Process Operator II (Console Operator-Refinery)

About the Role

The Console Operator – Refinery is responsible for safely and efficiently operating refinery process units via a Distributed Control System (DCS) in accordance with established operating procedures and defined operating envelopes. The role continuously monitors and adjusts process variables—including temperature, pressure, flows, and tank levels—to ensure safe, reliable, and cost‑effective operations while meeting all product quality specifications.

Responsibilities

• Operations: Operate refinery process units through the DCS; monitor and control temperature, pressure, flow, and level; adjust conditions to maintain parameters; optimize performance using laboratory results; coordinate with field operators for steady crude feed and product movements.
• Safety & Compliance: Execute operations in full compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements; support Buckeye’s Zero Injury and Safe & Reliable Operations initiatives; apply operating procedures, critical task procedures, and safety tools daily.
• Emergency Response: Serve on the Process Emergency Response Team; respond promptly to abnormal situations and emergencies; participate in drills, safety meetings, and reviews of emergency and critical operating procedures.
• Reliability: Operate equipment within established envelopes and reliability limits; document and review operating data; initiate and support maintenance work orders, including emergency repairs; assist Maintenance and Engineering with failure investigations, root‑cause analysis, and envelope deviations.
• Training & Team Support: Attend required technical, safety, and fire‑fighting training; provide coaching and mentoring to teammates to support operational excellence.
• Internal Controls: Ensure compliance with all internal controls and applicable regulations (API, DOT, and local/state requirements).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5–10 years of refinery operations experience.
• 2–3 years of console operator experience preferred.
• Experience operating DeltaV DCS preferred.
• Eligibility for a TWIC card as dictated by facility and governmental regulations.
• Ability to work 12‑hour rotating shifts.
• Ability to sit and continuously monitor systems for extended periods.
• Ability to climb ladders (up to approximately 50 feet) and work safely at elevated heights.

Skills and Attributes

• Strong commitment to safety, compliance, and teamwork.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Demonstrated initiative, dependability, and accountability.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with operations, maintenance, and support teams.

Physical & Safety Requirements

• Work in hazardous industrial environments.
• Periods of prolonged sitting and console monitoring.
• Occasional climbing, walking, and working around process units and excavations.

About You

To succeed in Buckeye’s culture, you must demonstrate a commitment to environmental responsibility and regulatory compliance, possess excellent written and verbal communication, and exhibit strong organizational skills. You should be able to work independently, exercise tact, discretion, and professionalism with internal and external customers, and handle sensitive and confidential information responsibly.

People‑First Culture

From managing over 5,000 miles of pipeline to commercializing clean‑energy projects, Buckeye’s employees collaborate to provide world‑class service and meet evolving energy needs. The employee‑first culture invests in people, fostering collaboration, inclusion, empowerment, accountability, and professional development. Buckeye encourages innovative ideas that reduce costs, generate revenue, improve productivity, or enhance processes, aiming to bring out the best in each employee while serving the energy needs of today’s communities.