Operations Technician

Pembina Pipeline Corporation•Albert Lea, MN

51d•Onsite

About The Position

Pembina Pipeline U.S. is a dynamic energy transportation and midstream provider with over 65 years of experience. We own pipelines that transport hydrocarbon liquids and natural gas products, as well as gathering and processing facilities and an infrastructure and logistics business. Our operations span the hydrocarbon value chain, enabling us to offer a full suite of midstream and marketing services. We are an organization that values safety, trustworthiness, respect, collaboration, and entrepreneurship. Pembina fosters a diverse and inclusive working environment that provides employees with a positive and engaging experience where they are recognized and empowered. We prioritize the safety of our communities, customers, contractors, and employees, believing that all incidents are preventable. Compliance with all policies, procedures, and regulations, including our Life Saving Rules, is a requirement. Working for Pembina means working safely. The Alliance Pipeline team within Pembina US Corporation is seeking an Operations Technician. This role reports to the Supervisor, Alliance Pipeline US North Operations and is crucial for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of a cross-border natural gas system connecting key supply basins to the Chicago market hub. The Operations Technician will be responsible for monitoring and maintaining pipeline and facility operations, responding to operational issues, and ensuring compliance with safety, regulatory, and environmental requirements. Working closely with field and control center teams, this role is vital for optimizing system performance and supporting the delivery of natural gas to customers under long-term, fee-for-service arrangements. Pembina has expanded its asset base through the acquisition of key natural gas and refined product infrastructure, providing customers with access to high-value markets under long-term, fee-for-service contracts. The Alliance Pipeline, part of the Transmission & Extraction Operations assets, is a 3,848-kilometer (2,391-mile) integrated system connecting Canada and the U.S. It transports rich natural gas from the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin and Williston Basin to the Chicago hub. The Transmission & Extraction Operations assets are responsible for the safe, reliable, and compliant transportation and extraction of hydrocarbons across Pembina’s integrated pipeline and facilities network. This asset delivers critical connectivity between upstream supply and downstream markets while maintaining a strong focus on asset integrity, operational discipline, and regulatory excellence. This position is located in Albert Lea, MN.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or equivalent in Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls, or Mechatronics.
Relevant operational experience in a pipeline or processing plant environment is preferred.
Demonstrated proficiency with computer applications and operating systems.
Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly prioritize work and manage multiple tasks effectively.
Committed to working safely, with a strong safety mindset aligned to operational excellence.
Learning agility with a willingness to continuously develop skills, adapt to change, and apply new knowledge in a dynamic environment.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision while maintaining accountability for results.
Collaborative team player with a positive attitude, able to build strong working relationships and engage effectively across functions.
Capable of supporting and directing safe, efficient operations with sound judgment and adaptability.
Valid driver’s license required.
Must live within 60 miles of the asset.
Legally able to work in the country of the position.

Responsibilities

Champion Pembina’s Zero by Choice safety culture and Life Saving Rules by integrating physical, psychological, and cyber safety into all activities, maintaining personal accountability for compliance, audit readiness, risk identification, and the protection of people, assets, and information.
Execute field operations as part of a multi-discipline team, supporting compressor and meter station activities and collaborating with other trades as required.
Perform routine pipeline and facility operations and maintenance, including equipment inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical and electrical systems.
Conduct facility locating and marking in accordance with Pembina’s Damage Prevention Program and One Call requirements to ensure safe excavation practices.
Ensure all operational and maintenance activities meet internal procedures, regulatory obligations, and industry standards.
Provide on-site oversight of third-party excavation and work activities to protect assets and ensure procedural compliance.
Participate in a rotational on-call schedule, responding to operational upsets, equipment failures, and emergency situations.
Support safe, reliable, and continuous operation of pipeline and facility systems.
Work collaboratively to promote a positive, safety-focused team environment.
Consistently utilize required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in accordance with site-specific safety requirements.
Communicate hazards, incidents, and safety concerns promptly to supervision and safety personnel.
Apply sound judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills to technical and operational challenges.
Perform work in outdoor environments across varying conditions.
Complete additional duties as assigned in support of operational objectives.
Contribute to and uphold an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace.