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Area Operator (Associate, I, II)

Colonial Pipeline Company
Murfreesboro, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 18 Dec 2025

About the role

Colonial has provided a wide range of opportunities for job candidates who are highly qualified, skilled, motivated and team players. Employees find exciting opportunities to grow and develop their careers at a stable company which offers a generous compensation and benefits package that includes annual incentive bonuses, retirement plans, insurance coverage and a host of other features that support a happy, active, productive and rewarding life. Come to Colonial, a great place to work, where people matter most, and where safety 24/7 is paramount.

Ready to work for Colonial Pipeline Company?

Are you intrigued by the thought of being part of revolutionizing the energy industry and a new era in the pipeline industry? Do you want to be a part of a company that is obsessed with excellence in everything we do? A company growing and expanding our business that is full of opportunity? If so, we are seeking smart, safety focused, and energetic professionals to join our team to help us to the next level of excellence!

What is it that we do at Colonial Pipeline Company?

Colonial Pipeline is the largest refined products pipeline in the United States, transporting more than 100 million gallons or 2.5 million barrels per day. Colonial transports various grades of gasoline, diesel fuel, home heating oil, jet fuel, and fuels for the U.S. military through a pipeline system. Colonial transports approximately 45 percent of all fuel consumed on the East Coast, providing refined products to more than 50 million Americans.

About the Area Operator (Associate, I, II) Position

Are you ready to power your career with purpose? At Colonial Pipeline, we’re not just transporting fuel — we’re fueling the future. We’re looking for driven, safety-focused individuals to join our team as Area Operators at the Associate, I, or II level, depending on your experience and qualifications. We offer more than just a job — we offer a career with purpose.

If you're self-motivated, safety-conscious, and ready to grow your career, we want to hear from you. Apply today and help us keep America moving!

What You Get to Do:

  • Operate pipeline facilities and perform line operations across multiple sites.

  • Collaborate with Controllers, Technicians, and Project teams to maintain seamless operations.

  • Respond to normal, abnormal, and emergency conditions with precision and professionalism.

  • Perform inspections, manage hazardous waste, and support facility maintenance.

  • Participate in Colonial’s NexGen Training Program to build and refine your technical skills.

Depending on your level:

  • Associate Area Operators will gain hands-on experience and training.

  • Area Operators I will provide technical oversight and support pipeline control operations. Required experience of 1+ years of pipeline experience in the Associate Operator position. Working knowledge of Colonial operations at multiple facilities/locations.

  • Area Operators II will independently manage inventories, monitor pipeline flow, and mentor junior team members. Required experience of 4+ years of pipeline experience in the Operator job series. Fully qualified as a Field or Area Operator I. Demonstrated proficiency in Colonial operations at multiple facilities/locations.

What You Bring to the Table:

  • High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) from an accredited education intuition.

  • Live within a 60-minute commute from their designated work location assigned work location.

  • Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record to drive Company and personal vehicles for picking up materials, to get around large facilities in minimum time, and to travel to locations away from headquarter point. 

  • Willingness to work ability to work 8- and 12-hour rotating shifts, including holidays and weekends as required; subject to call-out and occasional overtime. 

  • Ability to complete Colonial’s NexOp Program and operator qualifications.

  • Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

  • Ability to meet physical demands and work in all weather conditions.

  • Demonstrated proficiency in Skill Set I, II, and III of the NexOp Program; successful completion of Skill Set IV.

  • Commitment to consistently adhere to policies and procedures and be a positive example for others by demonstrating the Company’s core values of Respect, Accountability, Innovation, Safety, and Excellence in completing work assignments. 

  • Self-motivated, have phenomenal work ethic and looking for the right company to support your growth.

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