Plains is seeking a Pipeline Controller for our Midland, Texas, location. This role requires operating pipelines remotely from our pipeline control center via Plains’ SCADA system, monitoring pressure, flow, temperature, and tank levels, and responding to alarm conditions. Strong communication skills and ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule are critical.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Knowledge of pipeline operations including gauging, station operations, hydraulics, etc.
- Minimum experience level would include operational experience from field level job or exceptional aptitude for Control Center work
- Able to read, write, and comprehend English
- Good mathematics skills
- Able to focus and switch from task to task as required
- Able to complete and pass Operator Qualification Training as required by Plains and the Department of Transportation (DOT)
- Basic knowledge of pipeline operations with the ability to monitor flows, pressures, and tank levels at various stations as well as diagnose potential problems
- Able to learn and understand the workings of the SCADA system
- Computer literate in Excel, Word, Access, and Outlook
- Able to handle stressful situations and multi-task with different operations occurring on different pipelines at the same time
- Successful Console Operator Basic Requirements Assessment (COBRA)
- Cleared criminal history (background) check and satisfactory reference checks
- Compliance with the company’s Drug & Alcohol Policy including pre-employment testing
- Valid state driver's license and driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers
- This position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of their employment
Benefits
- Top-tier group benefit plan for employees and their eligible dependents
- Generous parental leave
