Apprentice Pipeliner

Buckeye Partners; Wayne (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckeye Partners Lp is seeking an Apprentice Pipeliner in Michigan to learn and support terminal, pipeline, and plant operations with hands-on training across safety, documentation, and maintenance activities. The role involves working under supervision and traveling up to 15% as needed.

The position emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and practical exposure to the oil and gas industry as part of a structured development program.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and analytical skills.
• Good communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize safety.

Responsibilities

• Learn damage prevention and Right of Way processes.
• Learn regulatory compliance and environmental, health and safety procedures.
• Maintain good relationships with customers and respond to inquiries.
• Learn documentation practices for work performed.
• Participate in Haz-Whopper emergency training.
• Learn cathodic protection concepts and monitoring.
• Develop knowledge of pipeline operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Analytical skills

Safety mindset

Strong communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Related experience in terminal/pipeline/plant operations

Job description

Buckeye is the premier infrastructure and logistics provider for the world’s energy needs, both today and tomorrow. Since 1886, we have successfully navigated transitions in the way energy has been distributed to continually meet the needs of an evolving market and industry environment. Our people are a critical element to the success and longevity of our operational history and our future as we seek to thrive through the energy transition.

We own and operate a diversified global network of integrated assets providing midstream logistic solutions, primarily consisting of the transportation, storage, processing, and marketing of liquid petroleum products. We are committed to safely and responsibly providing world-class service to meet the continually evolving energy needs of our customers and the communities we serve. As part of this commitment to our customers, we are continually diversifying our platform and service offerings to enable less carbon intensive energy solutions and undertaking decarbonization efforts on our operations.

Buckeye Partners is currently seeking an Apprentice Pipeliner with experience in terminal, pipeline or plant operations with general knowledge of equipment and maintenance of pipeline and terminal facilities in the Oil & Gas Industry to join our team!

Role Summary

The Apprentice Pipeliner role is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing equipment and pipeline and terminal facilities with little direct supervision.

Responsibilities & Essential Functions Include

Timeframe: 0 - 18 months.

• Right of Way. Learning the company's damage prevention program including One Calls, Right of Way investigations and maintenance, 3rd Party Crossings, Property Owner awareness activities, as required. Performing duties under the supervision of a Pipeliner A.
• Introduction to Regulatory Compliance. Learning environmental regulations, safety directives and operating procedures so that the Company can assure compliance. Ensuring that management is apprised of any area or issue that should be addressed regarding regulatory compliance including environmental, health and safety.
• Customer Service. Maintaining a good relationship with all customers and respond to their inquiries and needs as required.
• Introduction to Documentation. Learning to maintain accurate and appropriate documentation on all work performed.
• Training on Emergency Response. Attend 24-hour new employee Haz-whopper training for emergency response.
• Introduction to Cathodic Protection. Learning the company's Cathodic Protection theory, including inspecting Cathodic Protection systems for tanks, performing corrosion probes, installing and maintaining test leads, taking Cathodic Protection measurements and inspecting and testing insulating devices, as required.
• Pipeline Operations. Obtain a full working knowledge and understanding of pipeline operations.
• And other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Related experience in terminal, pipeline or plant operations required.
• General knowledge or experience in the petroleum industry is required.
• Up to 15% travel required.

Certificates & Licenses

• Valid driver's license

Other Skills, Attributes And Abilities

• In order to be successful in this position, one must possess a strong mechanical aptitude and excellent analytical skills.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills are also required.
• This position requires someone who can work well under pressure and has a strong commitment to safety.

Essential Functions

• This position requires the ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and or/quantitative productivity standards.
• This role requires the ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• This position requires compliance with all personnel policies.

Physical & Safety Requirements

• This role is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions.
• This position requires the employee to regularly access and work at or around heights in excess of 5 feet, moving mechanical parts, moving on-track rail equipment, petroleum product or other chemical fumes, airborne particles like dust or other chemicals, vibration, uneven terrain, and high noise level in the work environment.
• The incumbent must meet medical criteria established by OSHA for emergency response.
• This position may require exposure to hazardous environments and require the wearing of a respirator.
• Must be able and willing to spend on average 90%of ones time on his/her feet
• Must be able to lift large, heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds 10 to 20 times per day on average.
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move inside the office to access file cabinets, office equipment, etc.
• This position communicates with supervision and co-workers via VHF radio and hand signals, or cell phone.
• The incumbent in this role must wear Fire Retardant Clothing (FRC) and/or Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required in hazardous areas.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• The employee is frequently required to effectively communicate with others.
• This position requires the ability to climb ladders (approx. 50 feet) and work comfortably and safely at heights for extended periods of time.
• This position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol regulations.

About You

To be successful in the Buckeye culture, our employees must possess a demonstrated commitment to environmental responsibility and regulatory compliance. Excellent communication, both written and verbal, as well as strong organizational skills are paramount. You must work independently and be able to exercise tact, discretion, and professionalism when dealing with internal and external customers, and when handling sensitive and confidential information.

People First Culture

From managing over 5,000 miles of pipeline to commercializing clean energy projects, our people collaborate to provide world-class service and meet the changing energy needs of our customers. Our employee-first culture means that we invest in our employees and equip them to be fully contributing members of high performing teams. We are focused on collaboration, inclusion, empowerment, accountability, and professional development. We want the best in you to bring out the best in us.

Join us as we work together to build a business that is responsive to the needs of the future while continuing to serve the energy needs of communities today.