Terminal Operator I

Plains All American • Pecos, TX

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pipeline / Terminal Operator I operates and maintains pipeline facilities and/or terminals, including tanks, pipeline pumping stations, LACTs, and gathering facilities, to support safe and accurate transportation and storage of petroleum products. The role assists with product movements into and out of pipeline terminals and pump stations and is responsible for product storage and custody-transfer activities with connecting carriers and customers. Operators assess crude oil and refined-product quantity and quality and perform general facility maintenance in accordance with company requirements.

This is a field-based position involving frequent work outdoors in extreme heat and cold and often near high voltage or chemicals. Protective clothing and equipment are required. The position is subject to callouts for Plains field operations and/or emergency response.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English and perform basic math.
• Ability to read and interpret pipeline maps, technical drawings, and technical schematics.
• Ability to work in a team-based environment with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to use tools and equipment such as compressors, pumps, mixers, hydrometers, centrifuges, sulfur machines, gauge lines, temperature and H2S monitors, line locators, SCBA, fire extinguishers, and scrapers as required.
• Basic knowledge of product measurement, including gauging, metering, meter proving and witnessing meter proving, and product sampling procedures and systems.
• Basic knowledge of petroleum product characteristics, including gravity, viscosity, flash, and basic sediment and water, and ability to perform qualitative fuel analysis.
• Basic computer skills, including Excel, Microsoft Office, and Word, and ability to enter operational and measurement data into computer-based systems.
• Ability to maintain qualifications for wharf operations, including operation of marine and truck-rack vapor-control systems, and meet requirements to obtain a TWIC card.
• Knowledge of facility work authorization permits, Emergency Response Plans, SPCC plans, operations manuals, and applicable plans and regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with PHMSA and OSHA regulations.
• Outstanding safety record.
• Ability to complete company Haz-Mat training, required DOT operator qualifications for pipeline mechanical operations, and mandatory safety training.
• Ability to work in moderately to heavily physically demanding conditions, including outdoors in extreme heat and cold.
• Valid U.S. driver's license with a clean abstract.
• Cleared criminal-history background check 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; employment-based visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant work experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, clean, and perform general upkeep of station, pipeline, terminal, and related facilities and equipment.
• Maintain station activity reports and documentation, including readings, over/short documentation, and oil movement orders.
• Complete pipeline and facility checks, report abnormal conditions, and troubleshoot as necessary.
• Safely operate facility rotating equipment, valves, LACT and metering systems, hydrocarbon drain systems, electrical heat-tracing systems, flare systems, instrument air systems, and truck loading and unloading systems.
• Inspect and maintain pipeline security, monitor rights-of-way for activity, perform damage-prevention activities, and report unauthorized activity or contact with the pipe.
• Inspect facility perimeter fencing and locks to maintain security.
• Inspect and gauge tanks and check pumps and associated equipment for proper operation and condition.
• Perform routine maintenance inspections of mixers, motors, gearboxes, valves, clock charts, and emergency generators, and maintain required records.
• Perform product receipts and deliveries involving pipelines, rail cars, vessels, and tank trucks, as well as tank-to-tank transfers as needed.
• Conduct measurement activities, including recording fuel, flare, and vent volumes; entering reference temperature and density into electronic flow devices; performing BSW tests; reviewing balances; and verifying tickets, inventories, and metered volumes.
• Conduct pipeline pigging activities, including preparation, sending and receiving pigs, and returning the pipeline to service.
• Communicate with the Pipeline Control Center and perform pipeline start-ups and shutdowns.
• Detect and respond to leaks, provide timely notification and documentation, and assist with leak repairs.
• Manage balancing systems and conduct daily and monthly balancing.
• Support product quality management by conducting field tests, maintaining lab equipment and sample records, and performing product testing and analysis.
• Perform quality and quantity testing, check sulfur content, calibrate BS&W meters, and witness meter proving when requested.
• Document meter readings, complete daily inventory reports, and enter custody-transfer tickets into the appropriate accounting system.
• Run reports weekly or monthly as needed and maintain monthly fire extinguisher, scraper, filter, and tank inspection logs.
• Conduct effective shift turnovers and respond to abnormal and emergency events.
• Follow Plains safety policies and procedures and inform senior personnel about hazards and near misses.
• Perform other pipeline- or terminal-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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