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Pipeline Operator

Port Arthur, Texas

R000061923

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At Chevron, we put our people first. At the core of our success lies a commitment to delivering impeccable operations and maintenance. From upholding the physical well-being of our community to constantly innovating for enhancements, we are dedicated to supporting a sustainable energy future with the right team members.

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At Chevron, we are dedicated to the success of our teams – we believe these attributes enhance the team to thrive in a competitive, safety-focused environment while collaborating for individual growth and advancement.

  • Team player
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  • Detail-oriented
  • Self-starter
  • Adaptable

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  • Step into Chevron each day for a hands-on opportunity to collectively grow, collaborate with enthusiasm, and enhance your skills.

    Join the journey to elevate our energy company's global reputation, where our outstanding people, strong partnerships, and top-tier performance take center stage.

    Built on empowering values, Chevron encourages connections not only within your team but also within the communities and environments we proudly serve.

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Yep, we’ve got the same benefits all those fancy office jobs have. And more. When you have everything you need, you can go a lot further than you’d ever expect.

  • medical and financial

    • Medical, Dental, and Vision care coverage
    • Retirement and Savings Plans
    • Domestic Partner Benefits
    • Annual Incentive Awards
    • Disability, Life, and Accident Insurance
    • Education Assistance and Support

  • learning and development

    • Advanced hands-on training and Career Development
    • Internal Promotion Opportunities

  • work-life balance success

    • Paid vacations and holiday
    • Access to counseling services and treatment facilities
    • Programs to help you balance your work and personal life
    • Health and wellness resources and programs, including fitness centers at many major locations

Pipeline Operator

Port Arthur, Texas

R000061923

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Chevron is accepting online applications for the position of Pipeline Operator at Port Arthur, TX through March 31st, 2025, through 11.59pm

Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

Assisting in a variety of operational, mechanical, technical, and electrical tasks as required.

• Operate and service motor vehicles in support of pipeline activities.

• Assist in a variety of operating skills tasks which may include setting and verifying valve and

manifold line-ups, maintaining and cleaning equipment, changing orifice plates and blinds, meter

proving, monitoring the cathodic protection systems.

• Perform routine housekeeping in shop, field and control room work areas.

• May perform limited carpentry, masonry, painting and insulating work.

• Clear, mark and maintain right-of-ways including identifying encroachments, marking lines,

clearing brush, and painting markers. Perform routine compliance inspections.

• Assist with performing a variety of functions for third party excavations near assigned facilities

including; line-marking, line riding, witnessing line crossings to ensure our facilities are protected,

performing basic pipeline coating repair and documenting appropriate data.

• Assist with inspecting pipeline crossings (exposed pipe) and third-party crossings.

• Assist with the launching and receiving of pigs.

• Respond appropriately to emergency situations and assist other team members in conducting

hypothetical drills.

• Inspect fire and other safety equipment and systems to ensure that they are maintained and

operational.

• Perform basic safety duties such as fire-watch and safety monitor.

• Maintain and assist with minor repairs to pipelines and pipeline equipment.

• Assist with simple lockout/tagout procedures for piping and equipment repairs.

• Learn and use basic SAP-PM functions including accessing and reviewing their work and

creating notifications.

• Visually inspect the condition of equipment and pipelines to ensure that equipment is running

within design limits and is properly maintained.

Other Responsibilities as Assigned by Management: Specifically learn and perform the following

daily work processes:

• The location of pipeline facilities, manifolds, block valves and right-of-ways of assigned pipeline

system or system segment(s)

• Basic quality, tools, and methods and the concepts of customer focus and business profit

orientation

• Basic math, computer, data collection and information management systems skills and

techniques

• Routine operation and maintenance skills associated with assigned pipeline system(s) or system

segment

• Basic technical principles associated with routine operation and maintenance skills of assigned

pipeline system or system segment(s)

• Exhibit safety related behaviors consistent with Chevron Pipe Line’s culture

Required Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Must have a minimum of 2 years’ pipeline or industry related experience.
  • Hazwoper Level III & V certification required. If not currently certified, must become certified
  • within 1 year of hire, and certifications must be maintained.
  • Prior to performing any DOT covered tasks, must meet DOT requirements for operator
  • qualification.
  • Valid Driver's License Required- No DWI/DUI 3 years. No more than 1 moving violation in past 2
  • years. DMV records will be checked.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Work experience in operations (particularly pipeline operations), or in a military environment

Relocation will not be considered.

Expatriates will not be considered.

Important Note: Assessment

According to the job description, candidates have a 72-hour window to complete the online assessment. Unfortunately, if your 72 hours have elapsed, the testing period for this job opening has ended.

We encourage you to continue to apply for positions that match your interests at http://careers.chevron.com/

Your SHL Assessment score remains valid for a year, so it will be considered for any position that requires such an assessment. The application instructions will guide you to click a link, enabling your current valid score to automatically fill in your new application. After the job posting closes, we'll inform you about your score.

We encourage you to continue to apply for positions that match your interests at http://careers.chevron.com/

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Chevron is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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