Apprentice Controller TS

Buckeye is the premier infrastructure and logistics provider for the world’s energy needs, both today and tomorrow. Since 1886, we have successfully navigated transitions in the way energy has been distributed to continually meet the needs of an evolving market and industry environment. Our people are a critical element to the success and longevity of our operational history and our future as we seek to thrive through the energy transition.

We own and operate a diversified global network of integrated assets providing midstream logistic solutions, primarily consisting of the transportation, storage, processing, and marketing of liquid petroleum products. We are committed to safely and responsibly providing world-class service to meet the continually evolving energy needs of our customers and the communities we serve. As part of this commitment to our customers, we are continually diversifying our platform and service offerings to enable less carbon intensive energy solutions and undertaking decarbonization efforts on our operations.

Buckeye Partners is currently seeking a Apprentice Controller I with experience in pipeline, terminal or plant operations to join our growing team!

Role Summary:

The Apprentice Controller I role is responsible for the daily operations of product movements into and out of Macungie Station including coordinating all incoming and outbound pipeline product movements while working closely with the Pipeline Controller in Buckeye’s Allentown Control Center, maintaining compliance with Control Room Management.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities include:

• Daily Operations. Ensuring timely receipts of product and optimize the scheduling process by coordinating / implementing / communicating with customers and other Buckeye support personnel.


• Constant Communication. Communicating with the Allentown Control Center regarding pipeline related activities and communicating with 3 party pipeline companies to ensure products that are received comply with Buckeye specifications and meet the Quality Assurance Program.


• Testing and Sampling. Performing the applicable product sampling and testing as required.   


• Monitoring and Analyzing Trends. Monitoring quality instruments and trend and react to abnormalities as required and monitoring manifold and piping contents to ensure product compatibility issues.


• Schedule Management. Reviewing and monitoring pipeline schedules for accuracy and notifying applicable scheduler / shift lead with any concern or question.        


• Inventory Control. Performing daily stock work / inventory control, including climbing tanks for manual gauge as schedule permits. 


• SCADA. Logging Meter data, tank data and product quality data received on the SCADA computer system. 


• Documentation. Completing tank information in the station logs, as well as in the Electronic Tank Book, coding receipts / deliveries and generating the relevant pipeline tickets on batch completion maintaining worksheets for product movement in and out of tanks at Macungie Station, etc.


• Personnel Training. Staying current with relevant trainings and OQ’s that are needed to perform the Controller I job.


• Maintenance. Performing routine maintenance and other duties as requested.


• And other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.


• Experience in pipeline, terminal or plant operations is a plus.


• Must have the ability to navigate basic computer systems (i.e. Windows)


• Basic knowledge of SCADA applications and MS Office applications is a plus.


• Be able to work with a calculator and work with numbers including fractions.

Certificates & Licenses:

• None required

Other Skills, Attributes and Abilities:

• Must be able to work a rotating shift work schedule


• Must be able to visually monitor several computer screens in a Local Operations Room environment for twelve (12) hour shifts.  Must maintain a high level of mental alertness and be capable of quickly processing and reacting to incoming information from the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System.  Response time is very critical.


• Must possess good communication (both written and verbal) skills.


• Must have the ability to work in a fast paced environment, process work rapidly, set priorities, work under pressure, and follow through with assigned tasks with limited supervision.


• Most of the work is being the only person on site, working independently.


• Responsible to maintain a level of security of the facility and be able to summon authorities as needed. 


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Physical & Safety Requirements:

• Must have the ability to climb pipeline tanks that can be 60 ‘ tall,  lift at least 40 pounds, work indoors as well as outdoors in all types of weather elements.  

About You:

To be successful in the Buckeye culture, our employees must possess a demonstrated commitment to environmental responsibility and regulatory compliance. Excellent communication, both written and verbal, as well as strong organizational skills are paramount. You must work independently and be able to exercise tact, discretion, and professionalism when dealing with internal and external customers, and when handling sensitive and confidential information.
 

Buckeye wants to create and reward an organizational focus that stimulates the creative and entrepreneurial actions of its employees that result in innovative ways of reducing costs, generating revenues, improving productivity, or improving processes.
 

People First Culture: 

From managing over 5,000 miles of pipeline to commercializing clean energy projects, our people collaborate to provide world-class service and meet the changing energy needs of our customers. Our employee-first culture means that we invest in our employees and equip them to be fully contributing members of high performing teams. We are focused on collaboration, inclusion, empowerment, accountability, and professional development. We want the best in you to bring out the best in us. 
 

Join us as we work together to build a business that is responsive to the needs of the future while continuing to serve the energy needs of communities today