Pipeline Operator I — Field Operations & Safety

Plains; Wink (TX); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Plains, a leading transportation and midstream provider, seeks a Pipeline Operator to manage pump stations and crude oil movements. You will inspect pumps, measure quality/quantity, perform DOT-related inspections and safeguard storage and custody transfers in our Texas network.

The role requires reading technical manuals, basic math/PC skills, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions. Some travel and on-call work are expected.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Pipeline knowledge and ability to manage pump station and shipment responsibilities safely.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical operation manuals.
• Basic math and computer/PC skills.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must read/write English.
• Haz-Mat training and DOT requirements may be needed.
• Willing to travel, overtime, and be on-call.
• Not eligible for visa sponsorship; authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsabilidades

• Responsible for petroleum product movements in and out of pipeline pump stations; assess, quantify and quality crude oil and/or refined products; handle storage and custody transfer with carriers/customers.
• Routinely inspects pumps and valves for proper operation.
• Ensure accurate quality and quantity measurement of crude oil per Plains procedures; report results.
• Perform monthly DOT tankage inspections, and fire extinguisher inspections; maintain records.
• Inspect perimeter fencing and locks to ensure security; report infractions.
• Ensure routine DOT compliance maintenance on ROW, equipment and valves.
• Maintain communications with Pipeline Control Center.
• Witness meter proving and crude oil shipments from lease to delivery; run pipeline pigs as needed.
• Perform other pipeline-related tasks as deemed by Operations Supervisor.

Conocimientos

Pipeline knowledge

Reading manuals

Basic math

Basic computer skills

English proficiency

Record keeping

Safety awareness

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

Sampling equipment

Descripción del empleo

Plains, a leading transportation and midstream provider, seeks a Pipeline Operator to manage pump stations and crude oil movements. You will inspect pumps, measure quality/quantity, perform DOT-related inspections and safeguard storage and custody transfers in our Texas network.

The role requires reading technical manuals, basic math/PC skills, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions. Some travel and on-call work are expected.