Technician II

Buckeye Partners Lp; Wayne (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckeye Partners Lp is seeking a Technician II in Wayne, MI to maintain, troubleshoot and repair pipeline and terminal facilities. You will perform operations at pump stations, tank farms, and delivery terminals, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance while supporting continuous improvement.

Ideal candidates hold a technical associate degree and have hands-on experience with PLCs, SCADA, and load-rack equipment, with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Two-year associate’s degree in electrical, electronic, or mechanical field or equivalent experience.
• Experience in pipeline, terminal or plant operations and maintenance.
• Experience installing/troubleshooting PLCs (B&R, Siemens, Allen Bradley) and load rack presets preferred.
• Experience in measurement of liquids or gas preferred.
• Must reside within 45 minutes driving time of the work location.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to navigate basic computer systems (Windows).
• Basic knowledge of SCADA applications and MS Office is a plus.
• Good communication, interpersonal skills, and strong analytical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance projects: troubleshooting and maintenance support for pipeline and terminal facilities in the assigned area including planning, estimating, scheduling and cost controlling.
• Compliance: performing preventive maintenance inspections per manuals and JDE system.
• Continuous education: maintaining knowledge relating to new and current technology and equipment.
• Management: procuring and managing outside contractors as required.
• Policy implementation: implementing company policies and diagrams for new or upgraded facilities.
• Product training: training Operations personnel in the use of new or modified equipment or software.
• Documentation: maintaining equipment records per company policy.
• And other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Technical aptitude

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree in electrical/electronic/mechanical

Tools

PLC troubleshooting (B&R, Siemens, Allen-Bradley)

Load rack presets (Accuload, Multiload)

SCADA

Windows / MS Office

Job description

Wayne
4400 Treadwell Road
Wayne, MI 48184, USA

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.

Role Summary

The Technician II role is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing equipment and pipeline and terminal facilities. Technicians perform routine operations and maintenance on equipment at pump stations (tank farms), remote booster stations, pipeline ROW, pipeline facilities, remote valve sites, and delivery terminals.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintenance Projects: Performing overall troubleshooting and maintenance support for pipeline and terminal facilities in the assigned area including planning, estimating, scheduling and cost controlling.
• Compliance: Performing and recording regulatory and Company policy preventative maintenance inspections and procedures as identified in the Maintenance and/or Regulatory Manuals and in JDE system.
• Continuous Education: Maintaining a high level of knowledge relating to new and current technology and equipment.
• Management: Procuring and managing the efforts of outside contractors as required.
• Policy Implementation: Implementing company policies, standards, drawings, diagrams and construction specifications for the installation of new facilities and the repair or upgrade of existing facilities.
• Product Training: Training Operations personnel and others in the use of new or modified equipment or software.
• Documentation: Maintaining equipment records and furnishing documentation per Company policy of work performed.
• And other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements & Qualifications

• Two-year associate’s degree in a technical field (electrical, electronic, or mechanical) OR the equivalent combination of education/work experience is required.
• Experience in pipeline, terminal or plant operations and maintenance is required.
• Experience installing or troubleshooting PLC’s (B&R, Siemens, Allen Bradley) and truck/rail load rack presets (Accuload, Multiload) preferred.
• Experience in Measurement of Liquids or Gas is preferred.
• Must reside within 45 minutes normal driving time of the work location.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must have the ability to navigate basic computer systems (i.e. Windows).
• Basic knowledge of SCADA applications and MS Office applications is a plus.
• Good communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Good analytical skills and technical aptitude.

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

The individual must meet medical criteria established by OSHA for emergency response. The individual must be capable of performing the physical labor required to complete the responsibilities of this position (including capability to use related tools and work equipment).

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.

Buckeye wants to create and reward an organizational focus that stimulates the creative and entrepreneurial actions of its employees that result in innovative ways of reducing costs, generating revenues, improving productivity, or improving processes.

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.

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