Field Pipeline Maintenance Technician Trainee

Energy Transfer; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunoco LP, a leading energy infrastructure company, seeks a general laborer to support pipeline maintenance and related activities. This entry-level role involves safety-focused fieldwork, inspections, and equipment operation at multiple sites.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 1 year in petroleum transport or related, strong English communication, and a valid driver’s license. DOT testing and background checks are part of the process, with training provided.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience in the petroleum transportation industry or related.
• Verbal and written English communication skills.
• Well organized, self-motivated and safety oriented.
• Ability to work independently and/or in a team environment.
• Have and maintain a valid driver's license, pass DOT physical and background check.

Responsibilities

• Perform all job functions safely while complying with safety rules, procedures and policies.
• Perform pipeline right-of-way activities, such as pipeline locates, respond to State One Call notifications, read pipeline alignment sheets, communicating with landowners, contractors and other agencies.
• Perform routine facility inspections, housekeeping and equipment maintenance.
• Operate and maintain light duty vehicles, hand tools and power equipment.
• Maintain communications via both voice and electronic transmissions with off site pipeline companies, oil spill vendors, Sunoco field locations, customers and vendors.
• Participate in and successfully complete all required personal training including written and computer based testing to validate competency and pass random DOT drug screens.

Skills

Verbal and written English

Safety oriented

Independent/Team work

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Line locator equipment

GPS units

Calculators

Hand tools

Job description

Sunoco LP, a leading energy infrastructure company, seeks a general laborer to support pipeline maintenance and related activities. This entry-level role involves safety-focused fieldwork, inspections, and equipment operation at multiple sites.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 1 year in petroleum transport or related, strong English communication, and a valid driver’s license. DOT testing and background checks are part of the process, with training provided.