Terminal & Pipeline Ops Apprentice

Buckeye Partners Lp; Council Bluffs, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckeye Partners Lp in Council Bluffs, IA invites applicants for an Apprentice Terminal Operator to learn terminal, pipeline, marine and rail operations in the Oil & Gas industry.

You will train on receipt, storage, distribution, inventory control and compliance with Coast Guard and environmental regulations. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and readiness for overtime and on-call duties.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 0-2+ years related experience in terminal, pipeline or marine operations preferred.
• Familiarity with pumps, meters, truck loading rack, and dock facility preferred.
• General knowledge of the petroleum industry is helpful.
• Valid driver’s licenses required.

Responsibilities

• Train and apply knowledge for maintenance of the terminal loading rack and equipment.
• Learn to receive, store, and distribute petroleum products via pipeline, rail and marine.
• Stay aware of environmental and safety regulations (Coast Guard, state, federal).
• Maintain good relationships with terminal customers and respond to inquiries.
• Assist in emergency response drills and inventory control investigations.
• Support pipeline and marine duties as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Inventory control systems

Truck rack automation

Pipeline operations knowledge

Job description

Buckeye Partners Lp in Council Bluffs, IA invites applicants for an Apprentice Terminal Operator to learn terminal, pipeline, marine and rail operations in the Oil & Gas industry.

You will train on receipt, storage, distribution, inventory control and compliance with Coast Guard and environmental regulations. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and readiness for overtime and on-call duties.