Pipeline Controller

About the role

This position provides for the safe, reliable product flow operation of the Sunoco Pipeline Systems. Controls and optimizes the use of pumps and pipeline equipment with field personnel to facilitate liquid commodities (Refined Products, Ammonia and Crude Oil). Ensures proper reporting of data to the Partnership.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain pipeline pressures within design criteria and monitor liquids quality at various points.
• Work closely with the various departments within Sunoco to execute all changes as they are scheduled.
• Serve as first contact in an emergency response situation, including notification of emergency services and Sunoco management.
• Initiate pump and delivery schedule changes, monitor tank inventories, meter counts, line pressures, and temperatures.
• Direct, control, and monitor the delivery and change of product at remote locations utilizing computer-controlled field equipment.
• Utilize continuous discretion to initiate changes of pump and delivery schedules to maintain overall delivery schedule, product quality, safe operating conditions, and a cost-efficient operation.
• Responsible for monitoring tank inventories and for the appropriate handling of shippers’ products both into and out of attended and unattended storage facilities.
• Work with field personnel on basic troubleshooting of communications, SCADA, control valves, and other equipment related to control and operations.
• Complete daily throughput reports.
• Evaluate operational problems and provide recommendations to solve these problems.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screening and random testing per PHMSA regulations.
• Live within an hour of the control room.
• Familiar with personal computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Project, and other programs such as flow and pressure simulation, velocity, pressure drop, purge and pack, regulators, control valves, relief valves, etc.).
• Proven multitasking, analytical, and judgment skills, and extremely detail-oriented.
• Strong verbal communication skills together with good interpersonal skills.
• Some travel and overtime is required.
• This is a 12-hour shift position requiring both day and night shifts, including weekends and some holiday work.
• Ability to work from an alternate Control Center location in the event of an emergency.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in remote control, pipeline operations, or other related field directly related to the Control Center functions.
• Basic knowledge of measurement principles and liquids hydraulics.

Working Conditions

• Usually, normal office working conditions.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings which may include hazardous materials and chemicals, extreme temperature conditions, and loud machinery, requiring appropriate personal protective equipment.