Operator
Sherwood Park, AB, CA, T8H 0X5
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Department: Operations 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. Cultivating a positive employee experience and promoting a diverse and inclusive environment where our employees feel engaged, recognized and empowered is foundational to our ambition of being an employer of choice. 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 that everyone should know and live by. Working for Pembina means working safely.
Overview:
Pembina Pipeline Corporation’s Conventional/Oilsands Pipeline Division is actively hiring a Pipeline Operator. Reporting to the Day Foreman and located in the Sherwood Park office locations, the Pipeline Operator you will perform a variety of pipeline operational and maintenance duties.
Pembina's Conventional/Oilsands Business Units include a strategically positioned network of pipelines and related infrastructure, encompassing various hubs and terminals. This network facilitates the transportation of crude oil, condensate, and natural gas liquids across significant areas of Alberta, as well as parts of British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and North Dakota. Pembina ranks among Canada's largest operators of oil sands and heavy oil pipelines, and its Oil Sands business unit manages one of the most extensive merchant terminal operations in western Canada. These integrated assets enable us to offer long-term, dedicated transportation services to our customers.
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;
- Complete assignments safely, efficiently and in an environmentally conscious manner by observing company and industry safety practices;
- Be responsible for maintaining daily pipeline operations including measurement concepts, product quality, facility inspections, pipeline integrity and pigging activities;
- Monitoring and maintaining Athabasca District pipeline right of ways;
- Perform and assist with pipeline maintenance activities;
- Respond to pipeline system upsets, determine cause and resolve;
- Liaise with public and other related industry companies;
- Maintain pump stations, block valve sites and company vehicle in clean orderly condition;
- Organize and manage, oversee routine and non-routine maintenance activities;
- Occasionally expected to work out of town on project work and adapt to schedule changes easily;
- Comfortable with an on-call rotation associated with the responsibilities;
- Support and participate in a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace; and
- Other duties as requested.
Qualifications:
- A High School Diploma or equivalent;
- Minimum of 5+ years of related experience (pipeline, gas plant, refinery, or production);
- Experience in ground disturbance and underground facility locating would be considered an asset;
- Ability to read and interpret pipeline related construction drawings, schematics and alignment drawings;
- Collaborative, excellent organizational and detailed capabilities;
- Agility in pivoting from competing priorities;
- Flexibility nature in providing on going demands;
- Working knowledge of MS Office Suite;
- Strong capabilities in written and verbal communication skills;
- A valid Class 5 Driver’s License; and
- Knowledge of SAP and a mechanical aptitude would be an asset.
This position is considered “Safety Sensitive” and so will require Pre-Employment Drug & Alcohol Testing which includes testing for marijuana metabolites. You may also be required to provide a Driver’s Abstract.
The successful candidate must live within 100 km from Sherwood Park, AB.
The successful candidate must be legally able to work in the country of the position. 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: 03/21/2025. 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 rewards reflect this: We treat our people well - whether it's through our total rewards package, community engagement or volunteer opportunities, all in an environment that is equitable, safe, respectful, inclusive and accessible.
We recognize that diverse perspectives and experiences fuel innovation and enrich our workplace culture. We firmly believe that every individual's unique background, identity and contributions contribute to our collective success. 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.
We are a proud recipient of Canada's Top 100 Employers (2018-2022), Alberta's Top Employers (2014-2025) and an Employer Partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion. We are also a strong supporter of Skills Canada.
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