Apprentice Pipeliner

About the role

Buckeye Partners is seeking an Apprentice Pipeliner with experience in terminal, pipeline or plant operations to join our team. The role is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment and pipeline and terminal facilities with little direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Timeframe: 0 – 18 months.
  • Right of Way: Learning the company’s damage prevention program including One Calls, Right of Way investigations and maintenance, 3rd Party Crossings, Property Owner awareness activities, as required.
  • Performing duties under the supervision of a Pipeliner: A. Introduction to Regulatory Compliance: Learning environmental regulations, safety directives and operating procedures so that the Company can assure compliance. Ensuring that management is apprised of any area or issue that should be addressed regarding regulatory compliance including environmental, health and safety.
  • Customer Service: Maintaining a good relationship with all customers and respond to their inquiries and needs as required.
  • Introduction to Documentation: Learning to maintain accurate and appropriate documentation on all work performed.
  • Training on Emergency Response: Attend 24-hour new employee Haz-whopper training for emergency response.
  • Introduction to Cathodic Protection: Learning the company’s Cathodic Protection theory, including inspecting Cathodic Protection systems for tanks, performing corrosion probes, installing and maintaining test leads, taking Cathodic Protection measurements and inspecting and testing insulating devices, as required.
  • Pipeline Operations: Obtain a full working knowledge and understanding of pipeline operations.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Related experience in terminal, pipeline or plant operations required.
• General knowledge or experience in the petroleum industry is required.
• Up to 15% travel required.

Position Requirements

• Strong mechanical aptitude and excellent analytical skills.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Work well under pressure and have a strong commitment to safety.

Physical & Safety Requirements

• Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions.
• Moves inside the office to access file cabinets, office equipment, etc.
• Communicates with supervision and co-workers via VHF radio and hand signals, or cell phone.
• Wears Fire Retardant Clothing (FRC) and/or Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required in hazardous areas.
• Must be able and willing to spend on average 90% of ones time on his/her feet.
• Must be able to lift large, heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds 10 to 20 times per day on average.
• Requires occasional movement inside the office to access file cabinets, office equipment, etc.
• Requires the ability to climb ladders (approx. 50 feet) and work comfortably and safely at heights for extended periods of time.
• Subject to DOT drug and alcohol regulations.

About You

• Demonstrated commitment to environmental responsibility and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent communication, both written and verbal, as well as strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise tact, discretion, and professionalism when dealing with internal and external customers, and when handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Commitment to the Buckeye culture of environmental responsibility, regulatory compliance, and innovation.
• Collaboration, inclusion, empowerment, accountability, and professional development.
• Desire to bring out the best in oneself and others.