What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pipeliner position at Plains?
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RegularPlains 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.
This position will perform inspections, maintenance and repairs on specified pipeline assets 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.
- Assists in pipeline construction and maintenance.
- Acts as relief for Station Operators as requested.
- Locates and marks pipelines with locator and respond to “one call” system.
- Cooperates with operations personnel during DOT required inspections.
- Performs duties related to pipeline construction and maintenance
- Performs routine and non-routine maintenance, upkeep, and cleaning of station, pipeline, and terminal facilities.
- Assists in 24/7 Emergency Response.
- Complies with all job-related Plains safety policies and procedures.
- Assists with any other pipeline related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 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 U.S. 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.
- Ability to work in team environment.
Preferred
Petroleum industry experience
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.
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