Job description
Plains All American (PAA) is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil and natural gas liquids (NGLs). We own an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key crude oil and NGL producing basins and transportation corridors and at major market hubs in the United States and Canada. On average, PAA handles more than 6 million barrels per day of crude oil and NGL in its Transportation segment. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
We are looking for highly-motivated individuals who enjoy working as part of a team in a dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment. Our Operations department is a talented group of professionals who are committed to conducting our business in a manner that ensures the safety and security of the public, our employees and contractors, our assets, and the environment. We want consistent and predictable operations done the right way, every time.
Job Purpose/Summary:
This position will perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs on specified pipeline assets with minimal supervision and assists in other areas of pipeline operations depending upon experience level.
Job Responsibilities
- Cleans and maintains pipeline right-of-ways.
- Conducts repairs including ILI verification digs, pipeline change outs, re-coats, etc.
- Installs and removes pipeline pigs regularly.
- Assists in ILI smart tool installation, tracking and extraction.
- Acts as relief for Pipeline or Terminal Operators as requested.
- Locates and marks pipelines with locator and responds to “one call” system.
- Cooperates with operations personnel during DOT required inspections.
- Complies with all job-related Plains safety policies and procedures.
- Performs routine and non-routine maintenance, upkeep, and cleaning of station, pipeline, and terminal facilities.
- Performs duties related to pipeline construction and maintenance.
- Assists in pipeline construction and maintenance.
- Assists in 24/7 Emergency Response.
- Performs Lock-Out-Tag-Out procedures.
- Assists with any other pipeline related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum 1 year of relevant work experience.
- Ability to speak, read and write English.
- Proficient in power tool operation – i.e., compressors, power sprayers/tools.
- Ability to read and interpret pipeline maps and drawings.
- Basic computer skills: Excel, Microsoft Office, Word, etc.
- Must be familiar with PHMSA and OSHA regulations.
- Ability to successfully complete company Haz-Mat training, required DOT operator qualifications to perform pipeline mechanical operations and mandatory safety training.
- Must have a valid U.S. driver's license.
- Must have an outstanding safety record.
- Ability to work in moderate to heavy physically demanding working conditions, including working outdoors in an open environment with extremes of heat and cold.
- Ability to work in team environment.
Qualifications:
- Valid driver’s 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 D&A testing
Our employees drive our success. At PAA hard work is rewarded with competitive compensation and a top-tier benefits program designed to keep you safe, healthy and happy. We work hard to deliver the best results to our stakeholders and we also respect our employees need for personal and family time, which is reflected in our great benefits program.
Salary details estimated by job boards such as Indeed, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn do not represent Plains’ compensation structure. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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