Apprentice Pipeliner Tri-State

Buckeye Partners • City of Rochester, NY

82d

About The Position

Buckeye Partners is seeking an Apprentice Pipeliner to join its Tri-State team. The role supports maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of pipeline and terminal equipment and facilities, initially performing duties under the supervision of a Pipeliner A. During the first 0–18 months, the apprentice learns right-of-way and damage-prevention practices, regulatory and environmental compliance, customer service, work documentation, emergency response, cathodic protection, and pipeline operations. The position requires related experience in terminal, pipeline, or plant operations and general knowledge or experience in the petroleum industry. Travel of up to 15% is required.

The job regularly involves outdoor work and exposure to heights, moving mechanical and rail equipment, petroleum or chemical fumes, airborne particles, vibration, uneven terrain, and high noise. The employee must be able to spend an average of 90% of work time on their feet, lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds repeatedly, climb ladders of approximately 50 feet, and work safely at heights. Hazardous-environment exposure and respirator use may be required. The role is subject to DOT drug and alcohol regulations and requires wearing fire-retardant clothing and/or personal protective equipment when required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Related experience in terminal, pipeline, or plant operations.
• General knowledge or experience in the petroleum industry.
• Valid driver's license.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and excellent analytical skills.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and a strong commitment to safety.
• Ability to travel up to 15%.
• Ability to meet OSHA medical criteria for emergency response.
• Ability to spend an average of 90% of work time on one's feet and lift objects up to 50 pounds 10 to 20 times per day on average.
• Ability to climb ladders approximately 50 feet and work safely at heights for extended periods.
• Ability to perform the physical duties described, including standing, walking, handling objects, reaching, climbing or balancing, and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Ability to comply with DOT drug and alcohol regulations.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform right-of-way damage-prevention work, including One Calls, right-of-way investigations and maintenance, third-party crossings, and property-owner awareness activities, under a Pipeliner A's supervision.
• Learn environmental regulations, safety directives, and operating procedures; bring regulatory compliance issues to management's attention.
• Maintain good relationships with customers and respond to their inquiries and needs.
• Learn to maintain accurate and appropriate documentation of work performed.
• Attend 24-hour new-employee hazwopper training for emergency response.
• Learn cathodic protection theory and practices, including inspecting tank systems, performing corrosion probes, installing and maintaining test leads, taking measurements, and inspecting and testing insulating devices.
• Obtain a full working knowledge and understanding of pipeline operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED