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Maintenance Operator-February 2024
Houston
Feb 10, 2026
About Maintenance Operator

#WeAreONEOK Fortune 500 company. 100+ years in business. Leading midstream service provider. Safety first. Sustainable operations. Environmentally responsible. Employee focused.

JOB SUMMARY

Job Profile Summary

The Maintenance Operator role is responsible for all general maintenance, operational support, repairs and upkeep at the terminal facility. The level of complexity and responsibility increases with the job grade level. Follows instructions and utilizes standard practices and procedures to develop resolutions to problems of limited scope. Duties are typically repetitive or routine in nature and work is closely supervised. Assignments are provided with little reliance on self-direction. Contributions usually limited to assignment-related activities and require little no decision-making. Still acquiring an understanding of the technical aspects of the job skills.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

The Maintenance Operator is responsible for a variety of maintenance tasks including some operational tasks. These tasks will involve maintaining, installing, and repairing/operating equipment within an assigned area. Tasks include performing routine inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of assigned mainline and facility equipment/systems, including but not limited to Pressure Control Devices (PCD’s); filter changing; double block and bleed checks; valve, pump, VRU and rack maintenance; meter replacements; flange torqueing and unbolting; pipe threading; piping drain-ups and spec installation. Complete and maintain required documentation/records associated with performed maintenance and repair including lockout/tagout (LOTO). Ensures compliance with company policies and relevant federal, state, and local requirements (e.g., DOT, EPA, DEP, OSHA, and SIP) as they pertain to the operation and maintenance of the facility.

Maintenance Operator performs general facility maintenance and upkeep including painting, general housekeeping, line specs, etc. Maintenance Operator position performs routine preventive maintenance and follows all safety requirements to prevent product contamination, spills, and avoid product loss. Materials receiving – take receipt of all materials received at the terminal, verify order is correct, notify person who placed the order of its arrival and disseminate materials as directed.

Equipment operation – Maintenance Operator will be required to operate facility equipment such as forklifts, backhoe, skid steer, trucks, vacuum truck, air compressors, and generators.

Warehouse inventory – Organize and maintain warehouse supplies, ensure sensitive materials are properly secured, maintain special supplies and equipment as needed, including spill cleanup supplies and equipment.

Terminal fuels – gauges terminal gasoline and diesel tanks, balances fuel usage daily and checks tank inventory compared to fuel logbook. Orders fuels from selected and approved vendors.

Monitor Contractor performance and work closely with Contractors to ensure work is complete according to specification.

Perform other duties as required by supervisor.

Education

H.S. Diploma requiredWork Experience

1 - 2 years related work experience preferred

Previous experience in operations or tank farm maintenance role preferred

Knowledge of refined product characteristics, measurement and safe handling practices preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to: communicate effectively orally and in writing in English

Ability to: communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers, internal and external customers

Ability to: work in stressful and changing environmental conditions

Ability to: work under time pressure, tight deadlines and interruptions

Ability to: use a personal computer with the Windows® operating system to complete time sheets, send and receive e-mail, and access information posted on the Company’s intranet

Ability to: follow instructions or standard procedures

Ability to: compile and/or examine information and select the best action from defined alternatives

Ability to: organize and/or analyze information and identify solutions from a range of alternatives

This job is a safety-sensitive job subject to Department of Transportation (DOT) and Pipeline Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) regulations.

Licenses and Certifications

valid Texas driver’s license requiredStrength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements

Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.Strength Factor Description - Physical Demands/Requirements

Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about (Frequently)

Walking: Moving about on foot (Frequently)

Sitting: Remaining in a seated position (Occasionally)

Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally)

Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally)

Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Occasionally)

Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Occasionally)

Climbing: Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally)

Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Constantly)

Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Occasionally)

Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Occasionally)

Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Occasionally)

Crawling: Moving about on the hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)

Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)

Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly)

Fingering: Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly)

Feeling: Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips (Constantly)

Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Frequently)

Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Frequently)

Tasting/Smelling: (Occasionally)

Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly)

Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Constantly)

Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Constantly)

Vision: Color - The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly)

Working Conditions/Environment

Employee is subject to inside and outside environmental conditionsWorking Conditions

Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Frequently)

Outdoor weather conditions (Occasionally)

Wet or humid conditions (not weather related) (Occasionally)

Extreme cold (not weather related) (Occasionally)

Extreme heat (not weather related) (Occasionally)

Dust, fumes, gases (Occasionally)

Moving mechanical parts (Occasionally)

Potential electric shock (Occasionally)

Prolonged exposure to vibration (Occasionally)

High pitched noises/loud noises (Occasionally)

Unprotected heights (Occasionally)

Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly)

CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly)

Travel

Travel to other locations may be requiredDriving

Based on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's licenseONEOK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, national origin, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law.

The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of ONEOK.

ONEOK is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation email [email protected] or call 1-855-663-6547​.

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Expected Salary Range

$50,000.00 - $76,000.00

At ONEOK (NYSE: OKE), we deliver energy products and services vital to an advancing world. We are a leading midstream operator that provides gathering, processing, fractionation, transportation and storage services. Through our more than 50,000-mile pipeline network, we transport the natural gas, natural gas liquids (NGLs), refined products and crude that help meet domestic and international energy demand, contribute to energy security and provide safe, reliable and responsible energy solutions needed today and into the future. As one of the largest diversified energy infrastructure companies in North America, ONEOK is delivering energy that makes a difference in the lives of people in the U.S. and around the world.

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