The Pipeline Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant receipt and shipment of petroleum products across the DOT-regulated pipeline system. This role performs and supports day-to-day pipeline operations, maintenance, accounting, safety, and environmental activities in accordance with established Company and governmental regulations, and provides operational coverage in the temporary absence of the Facility Manager. The position is central to protecting pipeline integrity, ensuring regulatory compliance, and minimizing risk to public safety, the environment, and Company liability.
Principal Responsibilities:
- Respond to scheduled and after-hours operational and emergency calls on a 24-hour-per-day, 7-day-per-week basis, including participation in the Emergency One-Call Program through the National Ticket Management System (NTMS).
- Utilize the Pipeline SCADA system to continuously monitor for leaks, verify that line balance is accurately reported, and ensure all pipeline equipment is operated within its system design parameters.
- Prepare and distribute daily shipping reports, pipeline balance reports, and Omni flow meter ticket reports to the appropriate departments as required.
- Monitor right-of-way (ROW) construction activity in accordance with Company procedures and properly mark out the pipeline in preparation for construction work that could affect pipeline integrity.
- Coordinate with Central Control Operations prior to the start and end of any normal or emergency maintenance activity to ensure safe, controlled execution.
- Sample and analyze product, and install and remove corrosion coupons, in accordance with established Company procedures.
- Maintain pipeline equipment, both mechanical and electrical, in clean and good working order, and ensure all environmental and safety equipment is functioning properly.
- Conduct safety watches with outside contractors as directed by the Pipeline Manager, and manage contractors during projects as needed.
- Ensure Company vehicles and equipment are kept clean, properly maintained, and ready for service.
- Keep the overall appearance of pipeline facilities free of trash and debris, and ensure the ROW is mowed when appropriate.
- Train new personnel as needed and support the development of operational knowledge across the team.
- Maintain compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations to reduce risk to public safety and the environment and to minimize Company liability, recognizing that noncompliance can result in financial penalties, fines, and possible criminal penalties.
- Improve operational efficiency and financial profitability through well-maintained facilities and disciplined adherence to operating procedures.
- Serve as a self-starter, willing to adapt to changing conditions and take direction from supervisors, while independently conducting job accountabilities with limited supervision.
- Provide operational, maintenance, safety, and environmental coverage in the temporary absence of the Facility Manager.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support overall pipeline operations.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Valid state driver’s license required to operate Company vehicles.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to independently proof work for accuracy.
- Excellent PC skills, with proficiency in Microsoft products; experience with Allen-Bradley, Wonderware, and GE Cimplicity/Proficy programs preferred.
- Strong initiative and organizational ability, with the capacity to meet deadlines, establish priorities, and manage time and scheduling effectively.
- Ability to work successfully in stressful situations, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and conduct job accountabilities with limited supervision.
- Ability to take direction from supervisors and maintain effective working relationships with all Company personnel, third-party excavators, emergency responders, and contract personnel.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in pipeline operations or similar industry experience.
- DOT Operator Qualifications for Liquid and Gas.
- Spill response training for pipeline operations
- AMTRAK Contractor Safety Training is.
- DOT Operator Qualifications for Liquid and Gas.
- Fire training and prior emergency/spill response experience in a pipeline environment.
- Experience with pipeline SCADA systems and familiarity with the National Ticket Management System (NTMS) One-Call program.
This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not exhaustive. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. In-person attendance is required. This position is subject to pre-employment and random drug/alcohol testing.
We thank all respondents for their interest in PBF Holding Company LLC (“PBF Energy”), however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please no phone calls or emails to any employee of PBF Energy about this requisition. Placement agencies or recruiters need not respond. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee of PBF Energy via email, the Internet or in any method without a valid written search agreement will be deemed the sole property of PBF Energy. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by PBF Energy as a result of the referral or through other means.
PBF Energy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, reproductive health decision making, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, age, veteran and military status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations as required by law.
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