Field Operator (Associate, I, II)

Colonial Pipeline Company•Woodbine, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Depending on your experience, you’ll join us as an Associate, Level I, or Level II Field Operator. At Colonial Pipeline, our Field Operators are at the heart of our mission—ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of refined petroleum products across the country. Whether you're just starting out or bringing years of experience, we have a place for you. Fueling the Future and Powering Progress. Apply today and take the next step in your career with Colonial Pipeline!

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) from an accredited education intuition.
Live within a 60-minute commute from their designated work location assigned work location.
Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record to drive Company and personal vehicles for picking up materials, to get around large facilities in minimum time, and to travel to locations away from headquarter point.
Willingness to work ability to work 8- and 12-hour rotating shifts, including holidays and weekends as required; subject to call-out and occasional overtime.
Strong work ethic, safety-first mindset, and a commitment to excellence.
Ability to complete Colonial’s NexOp Program and operator qualifications.
At facilities with multiple operating consoles, ability to be qualified on two or more consoles.
Demonstrated proficiency in Skill Set I, II, and III of the NexOp Program; successful completion of Skill Set IV.
Commitment to consistently adhere to policies and procedures and be a positive example for others by demonstrating the Company’s core values of Respect, Accountability, Innovation, Safety, and Excellence in completing work assignments.
Self-motivated, have phenomenal work ethic and looking for the right company to support your growth.
This is a Department of Transportation (DOT) covered job and is subject to all applicable regulatory requirements such as testing for the presence of prohibited drugs and alcohol as defined under 49 CFR Part 199 as a condition of employment, to include pre-employment, random, post-accident, reasonable cause/suspicion and fit for duty testing.
Colonial adheres to PHMSA's (Pipeline Hazardous Material Safety Administration) Control Room Management Rule, and as such, incumbents in this role must live within 60 minutes from their designated work location and notify management of any changes to their home address while in this role.
Physical mobility to sit, stand, reach, pull, push, and bend.
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. unassisted.
The ability to work in non-permit required confined spaces.
Ability to traverse uneven terrain to reach secluded right-of-way.
Ability to climb stairs, vertical ladders up to 10 ft. and tank steps as high as 60 ft. without assistance.
Ability to verbally communicate by two-way radio, especially during emergency response.
Normal visual acuity to perform duties of position. If vision is corrected, it must be corrected to 20/40 or better.
Must have ability to distinguish colors, especially red, green, white, yellow, cyan, and black. Color recognition for control panel indicator lights and to analyze product colors.
Ability to detect the presence of petroleum products by smell.
Considered “Heavy Work” based on ADA physical standards.
Must be able to work indoors and outdoors at all hours in all weather conditions near refined petroleum products and heavy equipment.

Nice To Haves

Associate and/or Technical degree in a related field of study from an accredited college or university.
Ideally, 1–4+ years of experience in pipeline operations.
Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training; Forklift training/licensing, and/or fire training.
Experience with HMI systems and batch scheduling.

Responsibilities

Participate in our NexGen Training Program to build technical skills and gain hands-on experience.
Monitor pipeline systems, perform inspections, launch and receive pipeline internal tools, and conduct minor maintenance.
At higher levels, guide junior team members, troubleshoot operational issues, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Perform covered tasks under 49 CFR 195.501(b) and respond to abnormal operating conditions with confidence.