Pipeline Operator I

Plains Marketing • Pecos, TX

2d

About The Position

The Pipeline Operator operates and maintains assigned pipeline assets and facilities, including pipelines, tanks, pipeline pumping stations, LACTs, and gathering facilities, to ensure the accurate and safe transportation and storage of products. The role handles petroleum product movements, measurement and quality assessment, storage, and custody-transfer activities with connecting carriers and customers.

The operator performs inspections and maintenance, maintains operational and compliance records, communicates with the Pipeline Control Center, and supports meter proving, crude oil shipments, and pipeline pigging. The position requires pipeline knowledge and experience, safe work practices, and compliance with applicable government and company requirements. Work is outdoors in varied terrain and extreme heat and cold; travel, overtime, and on-call participation may be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Pipeline knowledge and experience, with the ability to perform a wide range of pipeline responsibilities and manage pump station, pipeline, and lease crude oil shipping responsibilities safely and in compliance with government regulations.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical operational manuals.
• Basic math and computer/PC skills.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license with a clean driving abstract; able to drive company vehicles.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English.
• Organized and proficient in record keeping.
• Possess or obtain operator qualifications as determined by the Operations Supervisor.
• Complete Haz-Mat training and safety programs, and meet minimum D.O.T. requirements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work alone with minimal supervision.
• Ability to occasionally lift or carry equipment up to 50 pounds and to work while stooping, kneeling, bending, climbing, and walking distances over varied terrain.
• Able to accommodate travel, overtime, extreme weather, and participation in an on-call rotation as required.
• Cleared criminal history and satisfactory reference checks.
• Comply with the Company’s drug and alcohol policy, including pre-employment screening.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of employment; the position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Handle petroleum product movements into and out of pipeline pump stations.
• Use tools and techniques to assess, quantify, and determine the quality of crude oil and/or refined products.
• Manage product storage and custody-transfer activities with connecting carriers and customers.
• Routinely inspect pumps and valves for proper operation.
• Measure crude oil quality and quantity according to Plains procedures and report the results accurately.
• Perform monthly DOT tankage and fire extinguisher inspections and maintain associated records.
• Inspect perimeter fencing, locks, and other security features; address and report infractions.
• Inspect and ensure routine and DOT-compliance maintenance is performed on rights-of-way, equipment, and valves.
• Maintain communications with the Pipeline Control Center.
• Witness meter proving and crude oil shipments from lease to delivery point, and run pipeline pigs as needed.
• Perform other pipeline-related tasks or projects as directed by the Operations Supervisor.
• As proficiency is attained, calculate fluid flow, determine and perform batch scheduling, coordinate related activities, and use basic sampling equipment.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Top-tier benefits program designed to support employee safety, health, and well-being
• Benefits program that reflects employees’ need for personal and family time

What This Job Offers

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