Field Operator II
Listed on 2026-06-13
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Energy/Power Generation
Field/Service Technician, Energy Management/ Efficiency
Posting End Date
June 19, 2026
Employee TypeRegular-Full time
Union/NonThis is a non-union position
Job OverviewStep into a critical, hands-on role where your expertise directly supports the safe, reliable operation of pipeline systems. As a Field Operator II, you’ll perform complex maintenance, respond to high-priority situations, and help protect people, communities, and the environment—while working across mainline piping, terminals, and station facilities. Your work will play a key role in ensuring operational excellence and regulatory compliance every day.
WhatYou Will Do
- Perform high-risk, high-value pipeline maintenance and repairs (including emergency repairs and open system work) in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Inspect, operate, and maintain pipeline systems and equipment, including valves, buried pipe, and pigging operations, while troubleshooting and resolving issues in the field.
- Support damage prevention activities by responding to one-calls, completing line locates, and safely monitoring third-party excavation and pipeline crossings.
- Execute regulatory and preventative maintenance programs, including inspections, calibrations, quality control sampling, and facility security checks.
- Lead safe work execution by completing hazard assessments, issuing work permits, applying energy isolation (LOTO), and maintaining strict adherence to safety standards.
- Respond to emergencies along the pipeline corridor, supporting containment, repair, cleanup, and preventative actions to mitigate risk to people and the environment.
- Collaborate with contractors, regulators, and internal teams, represent the company professionally, and provide leadership and oversight when required.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 1-2 years of applicable training or experience.
- Basic understanding and use of computers.
- Must have a valid driver’s license, a good driving record.
- DOT Medical Certification Card or eligibility to acquire.
- 1-2 years of experience in operations or maintenance for a crude oil pipeline, tank farm, or delivery facility is preferred.
- Work takes place in both field and office settings, with regular travel that sometimes requires overnight lodging.
- Regular travel along the pipeline right of way and to construction locations.
- Overtime and flexibility when required to manage multiple projects, emergency response operations, adverse weather conditions, work priorities, fieldwork schedules, and out-of-town travel.
- Shifting priorities to meet changing directions.
- Position may require quick decision-making under intense conditions. Position also requires a working knowledge of field and office diplomacy and maintaining relationships with external collaborators.
- Works independently with little day-to-day direction.
- Time commitments may extend beyond normal working hours.
Grasping, kneeling, light – moderate lifting (objects up to 50 pounds), reaching above shoulder, repetitive motion, typing, sitting, standing, visual requirement (able to see screens, detect color coding, read fine print), hearing requirement and the ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time.
Mental RequirementsAbility to: understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information, understand complex problems and collaborate/explore alternative solutions, organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology, organize and prioritize work schedule on a short-term basis, make decisions which have moderate impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside this area, understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines, complete routine forms, compose letters, outlines, memoranda and basic reports and communicate with individuals via telephone.
Benefits- A flexible benefits program that allows each employee to select the level of coverage needed for their family in the areas of health, dental, insurance and disability.
- A paid maternity and parental leave benefit that offers up to 20 weeks of paid leave for birth-giving parents and up to 12 weeks for other eligible parents, providing flexibility and support during…
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