Role Overview
ONEOK is hiring a Lead Operator USW. This is a full-time role in Tulsa. posted today. applications are still in the early window, before most candidates have applied. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job description
#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
Monitor all product movements and associated equipment to perform those movements. Ensure compliance with regulations, SIP, the reliability of equipment, accurate measurement and the quality of products transported through the facility.
Lead Operators are responsible for the overall product movement and facility operations during his/her shift.
The schedule for this position is rotating 12-hour shifts.
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, and the union bidding process applies. Union posting guidelines outlined in the current collective bargaining agreement will be applied prior to considering external candidates.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Monitor and direct the Operator on all product movements in to and out of the station or terminal by coordinating with the area scheduler, refineries and product quality. Tasks can include: mainline operations of pumping units, transferring product to storage vessels; making valve lineups, operating refined product pumps; performing product sampling, measurement of location physical stock and meters, input information into computer programs and perform daily facility inspections
Lead Operators may also be cross-trained to perform Operator responsibilities, including:
Monitor all product movements into and out of the Terminal/Station including:
Mainline operations of pumping units, transferring product to storage vessels;
Making valve lineups, operating refined product pumps;
Managing product changes, operating above ground storage tanks, performing product sampling, running samples for analysis on in house lab equipment;
Measurement of location physical stock, meters, and additive variances
Input information into computer programs and perform daily facility inspections.
Provide support for a 6-spot loading and unloading rack.
Participate on the facility emergency response team.
Assist technicians with maintenance duties and perform general maintenance duties as directed by the Supervisor.
Comply with Company policies and procedures, including System Integrity Plan (SIP) and OQ requirements and implement them into location work practices.
Attend and actively participate in safety training meetings.
Perform any other tasks that may be assigned.
Responsibilities may include Department of Transportation (DOT) covered functions, including operations, maintenance, or emergency response on a pipeline. Job duties also require the employee to be alert and respond immediately to dangerous or hazardous conditions, and where impaired performance, or failure to follow safety precautions, could result in serious injury or property damage.
Education
H.S. Diploma or equivalent required
Associate's Degree in petroleum technology or related field preferred
Work Experience
None required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Licenses and Certifications
None required
Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements
Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.
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 (Occasionally)
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 (Occasionally)
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 (Constantly)
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 conditions
Working 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
Limited travel to other locations may be required
Driving
Based on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's license
ONEOK 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 HRSolutions@ONEOK.com or call 1-855-663-6547.
Expected Salary Range
$34.01 - $51.59About ONEOK
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Lead Operator USW position at ONEOK?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to ONEOK. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Lead Operator USW position at ONEOK located?
This position is based in Tulsa. ONEOK has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Lead Operator USW at ONEOK earn?
ONEOK has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Lead Operator USW role at ONEOK posted?
This role was posted on July 23, 2026 (today). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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