Field Operator (Associate, I, II)

Colonial Pipeline Company • Avenel, NJ

9d • $58,659 - $127,334 • Onsite

About The Position

Depending on your experience, you’ll join us as an Associate, Level I, or Level II Field Operator. Are you ready to be part of a team that keeps America moving? 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.
• Self-motivated, have phenomenal work ethic and looking for the right company to support your growth.

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.
• 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.

Benefits

• Employees find exciting opportunities to grow and develop their careers at a stable company which offers a generous compensation and benefits package that includes annual incentive bonuses, retirement plans, insurance coverage and a host of other features that support a happy, active, productive and rewarding life.
• Highly competitive benefits – Check out Colonial’s Total Rewards

What This Job Offers

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