hat, safety glasses, fire retardant clothing, resperator, safety work boots) as required;• Occasional travel (with overnight stays) required for attending training, meetings and assisting other areas or locations.Experience PreferredIdeal candidates will have at least two years construction / maintenance experience in the refined products and/or oil and gas industry. Mechanical/Industrial trade school will be considered work experience. An basic understanding and knowledge of hydraulics, pumps. vaules (ball, gate, etc.), bulk storage terminal and pipeline operations. Education RequiredHigh School Diploma or equivalentEducation PreferredTwo year technical or mechanical degree or related work experience Compensation/Benefits Competitive wages and benefits packages commensurate with experience. For additional benefit information, go to http://www.kochcareers.com/benefits_n.asp.We are an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V Drug test are required, unless prohibited by state lawClick here to apply for this job http://koch.hrdpt.com/cgi-bin/pm/click.cgi?job_id=336130&site_id=35 We are an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V Drug tests are required, unless prohibited by state law