Pipeline Controller

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POSITION SUMMARY:

Marathon Pipe Line LLC (MPL) safely transports and stores crude oil, refined products, and natural gas throughout the United States. From a centralized Operations Center, our Pipeline Controllers work on a diverse and highly trained shift team comprised of other Controllers and support Specialists to operate MPL’s pipeline systems. There are four shifts that collectively cover 24/7 operations. New Controllers receive comprehensive training prior to remotely monitoring and controlling a select set of pipeline systems during their shift. The combination of on-the-job and classroom training guides Controllers through real world situations while teaching necessary skills to safely operate per established procedures using a computer-based user interface. Pipeline Controllers are provided the opportunity to amass a wealth of industry knowledge, build relationships, and grow as employees. This background will lead to numerous opportunities for further advancement within the company, including scheduling, commercial, finance, field operations, HES&S, compliance and logistics. Due to the comprehensive training and qualification process, a 5 year commitment to the Operations Center is required. Lastly, due to the fatigue standards that MPL follows, we require each Controller to live within 60 minutes of the Operations Center location that they are assigned. Employees must comply with the 60 minute commute time limit within 12 months of hire date.  
This is a full-time position that works a day and night shift rotating schedule to staff a 24/7 operation. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Effectively navigates computer-based user interface or Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) operating system to monitor and control pipeline systems.

• Follows procedures to safely operate and monitor pipeline systems during normal pipeline operations including start-up, shutdown, flow adjustments and product changes. 

• Effectively communicates with field operations and 3rd party control rooms when affected by operational changes or while investigating alarms.

• Maintains pipeline systems within a set schedule to ensure on time delivery of customer product.

• Recognizes and responds to abnormal operating conditions. Utilizes training and procedures to analyze applicable data and direct personnel in response.

• Pursues increased knowledge and understanding of operated systems and general Operation Center processes and procedures. Uses knowledge to suggest improvements and assist peers.

• Travel required is very minimal.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with at least one of the following:

• 2+ years Operations or Scheduling-related experience in the Oil and Gas industry OR

• 4+ years Active Duty Military experience 

• Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Process Technology (must be completed by the time of hire) OR

• Bachelor's Degree (must be completed by the time of hire)  

• Additional Requirements

• Basic PC skills are required.

• Must be able to distinguish colors and pass a color vision test upon hire.

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Location:

San Antonio, Texas

Additional locations:

Job Requisition ID:

00015332

Location Address:

19100 Ridgewood Pkwy

Education:

Employee Group:

Full time

Employee Subgroup:

Regular

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship  or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.  If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at [email protected]. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at https://mympcbenefits.com.The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability

We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.