Pipeline Technician (6-Month Temporary Term) at Plains All American Pipeline

Rimbey, Alberta, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Oil and Gas, Midstream, PetroleumIndustries

Requirements

  • Ability to perform all Pipeline Technician responsibilities and work tasks with minimal supervision
  • Willingness to work frequent shifts in open environments with extremes of heat and cold, often in proximity to high voltage and/or chemicals, requiring safety accommodations such as protective clothing and equipment
  • Availability for callouts associated with field operations and/or emergency response
  • Highly-motivated individual who enjoys working as part of a team in a dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment

Responsibilities

  • Performs daily inspections and minor maintenance on tanks, valves, vehicles, and other equipment
  • Calibrates and performs minor maintenance on safety, spill response and measurement equipment
  • Ensures daily security and SPCC/EPA or similar regulatory inspections are performed
  • Monitors and maintains station activity reporting and related documentation to include a variety of reports and records covering readings, over/short documentation, and oil movement orders
  • Controls pipeline inlet and outlet product flows during normal operations and responds effectively to abnormal and emergency conditions
  • Completes pipeline and facility checks, reporting abnormal conditions and troubleshooting as necessary
  • Safely operates all facility rotating equipment and valves, LACT and metering systems, and hydrocarbon drain systems, reporting abnormal conditions and troubleshooting as necessary
  • Performs basic troubleshooting and repairs on pumps, motors, injectors, valves, meters and other associated pipeline and terminal equipment
  • Creates and uses Energy Isolation Plans to prepare equipment and piping and ensures zero energy before releasing equipment to maintenance; accepts equipment and piping at maintenance completion
  • Completes daily over / short reporting on assigned areas and identifies problems or signs of issues; assists in product loss/gain investigations as needed
  • Assists in the training of new employees
  • Identifies and prevents potential conflicts or operational problems, including reviewing operations schedules such as shift schedules, product movements, vessel movement, etc. to prevent conflicts
  • Directs and / or supervises company hired contractors and assists in conducting contractor safety tail gate meetings
  • Provides an active role within the Incident Command System (inferred from truncated description)

Skills

Pipeline Operations
Terminal Maintenance
Tank Operations
Pumping Equipment
Processing Equipment
Custody Transfer
Product Gauging
Quality Assessment
Facility Maintenance
Safety Protocols
Emergency Response
Callouts

Plains All American Pipeline

Operates pipelines and storage for energy

About Plains All American Pipeline

Plains All American Pipeline specializes in midstream energy infrastructure, focusing on the transportation, storage, and management of crude oil, natural gas liquids (NGL), and natural gas. The company operates an extensive network of pipelines, terminals, and storage facilities across the United States and Canada, serving energy producers and refiners who require efficient movement of large quantities of these resources. Their business model is based on providing logistics services, generating revenue through fees for transporting and storing these products, which offers more predictable income compared to fluctuating energy prices. Plains All American also provides terminalling services, allowing for the storage and blending of crude oil and NGLs to meet client specifications. The company prioritizes strong customer relationships and aims to deliver reliable services while also offering diverse career opportunities for its employees.

Houston, TexasHeadquarters
N/AYear Founded
IPOCompany Stage
EnergyIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Vacation
Hybrid Work Options
Unlimited Paid Time Off

Risks

Increased competition from Pacific Energy Partners may lead to integration challenges.
$650 million debt offering raises financial leverage and interest obligations.
Stringent environmental regulations could increase compliance costs and operational restrictions.

Differentiation

Plains All American operates a vast network of pipelines and storage facilities.
The company focuses on a fee-based model, ensuring steady revenue streams.
They provide crucial logistics services, bridging upstream production and downstream refining.

Upsides

Expansion of the Permian Basin boosts demand for pipeline transportation services.
Technological advancements improve operational efficiency and safety, reducing costs.
Growing interest in carbon capture presents new infrastructure opportunities for CO2 transportation.

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