Pipeline Technician

Job Overview

We are looking for a Pipeline Facilities Operator to support our Suncor Energy USA Pipelines team by safely operating and maintaining equipment to ensure optimum reliability and availability of our assets.

Fort Lupton, Colorado. Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000.

• Annual incentive bonus program with a 20% target.
• 401(k) plan with up to a 6% vested match.
• Pre‑tax, Roth, and post‑tax options.
• Automatic 1.5% profit sharing contribution.
• Suncor‑funded cash balance defined benefit pension plan (vests in 3 years).
• Competitive and flexible employee benefits package, including 3 medical options (including HSA and FSA), 2 dental options, vision coverage, and an Employee Assistance Plan.
• Generous time‑off: 3 to 4 weeks vacation (based on credited prior experience) plus 12 personal paid time‑off days annually.
• Talent development programs: internal mobility, succession planning, and employee training and development.

• 3 years of field experience with Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). for pipeline operations and maintenance.
• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
• Demonstrated technical knowledge and hands‑on experience with communication and control systems, digital and analog circuitry, pumps, motors, valves, and medium‑voltage equipment.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting electrical and electronic drawings, including schematics, P&IDs, ladder logic diagrams, and one‑line diagrams.
• Experience with Allen Bradley PLC and Control systems preferred.

• 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 complying with procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Accurately complete all assigned required regulatory Department of Transportation  Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE) reports.
• Perform safety checks and inspections, report incidents, and follow up as required.
• Serve as a first responder to pipeline emergencies and account for people in their area.
• Understand and participate in procedures and programs intended for both personal safety and pipeline safety.
• Perform rotating equipment, electrical, instrumentation and PLC maintenance, repairs and upgrades.

Must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.A. Valid driver's license with a clean driver's abstract. Ability to travel to field locations as required. Ability to obtain and maintain all certifications for Operator Qualifications, Safety, and other regulatory requirements. Perform heavy lifting, use ladders and work on elevated work sites such as scaffolds and towers with the ability to work in indoor, outdoor, and confined spaces.

Regular 40‑hour work week, Monday to Friday, with potential extended work hours based on business needs.

Suncor is committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and building an inclusive, results‑oriented and high‑performance culture where all employees feel safe, valued and respected.