Specialist - IT Terminal Automation - 2610001303

Position will be responsible for implementing projects and providing daily support for terminal management systems for automated loading and off-loading. Primary duties will be the configuration and support of terminal automation software and related equipment, including terminal management system configuration and troubleshooting, software installation, and general technical support. I will provide 7x24 support for critical production systems to ensure continuous system availability. Activities include direct end-user contact with terminal operations, corporate personnel, and vendors.

Major Accountabilities

· Configure, implement, and maintain terminal automation systems, including related applications, hardware, interfaces, and communications.

• Collect, interpret, and document requirements to develop new or modify existing solutions.
• Develop and implement automation system changes and enhancements.
• Provide support of critical production automation systems, 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, to ensure continuous availability.
• Perform research and maintenance activities, including vendor coordination, to ensure that expected service levels and objectives are met.
• Maintain a broad understanding of information technology and business processes in order to assess impact and prioritize activities.
• Responsible for solving difficult and complex technical issues.
• Expected to continually expand the scope of knowledge.
• Expected to work effectively with other I/S disciplines and operations team members, and bridge gaps as necessary.
• Travel – Must be willing and able to travel as required by the demands of the position, up to 20% of the time, but may be higher during critical project assignments.
• Work assignments at remote sites will require outside work in all types of weather conditions.

· Must be willing to work overtime when needed, including occasional weekend work

Education Requirement

· Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred; extensive work experience with terminal automation systems may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Experience Requirement

· 2-5+ years of relevant technical experience, including terminal automation systems configuration and support

• Effective analytical and complex problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently, managing time and schedule to meet appropriate deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills for communication with a diversified user community and outside vendors.
• Ability to identify an issue, analyze and research problems, and formulate a solution
• Ability to identify, isolate, and repair equipment and software affecting service for all supported locations.
• Available for 24 x 7 support as needed
• Ability to take direction from a supervisor and work in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in several of these areas preferred:

· Terminal systems, pre-set and metering technologies

Ability to read and understand P&ID drawings

• Field instrumentation and electrical systems
• Basic knowledge of petroleum operations and industry terminology
• Working knowledge of networks and Microsoft Windows
• Relational Databases, such as SQL or Oracle and PL/SQL
• Linux, Unix, or QNX

· MS Office Products

** CANDIDATES WITH GREATER QUALIFICATIONS MAY BE CONSIDERED FOR A HIGHER LEVEL POSITION **

An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet

Is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.

DISCLAIMER: The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

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