Pipeline Operator I

Plains All American•Pecos, TX

About The Position

The Pipeline Operator operates and maintains pipeline assets and facilities, including pipelines, tanks, pipeline pumping stations, LACTs, and gathering facilities, to ensure the safe and accurate 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 position also performs facility, equipment, and right-of-way inspections and maintenance, maintains operational records and communications, and supports pipeline activities as directed by the Operations Supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Pipeline knowledge and experience, with the capability to manage a range of pipeline responsibilities, pump station operations, pipeline activities, and lease crude oil shipping safely and in compliance with government regulations.
Ability to read and comprehend technical operational manuals.
Basic math and computer/PC skills.
As job proficiency is attained, ability to calculate fluid flow, determine and perform batch scheduling, coordinate related activities, and use basic sampling equipment.
Valid driver’s license; qualifications also specify a valid U.S. driver’s license with a clean abstract.
Ability to speak, read, and write English.
Organized and proficient in record keeping.
Must possess or obtain operator qualifications as determined by the Operations Supervisor, complete Haz-Mat training and safety programs, and meet minimum DOT requirements.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to work alone with minimal supervision.
Ability to occasionally lift or carry equipment up to 50 pounds and to stoop, kneel, bend, climb, and walk distances across varied terrain.
Ability to accommodate travel, overtime, extreme weather, and participation in an on-call rotation as required.
Cleared criminal history (background) and satisfactory reference checks.
Compliance 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; this position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Manage petroleum product movements in and out of pipeline pump stations, including assessing and measuring crude oil and/or refined products for quantity and quality, product storage, and custody transfers 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 affecting facility, pipeline, or right-of-way security.
Inspect and ensure routine and DOT-compliance maintenance is performed on the right-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 assigned by the Operations Supervisor.