Equipment Operator - Distillation

Equipment Operator – Distillation Position Overview

The Distillation Equipment Operator will work as part of a team to provide superior service and stakeholder satisfaction through responsibility for the protected and efficient operation and preservation of equipment utilized for the purpose of tasks related to Glycol Recovery Vehicles and processing, while ensuring the well‑being of self and all internal and external stakeholders.

• Insurance – health, dental, life, AD&D; and LTC
• Pension plan with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts
• Competitive wages (starting at an hourly rate of $25)
• Flexible schedule
• Advancement opportunities
• On‑the‑job training
• $300 referral bonuses – unlimited
• Daily Pay

• Monitor glycol processing equipment units to assure optimum production and efficiency.
• Maintain glycol processing equipment as per Inland’s maintenance manuals and SOPs in order to perform any and all maintenance functions as directed by management.
• Complete and distribute daily glycol processing equipment production reports neatly and accurately.
• Perform quality assurance sampling of all production processes at regular intervals during shifts, using correct sampling protocol as established by Inland SOPs.
• Complete necessary repairs when needed on a timely basis, such as replacing parts, blowers, plumbing new lines and re‑plumbing old lines, installing valves, meters, sensors, etc.

• Must have a minimum of 5th Class Power Engineer.
• Must be willing to work 12‑hour shifts.
• Must be available for night shift.
• Basic computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word and Excel).
• Ability to work independently showing good judgement.
• Ability to read, write, speak and communicate effectively.
• Ability to interpret documents including safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to safely operate a motorized vehicle in inclement weather.
• General mechanical competence and ability to effectively use hand tools.
• Ability to maintain a positive and good‑natured attitude.
• Must be comfortable working at various heights.
• Ability to remain calm and perform under pressure and within fixed time constraints.
• A valid driver’s license is required for this position.

The Distillation Equipment Operator will have a mixture of operational and office duties. While much of the job will be performed in an indoor production facility there will be exposure to moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions, wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud and may be excessive re will be periods when the operator is required to work outside of their normal schedule to meet the needs of customers and/or operational requirements.

• Candidate must be physically fit and able to perform all operational requirements.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull objects up to fifty (50) pounds occasionally and twenty (20) pounds regularly.
• Must be able to climb 15‑foot heights for work.
• Position involves standing or sitting for extended periods of time as well as bending, kneeling, lifting, climbing, using hands to control tools and feel objects, and reaching with hands and arms.
• Ability to work in a confined space for extended periods of time.
• Work outdoors for long periods when necessary.
• Wearing of personal protective equipment when required and full mobility allowing freedom of movement in high‑risk environments.
• Must be able to speak clearly and hear efficiently.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• May be required to move, connect, disconnect hoses and operate industrial valves and perform general labor duties.