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Operator

Location: 

Drayton Valley, AB, CA, T7A 0B1

Requisition ID:  28559

Work Arrangement: Hybrid 

Department: Operations Central Function 

 

Pembina Pipeline Corporation is a dynamic energy transportation and midstream provider, serving customers for more than 65 years. Chances are, we do more than you think. We own pipelines that transport hydrocarbon liquids and natural gas products produced primarily in Western Canada. We also own gathering and processing facilities and an oil and natural gas liquids infrastructure and logistics business. Our operations along the hydrocarbon value chain allow us to offer a full state of midstream and marketing services to our customers in the energy industry. 

 

We are an organization that cares not only about results, but how those results are achieved. Our organization is grounded in the values of Safe, Trustworthy, Respectful, Collaborative and Entrepreneurial Pembina has a diverse and inclusive working environment that provides employees with a positive and engageing work experience where they are recognized and empowered. Learn more about our values and strategy. 

 

We value the safety of our communities, customers, contractors and employees, and believe that all incidents are preventable. Compliance with all policies, procedures and regulations is a requirement, and our Life Saving Rules are basic rules. Working for Pembina means working safely. 

 

Overview:

Pembina is actively hiring for a 12-month Term Operator to join the team in the Drayton Valley Office. The Position reports to an Area Foreman in Drayton Valley and is responsible for providing technical support on maintenance and commissioning of old and new equipment. The Operator position is geared towards those who are hardworking, self-motivated, and eager to be part of a strong operations team.

Responsibilities may include but not limited to:

  • Support Pembina’s safety culture of "Zero by Choice" and the “Life Saving Rules”. To read more about our Life Saving Rules, visit pembina.com/safety;
  • Assist with installation, commissioning, start up, and maintenance of new equipment;
  • Responsible for after-hours Call Outs responding to equipment and/or operational problems; 
  • Supervise contractors;
  • Perform Gathering of LVP and HVP samples for Spot Sampling and Regularly Scheduled work orders;
  • Perform Sample Analysis in the dedicated Field Lab. Ensure cleanliness of the field lab and ensure inventory of equipment/consumables are always sufficient;
  • Ensure Mid-Month and Month-End samples have been collected and ensure safe delivery and return of the samples to and from third-party Labs;
  • Perform Month-End BS&W Validations at the dedicated Field Lab;
  • Communication with Area foreman for Product Quality Violations and Production Outages;
  • Perform equipment and equipment system inspections and routine maintenance of facility equipment;
  • Input work orders, isolations, lockouts, and safe work permits for the facilitation of operations and maintenance activities;
  • Operate local pumps, valves, pipeline pigging systems and other facility equipment;
  • Assist on new projects and commissioning activities;
  • Assist and respond to Alberta one calls in the Drayton Valley area;
  • Provide technical support on new projects and management of change (MOC);
  • Submit Notifications for required maintenance repairs or non-routine sampling activities;
  • Perform product quality and measurement related tasks such as Product sampling and meter proving; and
  • Actively participate and support an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications:

  • Industry experience in pipeline field operations is considered an asset, with a strong ability to quickly learn operational processes and field practices;
  • High School Diploma or equivalent, with demonstrated learning agility and openness to developing new technical skills;
  • Working knowledge of MS Office applications, or the ability to rapidly learn and apply new systems and tools;
  • Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the capacity to absorb information quickly and apply feedback effectively;
  • Experience with SAP is an asset; candidates with the aptitude and motivation to learn SAP quickly are encouraged to apply;
  • Valid Class 5 Driver’s License; and
  • Safety certifications (TDG, H2S Alive, First Aid) are an asset; comprehensive training will be provided to successful candidates who are eager and able to learn.

 

This position is considered “Safety Sensitive” and so will require Pre-Employment Drug & Alcohol Testing which includes testing for marijuana metabolites.  You will also be required to provide a Driver’s Abstract.

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  • The successful candidate must live within 50 km of Drayton Valley, AB.

     

 

The successful candidate must be legally able to work in the country of the position. The final candidate will be required to undergo Pre-Employment Background Checks including a Criminal Record Check. 

 

This position is scheduled to be posted until end of day: 04/07/2026. In rare circumstances, a position may be posted for less time if there has been significant interest in the role. 

 

Our expectations are high, and our total rewards package reflects this.

 

Diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences contribute to our collective success and enrich our workplace culture. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. If you're contacted to set up an interview and you require accessibility accommodations, please let your Talent Acquisition Advisor know at that time. 

 

No agency calls please. 

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