Pipeline Operator

Louisiana, United States of America

Job Family Group:

Downstream Supply Chain

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date:

August 20, 2025

Business unit:

Trading and Supply

Experience Level:

Experienced Professionals

Job Description:

What’s the role

The Shell Pipeline Sorrento Underground Storage Facility supports the Shell Norco Refinery and Chemical Plant and the Shell Geismar Chemical Plant as well as other industry partners through the storage of various LPG products in storage underground salt cavern and the facilitation of product movements on multiple regional pipeline systems.

As a Pipeline Operator, you will be responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the Storage facility and Pipeline assets in Louisiana Onshore. Activities include but are not limited to monitoring system pressures and flows, making and validating valve line ups, and equipment surveillance using the facilities' control room board and physical observation. You must be committed to operational excellence, display sound judgment, and possess the ability to react quickly and effectively to abnormal operating conditions.

What you'll be doing

• Possess and demonstrate a positive Safety attitude and Culture

• Ability to obtain DOT Operator Qualification for the areas of responsibility and duties

• Availability for after-hours calls and response on an as needed basis

• Ability to react quickly and effectively during abnormal operating conditions

• Ability to meet schedule requirements

• Commitment to Shell's Core Values

• Understand and meet our customer needs

• Work collaboratively with craft maintenance and pipeline maintenance personnel

• Understand and follow the Local Operating Procedures

• Assist with review and updates to the Local Operating Procedures.

• Complete all required Training on time

• Familiarity within the Pipeline HSSE Safety Manual

• Follow all safety guidelines and procedures

• Maintain Regulatory compliance

• Closely monitor Facility surveillance and security protocols

• Pipeline System and equipment monitoring

• Work closely with the Control Center and Scheduling personnel

• Release prevention Steward

• Maintain facility logs and documentation (Environmental and Operations Station checks)

• Proper and proficient use of the Permit to Work process

• Attend and actively participate in safety meetings

What we need from you

• Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than the current employer

• Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Minimum of High School or equivalent is required

• Operations background in any related field is highly considered

***Please note that there is an Online Assessment which is required for this position. In order to be considered, you must complete the assessment and receive a passing score, even if you have taken previous assessments. Please review your Workday tasks, directions and instructions to ensure you complete the required test within the provided timeframe***

The rate for this position is $45.37 - $47.85. Individual pay will be based on various factors, such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skill level, and internal equity.

For regular full-time or regular part-time employees of the Company (participating companies as listed in the Summary Plan Description), insurance coverage options include medical, dental, vision coverage, life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs. Employees also participate in a company pension plan and a 401(k) plan. Paid leave includes up to 6 weeks of paid vacation time, up to 11 paid holidays, and parental leave offering 16 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents, and 8 weeks of paid leave for non-birthing parents.

Additionally, employees are eligible for short-term disability leave for up to 26 weeks at 100% or 50% of base pay as well as Long-Term Disability insurance. Shell also offers other compensation such financial reimbursement for adoption, wellness, education, and personal learning expenses, and some roles are eligible for discretionary long-term incentives.  For interns, eligible benefits include medical, dental, and vision