Pipeliner II

Overview

Job Type: Regular. Plains is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil. We own an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key oil producing basins and transportation corridors and at major market hubs in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

We’re on the lookout for passionate self‑starters who thrive in fast‑moving, collaborative, and innovative environments. The Pipeliner II role is responsible to perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs on specified pipeline assets with minimal supervision, and will assist in other areas of pipeline operations depending upon experience level. This is a field-based role with frequent work in open environments with extremes of heat and cold, often in proximity to high voltage and/or chemicals, which requires safety accommodations such as protective clothing and equipment.

This role is subject to callouts for work associated with Plains field operations and/or emergency response.

• Performance of all Pipeliner I responsibilities and work tasks with minimal supervision.
• Perform routine and non-routine maintenance, upkeep, and cleaning of station, pipeline, and terminal facilities.
• Perform duties related to pipeline construction and maintenance.
• Clean and maintain pipeline rights-of-way.
• Conduct repairs including ILI verification digs, pipeline change outs, re-coats, etc.
• Assist in pipeline tank blinding.
• Install and remove pipeline pigs regularly.
• Assist in ILI smart tool installation, tracking and extraction.
• Act as relief for Pipeline or Terminal Operators as requested.
• Locate and mark pipelines with locator and respond to “one call” system.
• Cooperate with operations personnel during DOT required inspections.
• Comply with all job-related Plains safety policies and procedures.
• Assist in pipeline construction and maintenance.
• Demonstrate safe work practices following Plains’ safety policies and procedures.
• Assist in 24/7 Emergency Response.
• Perform Lock-Out-Tag-Out procedures.
• Assist with any other pipeline related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum two (2) years of relevant work experience at the prior level.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English.
• Ability to read and interpret pipeline maps, technical drawings, and technical schematics.
• Ability to work in a team-based work environment, with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in power tool operation – i.e., compressors, power sprayers/tools.
• Must have basic computer skills:
  Excel, Microsoft Office, Word, etc.
• Must be familiar with PHMSA and OSHA regulations.
• Must have an outstanding safety record.
• Ability to successfully complete company Haz-Mat training, required DOT operator qualifications to perform pipeline mechanical operations, and mandatory safety training.
• Ability to work in moderate to heavy physically demanding working conditions, including working outdoors in an open environment with extremes of heat and cold.

• Valid US drivers’ license with a clean abstract.
• Cleared criminal history (background) and satisfactory reference checks.
• Compliance with the Company’s drug and alcohol policy including pre-employment screening.
• This position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of their employment.

At Plains, our employees are our most valuable asset. Hard work is rewarded with competitive compensation and a top-tier benefits program designed to keep our employees safe, healthy and happy. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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