Pipeline Technician Trainee

Sunoco LP; Melville (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to join their team in maintaining and repairing pipelines and related equipment. This role is vital to ensuring the efficiency and safety of gas and liquid facilities. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills, a mechanical aptitude, and a proactive approach to work. You will be part of a team that values safety and excellence, working in a dynamic environment that offers opportunities for growth and development. If you are passionate about energy infrastructure and thrive in a challenging role, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with a safe driving record.
• Ability to work independently and exercise good judgement.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain pipelines, valves, and pumps efficiently.
• Conduct damage prevention activities and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with contractors and public agencies for pipeline operations.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Self-Starter

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Sunoco LP is a leading energy infrastructure and fuel distribution master limited partnership operating across 47 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Europe, and Mexico. The Partnership's midstream operations include an extensive network of approximately 9,500 miles of pipeline and over 100 terminals. This critical infrastructure complements the Partnership's fuel distribution operations, which serve approximately 10,000 convenience stores, independent dealers, commercial customers, and distributors.

At Sunoco, we take great pride in what we do and wholeheartedly believe our employees drive success for our company and our customers. We are always looking for the best and brightest talent and we are committed to making your job a challenging and rewarding experience.

Summary:

This position will repair and maintain pipelines, equipment, and performance of work associated with the operation and maintenance of gas and liquid facilities and pipelines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The essential job duties for this position are listed below:

• Inspect, maintain, and operate facilities including pipelines, valves, filters, pumps, gas compressors, storage tanks, and pump station equipment in a reliable and efficient manner while in compliance with the Partnership's procedures and regulatory requirements


• Conduct Damage Prevention activities including pipeline patrols, one-calls, locating and marking pipelines, and inspecting line crossings, excavations, and other activities affecting the pipeline


• Maintain working knowledge of regulatory requirements, perform required tasks, and complete associated documentation (OSHA, DOT, EPA, etc.)


• Plan, organize, and prioritize assigned responsibilities and coordinate work with employees and contractors


• Coordinate and communicate with outside parties including landowners, public agencies, contractors, utilities, and other pipeline operators


• Actively participate and provide leadership in safety programs and initiatives and follow policies and procedures


• Provide on-call support for areas of responsibility on a rotating basis


• Comply with partnership safety policies and procedures


• Perform energy isolation lockout/tagout procedures (LOTO)

Required Education:

• High school diploma or GED preferred

Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level:

• Level C requires a minimum of 0 - 2 years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience


• Level B requires a minimum of 2 - 4 years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience


• Level A requires a minimum of 4+ years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience

Required Qualifications:

• Valid driver's license with demonstrated safe driving record


• Excellent organizational skills


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a group environment


• Demonstrated self-starter with the ability to work independently and exercise good judgement

Preferred Qualifications:

• Mechanical aptitude with ability to learn and perform operation and maintenance tasks associated with various types of facilities and equipment


• Proficiency with computers including MS Office applications such as Excel and Outlook as well as other computer based work training, time reporting, expense reporting, and on-line work applications and documentation

Working Conditions and Requirements:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

1. Frequent exposure to heat, cold, and other adverse weather conditions


2. Work in and around industrial and construction settings, which may include hazardous products, processes, materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment


3. Frequent heavy lifting with and without assistance


4. Work on and around equipment and facilities that require knowledge of and adherence to safe work procedures and practices


5. Subject to call-outs to respond to operational issues and emergencies after working hours, at night, and on weekends and holidays


6. Reliable attendance at work


7. Occasional overnight travel may be required