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Pipeline Operator

Alvin, Texas; Sweeny, Texas

R000064948

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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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  • 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.

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  • 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

Alvin, Texas; Sweeny, Texas

R000064948

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Chevron is accepting online applications for the position of Pipeline Operator at Sweeny, TX through July 30th, 2025, through 11.59pm

Key Responsibilities:

• Support daily pipeline operations, including mechanical, technical, and electrical tasks.
• Perform tasks such as valve and manifold line-ups (simple and complex), equipment cleaning, orifice plate changes, meter proving, and product sampling.
• Operate and perform maintenance on pipeline systems and associated equipment (examples include but not limited to monitor pressure, flow, temperature, starting up pipeline system, shutdown pipeline,
• Evaluate alarm conditions as they occur and determine the proper course of action to correct the alarm condition.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in field, shop, and control room areas.
• Perform Operator Routine Duties
• Maintain rights-of-way, identify encroachments, and perform compliance inspections.
• Launch and receive pipeline pigs. (cleaning, maintenance, & ILI's)
• Commissioning, decommissioning of pipelines for maintenance, repairs, and projects.
• Respond to emergencies and participate in drills.
• Respond to inquiries regarding leaks and/or upsets, and take appropriate action to rectify
• Inspect and maintain fire and safety equipment.
• Perform minor repairs and assist with lockout/tagout procedures.
• Writes safe work permits
• Use SAP-PM for work management and notification creation.
• Conduct visual inspections to ensure equipment is operating within design parameters.
• Perform DOT valve inspections
• Maintain proper Operator Qualifications
• Learn and apply daily operational procedures, including:
• Facility and system layout knowledge
• Basic quality and safety principles
• Routine maintenance and operational techniques
• Customer-focused and business-oriented practices
• Able to coordinate their own work and work with other team members or contractors in performing daily operations work processes
• May support compliance inspections and participate in agency inspections.
• May participate in project work as operations rep
• Primary area of responsibility includes >500miles of complex pipelines, > 15 different petrochemical feedstocks/products, >115 facilities including meter stations, pump stations, valve sites and manifolds
• Rotational On-call responsibility

Required Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.

  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in pipeline or related industry.

  • HAZWOPER Level III & V certification (or ability to obtain within 1 year of hire and maintain thereafter).

  • Must meet DOT Operator Qualification requirements prior to performing covered tasks.

  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record:

  • No DWI/DUI in the past 3 years

  • No more than 1 moving violation in the past 2 years

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in pipeline operations or military service.

  • Familiarity with handlinghighly volatile liquids (HVLs)such as ethylene, propylene, hexane, propane, and NGLs.

Additional Information:

  • Relocation assistance is not available.

  • Expatriate assignments will not be considered.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

As part of the application process, you will be required to take an assessment that measures aptitude and work styles. We recommend you allow approx. 45 minutes to complete the assessment in one sitting. If you need to exit, your progress will be saved. 

You will be immediately directed to the testing portal upon submittal of your application, at which point you will have 72 hours (about 3 days) to complete the online assessment.  

Once complete, your assessment score will be valid for 180 days. Should you re-apply for another Job Requisition within this timeframe that includes the Operations, you will be required to complete the application process and then click on the assessment link. This will resubmit your previous results.

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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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