Plains All American
Pipeline Operator I – Plains All American
Job Type: Regular
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). The company operates an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key producing basins and transportation corridors 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.
Job Overview The Pipeline Operator operates and maintains identified pipeline assets and facilities—including pipelines, tanks, pipeline pumping stations, LACTs and gathering facilities—to ensure accurate and safe transportation and storage of products.
Job Responsibilities
Responsible for petroleum product movements in and out of pipeline pump stations; uses tools and techniques to accurately assess, quantify and quality crude oil and/or refined products; responsible for storage of products, and custody transfer activities with connecting carriers and customers.
Routinely inspects pumps and valves for proper operation.
Responsible for accurate quality and quantity measurement of crude oil according to Plains procedures and reporting of same.
Performs monthly DOT tankage inspections, fire extinguisher inspections, and maintains associated records.
Inspects perimeter fencing, locks, etc. to maintain proper facility, pipeline and ROW security and addresses and reports any infractions.
Inspects and assures that routine and DOT compliance maintenance is performed on ROW, equipment and valves.
Maintains communications with Pipeline Control Center.
Acts as witness to meter proving, crude oil shipment from lease to delivery point and runs pipeline pigs as needed.
Performs other pipeline related tasks or projects as deemed necessary by Operations Supervisor.
Knowledge, Skills, And Experience Required
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must have pipeline knowledge and experience, and capability to take on a wide range of pipeline responsibilities and ability to manage pump station, pipeline and lease crude oil shipping responsibilities resulting in safe operating conditions 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 and coordinate related activities and use basic sampling equipment.
Must have a valid driver’s license to drive company vehicles.
Ability to speak, read and write English.
Must be organized and proficient in record keeping.
Must possess or obtain operator qualifications as deemed by the Operations Supervisor and complete Haz‑Mat training, safety programs and meet minimum D.O.T. requirements.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills and be able to work alone and with minimal supervision.
Ability to occasionally lift or carry moderately heavy equipment up to 50 pounds, working, stooping, kneeling, bending, climbing and walking distances in all types of terrain.
Works outdoors in open environment with extremes of heat and cold.
Able to accommodate travel, overtime, extreme weather, and participate in “on‑call” rotation as required.
Qualifications
Valid U.S. 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.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Industry
Oil and Gas
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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). The company operates an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key producing basins and transportation corridors 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.
Job Overview The Pipeline Operator operates and maintains identified pipeline assets and facilities—including pipelines, tanks, pipeline pumping stations, LACTs and gathering facilities—to ensure accurate and safe transportation and storage of products.
Job Responsibilities
Responsible for petroleum product movements in and out of pipeline pump stations; uses tools and techniques to accurately assess, quantify and quality crude oil and/or refined products; responsible for storage of products, and custody transfer activities with connecting carriers and customers.
Routinely inspects pumps and valves for proper operation.
Responsible for accurate quality and quantity measurement of crude oil according to Plains procedures and reporting of same.
Performs monthly DOT tankage inspections, fire extinguisher inspections, and maintains associated records.
Inspects perimeter fencing, locks, etc. to maintain proper facility, pipeline and ROW security and addresses and reports any infractions.
Inspects and assures that routine and DOT compliance maintenance is performed on ROW, equipment and valves.
Maintains communications with Pipeline Control Center.
Acts as witness to meter proving, crude oil shipment from lease to delivery point and runs pipeline pigs as needed.
Performs other pipeline related tasks or projects as deemed necessary by Operations Supervisor.
Knowledge, Skills, And Experience Required
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must have pipeline knowledge and experience, and capability to take on a wide range of pipeline responsibilities and ability to manage pump station, pipeline and lease crude oil shipping responsibilities resulting in safe operating conditions 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 and coordinate related activities and use basic sampling equipment.
Must have a valid driver’s license to drive company vehicles.
Ability to speak, read and write English.
Must be organized and proficient in record keeping.
Must possess or obtain operator qualifications as deemed by the Operations Supervisor and complete Haz‑Mat training, safety programs and meet minimum D.O.T. requirements.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills and be able to work alone and with minimal supervision.
Ability to occasionally lift or carry moderately heavy equipment up to 50 pounds, working, stooping, kneeling, bending, climbing and walking distances in all types of terrain.
Works outdoors in open environment with extremes of heat and cold.
Able to accommodate travel, overtime, extreme weather, and participate in “on‑call” rotation as required.
Qualifications
Valid U.S. 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.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Industry
Oil and Gas
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