Pipeline Technician

Plains All American•Slave Lake, AB

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Plains is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil. We own an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key oil producing basins and transportation corridors and at major market hubs in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas. We’re on the lookout for passionate self‑starters who thrive in fast‑moving, collaborative, and innovative environments. Plains has an opportunity for a Pipeline Technician to work on our pipeline system in the Slave Lake area. The successful candidate will provide support to operations, maintenance, and projects in addition to ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and company policies/procedures.

Requirements

Minimum high school graduate or equivalent
Demonstrated computer knowledge with experience in Microsoft 365, Word, and Excel
Cleared criminal history (background) check and satisfactory reference checks
Compliance with the company’s Drug & Alcohol Policy
Valid Driver’s License with a clean abstract
Applicants must be authorized to work in Canada for the duration of their employment.

Nice To Haves

Ground Disturbance experience would be considered an asset
Completion of an OGPO course would be considered an asset
Permanent resident (100 km radius) within the Slave Lake area

Responsibilities

Flexible and willing to work within pipeline/truck terminal operations and provide project support
Basic understanding of pipelines, pump stations, pigging and storage facilities
Able to perform minor maintenance duties with pumps and piping, demonstrating mechanical aptitude
Able to work independently or as a team member with minimal supervision
Able to conduct daily duties that consist of pipeline pigging, sampling, housekeeping including shoveling snow, cleaning buildings and yard maintenance, LOTO’s and drain downs
Self-motivated and energetic with effective written/verbal communication skills
Able and comfortable to drive to and from different site locations on and off highway
Willing and able to work outside in all weather conditions
Willingness to work a 8 days on/6 days off shift