Colonial Pipeline Company · 6 hours ago
Electrical Technician (Associate, Level I)
Chesapeake, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expColonial Pipeline Company is the largest refined products pipeline in the United States, dedicated to transporting essential fuels across the country. They are seeking driven individuals to join as Technicians (Associate Level I) to maintain and repair industrial systems within their pipeline network, offering opportunities for growth and hands-on experience.
AutomotiveLogisticsOil and GasTransportation
Hiring Manager
Ashlyn Reece
Responsibilities
Installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic systems
Reading and interpreting technical drawings and manuals
Supporting emergency response efforts and maintaining related equipment
Managing parts requisitions and assisting with budget tracking
Completing documentation for DOT compliance and internal reporting
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED (General Education Diploma) from an accredited educational institution
Ideally, 1+ years of industrial related experience in technical or operations (mechanical or electrical) related field experience
Valid Driver's License to drive company and personal vehicles with the ability drive company and personal vehicles for picking up materials, to get around large facilities in minimum time, and to travel to locations away from assigned locations
Willingness to work flexible hours, including holidays and weekends as required; subject to call-out and occasional overtime
Ability to complete NexTech Skill Sets I and II
Mechanical aptitude and a strong work ethic
Ability to think critically and make sound decisions
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 a phenomenal work ethic and looking for the right company to support your growth
Must be able to work indoors and outdoors at all hours in all weather conditions near refined petroleum products and heavy equipment
Physical mobility to sit, stand, reach, pull, push, and bend
Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. unassisted
The ability to work in non-permit required confined spaces
Ability to verbally communicate by two-way radio
The ability to traverse uneven terrain
Operate several types of tools and equipment safely and efficiently
Climb tank steps up to 60 ft. high and climb vertical ladders to valve platforms
Ability to work from valve platforms and tanks to 60-foot heights
Normal visual acuity to perform duties of position
If vision is corrected, it must be corrected to 20/40 or better
Must have ability to distinguish colors, especially red, green, white, and black
Color recognition for control panel indicator lights to analyze product colors
Ability to detect the presence of petroleum products by smell
Preferred
Apprenticeship completed and/or Associate or Technical degree in a related field of study from an accredited college or university
Experience in industrial maintenance or pipeline operations
Ideally, 3+ years of industrial field operations experience, with approximately 2+ years as a mechanical/ electrical technician
Ideally, 1+ years of experience as a Pipeline Technician
Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training; Forklift training/licensing, any other State licenses
Benefits
Annual incentive bonuses
Retirement plans
Insurance coverage
Highly competitive benefits
Company
Colonial Pipeline Company
Colonial Pipeline is the largest refined products pipeline in the United States, transporting more than 100 million gallons of fuel daily to meet the energy needs of consumers from Houston to the New York Harbor.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-04-03Debt Financing
2025-04-03Acquired
2010-10-11Private Equity
Leadership Team
Melanie Little
President and Chief Executive Officer
Clay Miller
Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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