Terminal Technician

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Midstream Logistics Terminal Technician at a growth-oriented energy company.

This position supports safe, reliable, and compliant terminal operations in Helena, MT. Reporting to the Pipeline & Terminal Supervisor, the Terminal Technician is responsible for operating and maintaining terminal equipment, overseeing product movements, executing routine inspections, and supporting emergency response readiness.

The ideal candidate brings mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to safety. This is a hands-on, field-based role with occasional on-call responsibilities. Terminal Technicians must be able to respond to the Helena terminal within one hour for emergency callouts.

Key activities include:

• Terminal Operations
  • Perform daily terminal operations, including product transfers, tank monitoring, and equipment startup/shutdown.
  • Ensure all product handling activities meet company and regulatory standards for quality and safety.
  • Conduct routine inspections of tanks, pumps, meters, valves, and piping systems.
  • Safely operate loading/unloading systems for trucks, pipelines, and other assets.
  • Monitor and maintain terminal automation systems, Terminal Management System (TMS) and Human Machine Interface (HMI) inputs, and applicable logs.
• Maintenance and Inspection
  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems.
  • Support troubleshooting of equipment issues and coordinate repairs as needed.
  • Assist in maintaining facility readiness and ensure all operational equipment is functioning properly.
  • Maintain accurate records of maintenance, inspections, and calibration activities.
• Compliance and Safety
  • Follow all safety protocols, including proper use of PPE, Lockout/Tagout procedures, and confined space entry requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with DOT, EPA, OSHA, and other applicable regulations.
  • Participate in emergency response drills and maintain familiarity with site-specific plans.
  • Support spill prevention and response initiatives.
• Administrative and Support Activities
  • Complete daily operational logs and inspection reports.
  • Assist with inventory tracking, product reconciliation, and system documentation.
  • Support project work and upgrades under the guidance of the supervisor or engineering team.
  • Work collaboratively with peers and contractors to ensure safe and efficient terminal performance.

Note:

This description is intended to give you a general overview of the position. Additional responsibilities and opportunities may be identified based on current business needs.

Qualifications

To meet the basic qualifications for this role, you will have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship.

Required:

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and maintained throughout employment.
• Mechanical aptitude with experience in industrial operations, oil & gas, terminals, or related fields
• Ability to respond to the Helena terminal within 1 hour of an emergency call
• Strong safety mindset, attention to detail, and commitment to following procedures
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, control systems, terminal management systems)

Preferred:

• Two years of experience in pipeline or terminal operations
• Knowledge of terminal systems including pumps, motors, meters, and valves
• Understanding of environmental and regulatory compliance requirements
• OSHA 10/30 certification, HAZWOPER training, or similar credentials

About Us

At Par Pacific, we own and operate market-leading energy and infrastructure businesses in logistically complex markets. We have built a team of oil and gas industry veterans and subject matter experts to lead our organization with an entrepreneurial spirit and a collaborative, problem solving approach. We bring our diverse strengths and motivation to complex markets where we seek out diamonds in the rough.

As a nimble, growing organization, we actively pursue new opportunities with corporate financing know-how, respond to local market demands, and adapt to changing external environments.

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