Driver Apprentice

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Plains All American is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil and natural gas liquids (NGLs). We own an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key crude oil and NGL producing basins and transportation corridors and at major market hubs in the United States and Canada. On average, Plains handles more than 6 million barrels per day of crude oil and NGL in its Transportation segment. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

We are looking for highly-motivated individuals who enjoy working as part of a team in a dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment.

After completing this 6-month program an employee should be familiar with company policy, state and federal regulations and proper gauging techniques. They should have the ability to safely operate a Class 8 crude oil transport truck and trailer in conditions likely to be encountered in their work environment.

Participants will have to pass an overall driving assessment including road test before an employment offer as a Crude Oil Transport Driver is made. If the participant does not show signs of progression during the program, their participation may be ended before the conclusion of the 6 month time period.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participants in this program will learn how to:
  • Safely and effectively performs basic driving functions to operate crude oil/product transport trucks
  • Connect hoses between trailer and unloading/loading facility and monitor unloading/loading process
  • Inspect trucks and trailers per DOT requirements (brakes, engine oil, water levels, lights, loading hoses, etc.)
  • Mask-up and wear fresh air breathing equipment or self-contained breathing apparatus when necessary
  • Climb storage tank stairs (may be 32’ in height) while carrying gauging tray with gauging equipment
  • Gauge tanks and test crude oil
  • Operate on-board computer equipment to record data
  • Observe and comply with FMCSA regulations, federal, state, and local regulations, and any other applicable regulation, policy or law, at all times.
  • Demonstrate a positive impact by promoting safety in decisions and actions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 3 months of truck driving experience is preferred
• CDL License with hazmat and tanker endorsements required
• Successfully pass criminal, drug, and driving record screenings, a Fit-for-Duty Screening and DOT physical

At Plains, our employees are our most valuable asset. Hard work is rewarded with competitive compensation and a top-tier benefits program designed to keep our employees safe, healthy and happy. We work hard to deliver the best results to our stakeholders and we also respect our employees need for personal and family time, which is reflected in our benefits program.

Salary details estimated by job boards such as Indeed, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn do not represent Plains’ compensation structure. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

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