Facility Operator

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Located in Spokane, WA

Salary: $18-$20

On behalf of our client, a leading asphalt facility, we are seeking a skilled and dependable Facility Operator to support daily operations, maintenance, and safety at the site. This role requires a hands-on individual with mechanical aptitude, strong safety awareness, and the ability to manage small projects within a technically demanding environment.

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Position Summary

The Facility Operator will assist with product transfers, production tasks, equipment troubleshooting, maintenance, and quality control activities. This role involves working outdoors in various weather conditions, operating heavy equipment, and maintaining facility systems to ensure safe and efficient operations.

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Key Responsibilities

• Manage small projects, including:

  • Product transfers and production processes

  • Mechanical troubleshooting and repair of pumps, valves, and related equipment

  • Testing of system safety devices

  • Periodic inspections of tanks, valves, piping, and other facility infrastructure

• Perform duties assigned by the Facility Manager and Lead Operator

• Input and manage data using computer systems accurately

• Safely perform labor-intensive tasks, including loading semi-trucks with liquid asphalt

• Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, long sleeves, protective clothing, and work boots

• Navigate facility infrastructure, including spiral tank stairs and working at various elevations

• Work outdoors in adverse weather conditions as required

• Be available for flexible work hours and on-call after-hours support as needed

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Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of construction, maintenance, or operations experience in refined products, bulk storage terminals, pipeline operations, or oil and gas industries

• Basic mechanical and/or electrical knowledge

• Basic math skills sufficient to perform job tasks accurately

• Valid driver’s license

• Ability to safely negotiate and work around piping at grade and elevated levels

• Strong commitment to safety and following protocols

• Willingness to work flexible hours and be on call for emergencies

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Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform physically demanding labor-intensive tasks

• Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions

• Able to climb stairs, negotiate elevated work areas, and work in confined spaces as necessary

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Additional Requirements

• Employment contingent upon passing pre-employment drug screening (including THC) and background check

• Adherence to all company safety policies and procedures

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Why Join This Team?

• Opportunity to work in a technically challenging and vital industry

• Supportive team environment focused on safety and operational excellence

• Career growth potential in facility and operations management

• Competitive compensation and benefits package

Apply online today or give us a call at 509-747-6011! 

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