Pipeline Operator I: Start a Career in Oil Transport

Plains; Crane (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Plains seeks a Pipeline Operator to oversee movements of crude oil, inspect pumps and valves, and ensure accurate measurement and custody transfer with carriers and customers. The role requires reading manuals, basic math, and strong record keeping in a fast-paced, on-site environment.

You will perform routine inspections, maintain DOT compliance, and coordinate with the Control Center while handling scheduling, safety, and security tasks across field facilities.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Must have a valid driver’s license to drive company vehicles.
• Must be organized and proficient in record keeping.

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; and is 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 run pipeline pigs as needed.
• Perform other pipeline related tasks or projects as deemed necessary by Operations Supervisor.

Skills

Pipeline knowledge

Reading manuals

Basic math

Computer/PC skills

Fluid flow calculation

Batch scheduling

Driver's license

English (read & write)

Record keeping

Haz-Mat training

DOT compliance

Independent work

On-call rotation

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Plains seeks a Pipeline Operator to oversee movements of crude oil, inspect pumps and valves, and ensure accurate measurement and custody transfer with carriers and customers. The role requires reading manuals, basic math, and strong record keeping in a fast-paced, on-site environment.

You will perform routine inspections, maintain DOT compliance, and coordinate with the Control Center while handling scheduling, safety, and security tasks across field facilities.