Pipeline Technician

The role

This person will operate and maintain gas pipeline, measurement and compressor equipment in the Agua Dulce, TX area. The job covers pipeline work, field maintenance and compliance inspections.

What you will do

• Start, stop and operate engines to maintain operating parameters
• Conduct pipeline pigging and install, repair and maintain valves, pipe and pipeline appurtenances
• Coordinate maintenance of facilities, right-of-way, coating, backfilling, concrete, painting and building erection
• Operate, maintain and repair equipment such as tractors, trucks, pumps and compressors
• Oversee third-party construction and maintenance, including inspection of one-call tickets
• Perform compliance activities such as line patrol, road and railroad crossing inspections and valve inspections
• Perform gas measurement calibrations and maintenance for ultrasonic meters, gas chromatographs, analyzers and PLCs
• Help with cash flow, cost monitoring and budget planning for capital and O&M budgets
• Communicate status updates and represent the Company with landowners, officials and at local meetings
• Perform duties of relief pipeline controller, as needed

Required qualifications

• High School Diploma, or equivalent
• At least 5 years of related experience
• Valid driver's license and meet company insurability requirements
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic math
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, P&IDs and diagrams
• Knowledge and experience in safe handling of flammable gases, liquids and high/low pressure systems
• Follow PPE guidelines
• Ability to work in changing climate conditions
• Ability to work as part of a team, take direction and follow work rules
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and fluency in English
• Lift, push and pull a minimum of 75 lbs.
• Work in tight spaces and climb to and work from elevated platforms and ladders

Benefits

• Employer matched 401(k)
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic life and AD&D insurance
• Other benefit offerings

Before you apply

• A commercial driver's license may be required, and the candidate must drive a company commercial vehicle and comply with commercial vehicle regulations
• Must meet company insurability requirements

About the company

whitewatermidstream operates gas transmission pipeline and related facilities. This posting is for its Agua Dulce, TX district.