Plains All American
Terminal Operator I
Plains All American
is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil and natural gas liquids (NGLs). We own an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key crude oil and NGL producing basins and transportation corridors and at major market hubs in the United States and Canada. On average, Plains handles more than 6 million barrels per day of crude oil and NGL in its Transportation segment. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
We are looking for highly‑motivated individuals who enjoy working as part of a team in a dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment.
Job Type:
Regular
Job Responsibilities:
Performs maintenance, upkeep and cleaning of station, pipeline and terminal facilities including painting, weed control and general housekeeping as required to tanks, valves, engines, motors, mixers, piping, control panels, fencing, office, shop and storage buildings associated with pipeline, trucking, barge and ship terminals, and related facilities.
Monitors and maintains station activity reporting and related documentation, including readings, over/short documentation and oil movement orders.
Completes pipeline and facility checks, reports abnormal conditions and troubleshoots as necessary.
Safely operates all facility rotating equipment and valves, LACT and metering systems, and hydrocarbon drain systems, reporting abnormal conditions and troubleshooting as necessary.
Operates electrical heart‑tracking systems, flare systems, instrument air systems, truck loading and unloading systems, and related equipment.
Inspects and maintains pipeline security in the field and monitors Rights of Way (ROW) for activity on or near the ROW.
Performs damage prevention activities, reports unauthorized activity or contact with the pipe and verifies the status of work for expired agreements.
Inspects perimeter fencing, locks, etc. to maintain proper facility security.
Inspects tanks and pumps for proper operation, checks H2S monitors, tank roof drains, oil levels in mixers, compressors, pumps, booster, motors, valves and piping.
Inspects premises and ensures routine maintenance is performed on mixers, motors, gearboxes, valves, clock charts, emergency generators, and maintains associated records such as temperature average readings as required.
Performs product movements, including receipts and deliveries from pipelines, rail cars, vessels and tank trucks and performs tank‑to‑tank transfers as needed.
Conducts measurement activities (e.g., enters estimated fuel, flare and vent volumes into an FFV log, enters reference temperature and density into electronic flow devices, performs BSW tests, reviews daily and monthly balances, and verifies tickets, tank inventories and metered volumes).
Conducts pigging activities (e.g., prepares pipeline for pigging activity, sends pipeline pig, receives pipeline pig, puts pipeline back into service).
Maintains communications with Pipeline Control Center and performs start‑up and shutdown of pipelines.
Detects and responds to leaks, ensuring timely notifications and proper documentation, and assists in leak repairs.
Manages and maintains balancing systems, conducting daily and monthly balancing.
Supports Product Quality Management through conducting field tests, maintaining lab equipment, maintaining sample records, and performing product testing and analysis, including checks for sulfur content, calibration of BS&W meters and witnessing meter proving as requested.
Documents meter readings and completes daily inventory reports.
Originates and enters custody transfer tickets into the appropriate accounting system.
Runs various reports weekly/monthly as needed.
Maintains monthly fire extinguisher, scraper, filter and tank inspection logs to document completed work.
Conducts effective shift turnovers.
Responds to abnormal and emergency events.
Demonstrates safe work practices following Plains’ safety policies and procedures.
Accounts for informing senior personnel of hazard identification and near misses.
Assists with any other pipeline/terminal related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Relevant work experience preferred.
Ability to speak, read, and write English and to perform basic math.
Ability to read and interpret pipeline maps, technical drawings, and technical schematics.
Ability to work in a team‑based work environment, with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with a variety of tools and equipment including 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 sampling procedures; knowledge of line, tank, and automatic sampling systems.
Basic knowledge of petroleum product characteristics including gravity, viscosity, flash, basic sediment and water, and ability to perform qualitative analysis of fuels such as gravity, temperature, BS&W, flash and RVP.
Basic computer skills (e.g., Excel, Microsoft Office, Word) and ability to enter measurement and other operational data into computer‑based systems.
Ability to maintain qualifications to conduct wharf operations, including operation of marine and truck rack vapor control systems; must be able to meet the requirements necessary to obtain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) card.
Knowledge of facility work authorization permits, Emergency Response Plans, SPCC plans, operations manuals and other plans and regulatory requirements that pertain to pipeline/terminal operations.
Familiarity with PHMSA and OSHA regulations.
Outstanding safety record.
Successful completion of company Haz‑MAT training, required DOT operator qualifications to perform pipeline mechanical operations, and mandatory safety training.
Ability to work in moderate to heavy physically demanding working conditions, including working outdoors in an open environment with extremes of heat and cold.
Qualifications:
Valid US driver’s license with a clean abstract.
Cleared criminal history (background) and satisfactory reference checks.
Compliance with the Company’s drug and alcohol policy including pre‑employment screening.
This position is not eligible for employment‑based visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of their employment.
Benefits and Compensation: Plains rewards hard work with competitive compensation and a top‑tier benefits program designed to keep employees safe, healthy and happy. We respect our employees’ need for personal and family time, reflected in our benefits program. Salary details from job boards do not represent Plains’ compensation structure. Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.
By submitting your resume, you consent to the collection, use and necessary disclosure of the personal information provided during the application and selection process.
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil and natural gas liquids (NGLs). We own an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key crude oil and NGL producing basins and transportation corridors and at major market hubs in the United States and Canada. On average, Plains handles more than 6 million barrels per day of crude oil and NGL in its Transportation segment. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
We are looking for highly‑motivated individuals who enjoy working as part of a team in a dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment.
Job Type:
Regular
Job Responsibilities:
Performs maintenance, upkeep and cleaning of station, pipeline and terminal facilities including painting, weed control and general housekeeping as required to tanks, valves, engines, motors, mixers, piping, control panels, fencing, office, shop and storage buildings associated with pipeline, trucking, barge and ship terminals, and related facilities.
Monitors and maintains station activity reporting and related documentation, including readings, over/short documentation and oil movement orders.
Completes pipeline and facility checks, reports abnormal conditions and troubleshoots as necessary.
Safely operates all facility rotating equipment and valves, LACT and metering systems, and hydrocarbon drain systems, reporting abnormal conditions and troubleshooting as necessary.
Operates electrical heart‑tracking systems, flare systems, instrument air systems, truck loading and unloading systems, and related equipment.
Inspects and maintains pipeline security in the field and monitors Rights of Way (ROW) for activity on or near the ROW.
Performs damage prevention activities, reports unauthorized activity or contact with the pipe and verifies the status of work for expired agreements.
Inspects perimeter fencing, locks, etc. to maintain proper facility security.
Inspects tanks and pumps for proper operation, checks H2S monitors, tank roof drains, oil levels in mixers, compressors, pumps, booster, motors, valves and piping.
Inspects premises and ensures routine maintenance is performed on mixers, motors, gearboxes, valves, clock charts, emergency generators, and maintains associated records such as temperature average readings as required.
Performs product movements, including receipts and deliveries from pipelines, rail cars, vessels and tank trucks and performs tank‑to‑tank transfers as needed.
Conducts measurement activities (e.g., enters estimated fuel, flare and vent volumes into an FFV log, enters reference temperature and density into electronic flow devices, performs BSW tests, reviews daily and monthly balances, and verifies tickets, tank inventories and metered volumes).
Conducts pigging activities (e.g., prepares pipeline for pigging activity, sends pipeline pig, receives pipeline pig, puts pipeline back into service).
Maintains communications with Pipeline Control Center and performs start‑up and shutdown of pipelines.
Detects and responds to leaks, ensuring timely notifications and proper documentation, and assists in leak repairs.
Manages and maintains balancing systems, conducting daily and monthly balancing.
Supports Product Quality Management through conducting field tests, maintaining lab equipment, maintaining sample records, and performing product testing and analysis, including checks for sulfur content, calibration of BS&W meters and witnessing meter proving as requested.
Documents meter readings and completes daily inventory reports.
Originates and enters custody transfer tickets into the appropriate accounting system.
Runs various reports weekly/monthly as needed.
Maintains monthly fire extinguisher, scraper, filter and tank inspection logs to document completed work.
Conducts effective shift turnovers.
Responds to abnormal and emergency events.
Demonstrates safe work practices following Plains’ safety policies and procedures.
Accounts for informing senior personnel of hazard identification and near misses.
Assists with any other pipeline/terminal related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Relevant work experience preferred.
Ability to speak, read, and write English and to perform basic math.
Ability to read and interpret pipeline maps, technical drawings, and technical schematics.
Ability to work in a team‑based work environment, with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with a variety of tools and equipment including 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 sampling procedures; knowledge of line, tank, and automatic sampling systems.
Basic knowledge of petroleum product characteristics including gravity, viscosity, flash, basic sediment and water, and ability to perform qualitative analysis of fuels such as gravity, temperature, BS&W, flash and RVP.
Basic computer skills (e.g., Excel, Microsoft Office, Word) and ability to enter measurement and other operational data into computer‑based systems.
Ability to maintain qualifications to conduct wharf operations, including operation of marine and truck rack vapor control systems; must be able to meet the requirements necessary to obtain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) card.
Knowledge of facility work authorization permits, Emergency Response Plans, SPCC plans, operations manuals and other plans and regulatory requirements that pertain to pipeline/terminal operations.
Familiarity with PHMSA and OSHA regulations.
Outstanding safety record.
Successful completion of company Haz‑MAT training, required DOT operator qualifications to perform pipeline mechanical operations, and mandatory safety training.
Ability to work in moderate to heavy physically demanding working conditions, including working outdoors in an open environment with extremes of heat and cold.
Qualifications:
Valid US driver’s license with a clean abstract.
Cleared criminal history (background) and satisfactory reference checks.
Compliance with the Company’s drug and alcohol policy including pre‑employment screening.
This position is not eligible for employment‑based visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of their employment.
Benefits and Compensation: Plains rewards hard work with competitive compensation and a top‑tier benefits program designed to keep employees safe, healthy and happy. We respect our employees’ need for personal and family time, reflected in our benefits program. Salary details from job boards do not represent Plains’ compensation structure. Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.
By submitting your resume, you consent to the collection, use and necessary disclosure of the personal information provided during the application and selection process.
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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