Pipeline Technician

The role

You will operate and maintain a gas transmission pipeline with its receipt and delivery meter stations. The work covers compressors, gas measurement equipment, SCADA communications and related field equipment.

What you will do

• Start, stop and operate engines to maintain designated operating parameters.
• Conduct pipeline pigging and install, repair, service and maintain valves, pipe and pipeline appurtenances.
• Coordinate maintenance of facilities and equipment, including right-of-way, coating, backfilling, concrete work and painting.
• Perform all gas measurement calibrations and maintenance for ultrasonic meters, gas chromatograph, H2S, H2O and O2 analyzers and PLCs.
• Perform governmental compliance activities such as line patrol, road and railroad crossing inspections and valve inspections.
• Oversee construction and maintenance by third parties, including inspection of one-call tickets.
• Perform duties of relief pipeline controller, as needed.
• Communicate status updates and maintenance activity, and represent the Company with landowners, public officials and at local meetings.

Required qualifications

• High School Diploma, or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of related experience.
• Valid driver's license and meet company insurability requirements.
• May be required to possess a commercial driver's license.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic math skills.
• Knowledge of reading and interpreting blueprints, PI&D's and other diagrams.
• Knowledge and experience in safe handling of flammable gases, liquids and high/low pressure systems.
• Ability to lift, push and pull a minimum of 75 lbs.
• Ability to work in tight spaces and climb to and work from elevated platforms and ladders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; fluency in English is required.
• Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors and follow work rules.

Benefits

• Employer matched 401(k).
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Other benefit offerings.

Before you apply

• Must meet company insurability requirements for driving.
• May be required to obtain a commercial driver's license and comply with commercial vehicle regulations.
• Must live within approximately 50 miles of Cotulla, TX or Freer, TX.

About the company

Whitewater Midstream operates gas transmission pipeline facilities in the Cotulla and Freer, TX area. The posting describes the company's standards, procedures and tariff requirements.