Operations Co-Op

SUMMARY

Works under the direction of the Operations Trainers

Rotating assignments in multiple units to observe operations of refinery departments

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Know proper safety procedures for operating in and around the process areas in the refinery

Be able to describe operating equipment; pumps, compressors, fans and other process equipment

Perform housekeeping duties as required

Read and follow all applicable guidelines and procedures

Shadow / observe operations personnel to obtain working knowledge of day-to-day operation of refinery units

Perform fireguard responsibilities

Be able to identify and apply pertinent sections of PSM

Successfully complete Operator Trainee Safety Audit

Other duties may be assigned as deemed necessary by supervision

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.

Must have completed two semesters in a specified technical program at Shelton State Community College or Bevill State Community College.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Valid Driver License

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands of this position are listed in the following tables :

Amount of Time

Under

1 / 3 to

Over

None

1 / 3

2 / 3

2 / 3

Stand

Walk

Sit

Use hands to finger, handle, or feel

Reach with hands and arms

Climb or balance

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Talk or hear

Taste or smell

Amount of Time

Lifting : Under

1 / 3 to

Over

None

1 / 3

2 / 3

2 / 3

Up to 10 pounds

Up to 25 pounds

Up to 50 pounds

Up to 100 pounds

More than 100 pounds

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The environmental conditions for this position are listed in the following table :

Amount of Time

Under

1 / 3 to

Over

None

1 / 3

2 / 3

2 / 3

Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)

Work near moving mechanical parts

Work in high, precarious places

Flammable or caustic chemicals

Outdoor weather conditions

Extreme hot / cold (weather related)

Extreme cold (non-weather)

Extreme heat (non-weather)

Risk of electrical shock

Work with explosives

Risk of radiation

Vibration

• Noise - This position requires work in loud, high noise areas.