Requisition Number 09-0144
Post Date 6/18/2009
Title Measurement Specialist
City Yankton Area
State SD
Travel Required 50%
Description Follows established measurement practices and procedures to ensure accurate proving, calibration, certification, and operation of all internal/external measurement equipment. Inspects and verifies the proper configuration / design of all applicable internal/external measurement facilities. Procures parts and performs necessary internal measurement maintenance. Recommends necessary changes to supervisor, and implements approved action items. Prepares and submits reports as necessary to meet the function of this position. Follows established lockout / tag out procedures to ensure safety and environmental compliance. Ensures portable proving equipment is in compliance with federal, state, and DOT regulations. Prepares and maintains DOT driver logs. Reduces potential risk to public safety and environment to minimize company liability. Ensures financial profitability by maintaining measurement equipment.
Requirements High School Diploma or equivalent required. Applicant must have a minimum of 5 years petrochemical product movement experience and possess above average mechanical skills. Must possess or obtain a minimum CDL Class C driver’s license with Hazmat Endorsement. DOT physical required. A working knowledge of electronics desirable. Excellent verbal, writing, mathematical and communication skills required. Ability to work independently with limited supervision required. PC skills with proficiency in Microsoft products required. Attention to detail is expected. Must be able to independently proof work for accuracy. Expected to work alone 95% of the time. The position requires physical abilities related to maintenance of measurement equipment, e.g., meters, provers, valves, etc. Expected to plan and schedule monthly measurement activities. Under emergency situations, must be able to take immediate measures to protect public safety, the environment, and company assets. Must be able to manage time and scheduling to meet deadlines. Expected to work successfully in stressful situations and manage multiple tasks. Ability to use awareness of relationships and impacts of data trends and elements to appropriately recommend actions that impact both near and long-term company operations and profits required. Must possess necessary skills to operate a pickup / prover trailer combination and drive excessive miles daily. Moderate to extensive travel is required.

WHEN A HIGHER LEVEL POSITION EXISTS CANDIDATES WITH GREATER QUALIFICATIONS MAY BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION.