Job Description

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Plains All American 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, Plains 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.

The Pipeliner I role is an entry-level maintenance position responsible to perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs on specified pipeline assets under normal 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.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in routine and non-routine maintenance, upkeep, and cleaning of station, pipeline, and terminal facilities.
• Clean and maintain pipeline right-of-ways.
• Assist in pipeline repairs including ILI verification digs, pipeline change outs, re-coats, etc.
• Assists with DOT required inspections.
• Work to ensure Plains safety policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Assist in 24/7 Emergency Response.
• Assist in pipeline construction and maintenance.
• Act as relief for Station Operators as requested.
• Locate and mark pipelines with locator and respond to “one call” system.
• Assists with any other pipeline related duties as assigned.

​Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years petroleum industry experience is preferred.
• Ability to speak read and write English.
• Must have mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of basic hand tools.
• Ability to read and interpret pipeline maps and drawings.
• Basic computer skills: Excel, Microsoft Office, Word, etc.
• 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 driver's license.
• Ability to work in moderate to heavy physically demanding working conditions, including working outdoors in an open environment with extremes of heat and cold.
• Must have an outstanding safety record.
• Ability to work in team environment.

Qualifications:

• 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.

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 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 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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