Job Description

Overview

PBF Energy Inc., one of the largest independent refiners in North America, is seeking a talented Pipeliner to join their team in Vernon, CA. This role involves performing pipeline maintenance work while ensuring compliance with various regulations and safety policies.

Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate working knowledge and compliance of DOT, EHS, and OSHA regulations.
  • Maintain a consistent safe work ethic and EHS record.
  • Maintain local, state, federal, EHS, and company records applicable to position.
  • Maintain an acceptable attendance and EHS record.
  • Competent in making pipeline repairs and alterations.
  • Respond to call outs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
  • Maintain current knowledge of pipeline/station operations.
  • Read and understand flow charts and pipeline system drawings.
  • Relieve Station Operators, Gaugers, Damage Prevention Technicians, and other positions as needed.
  • Assist in routine and non-routine maintenance of stations and terminal facilities.
  • Assist with DOT required inspections.
  • Meet assigned job and compliance deadlines.
  • Ensure maintenance work is accomplished with minimum downtime.
  • Assist in Pipeline Inspection Gauge (PIGS) installations and retrievals.
  • Replace valves and gaskets inside station terminals and underground vaults.
  • Assist with ship/barge berthing and mooring.
  • Utilize various tools such as shovels, post hole diggers, and forklifts.

Requirements

  • High school diploma required.
  • Ability to communicate effectively within job function.
  • Capable of forward thinking and planning daily work responsibilities.
  • Possess intermediate level computer knowledge including Excel and Microsoft Office.
  • Valid California Driver’s license and ability to obtain a TWIC card.
  • Ability to complete Haz-Mat training and DOT operator qualifications.
  • Ability to work in physically demanding conditions including outdoors in extreme weather.
  • Self-starter with accountability for work ethic.
  • Maintain a high regard for safety as outlined in EHS policies.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Capable of initiating emergency response procedures.
  • Working knowledge of Spill Prevention Controls and Countermeasure plan.

Additional Information

  • The Pipeliner position is covered under the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) between the West Coast Employee Union – United Steel Workers (WCEU-USW) Local and Torrance Logistics Company LLC.
  • The pay rate for this position is $41.77 per hour.