Tank Planner/ Coordinator
Client: Refinery Location: El Dorado, AR Duration: Jan 2027- Dec 2028 Schedule: 5/10's and 7/12's Feb-April Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, 401K
Position Summary The Tank Planner Coordinator is responsible for coordinating, planning, and preparing maintenance activities associated with refinery storage tanks, process tanks, and related equipment. This position ensures tank inspections, repairs, maintenance, and turnaround activities are properly planned, resourced, and scheduled to support safe, reliable, and efficient refinery operations. The Tank Planner Coordinator works closely with operations, maintenance, inspection, engineering, safety, contractors, and project management teams to coordinate tank maintenance activities and ensure compliance with refinery standards, regulatory requirements, and applicable industry codes.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate and develop maintenance plans for aboveground storage tanks, process tanks, and associated equipment. Plan and coordinate tank inspections, repairs, modifications, and preventative maintenance activities. Work with API inspectors and engineering personnel to identify required repairs and maintenance scopes. Develop detailed work scopes, job packages, estimates, and schedules for tank maintenance projects. Coordinate tank cleaning, draining, degassing, isolation, and preparation activities prior to maintenance or inspection. Identify required labor, materials, equipment, tools, and contractor resources. Coordinate with Operations to establish tank availability and minimize disruptions to refinery production. Work with maintenance planners, schedulers, and supervisors to prioritize and schedule tank-related work. Track work progress, identify potential delays, and communicate schedule changes to appropriate personnel. Ensure all work packages include appropriate drawings, specifications, procedures, permits, and safety requirements. Coordinate contractor activities and monitor performance to ensure work is completed safely and according to schedule. Maintain accurate documentation, inspection records, repair histories, and maintenance schedules. Ensure compliance with applicable OSHA regulations, API standards, refinery procedures, and environmental requirements. Participate in maintenance planning meetings, project reviews, and turnaround planning activities. Assist with budget development, cost tracking, and forecasting for tank maintenance and repair projects.
Background Needed:
Tank construction knowledge. (API 650/653 is a plus) Planning and coordinating experience. Tank cleaning understanding.