Pipeline Technician

The role

Operate and maintain gas transmission pipeline, meter stations and compressors in the Midland/Odessa area. Perform pigging, valve and pipe work, compliance inspections and gas measurement calibrations.

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
• Perform governmental compliance activities such as line patrols, road and railroad crossing inspections and valve inspections
• Perform gas measurement calibrations and maintenance for ultrasonic meters, gas chromatograph, H2S, H2O and O2 analyzers and PLCs
• Coordinate maintenance of facilities and equipment, including right-of-way, coating, backfilling, concrete and painting
• Oversee third-party construction and maintenance, including inspection of one-call tickets
• Operate, maintain and repair equipment such as tractors, pick-up trucks, water pumps, air compressors and coolers
• Participate in developing O&M procedures, site-specific procedures, project scopes and work plans
• Assist with cash flow management, cost monitoring and budget planning for the district
• Communicate status updates and represent the Company with landowners, tenants and public and emergency officials

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 and drive a company commercial vehicle
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, various operating systems and basic math
• Ability to work overtime, weekends and holidays and respond to call-outs and emergencies
• Knowledge of reading blueprints, P&IDs and other 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 with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep work schedules, focus on details and follow work rules
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; fluency in English required
• Ability to lift, push and pull at least 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

• Must be willing to live within approximately 50 miles of Midland/Odessa
• Must meet company insurability requirements for driving
• Fluency in English is required

About the company

whitewatermidstream is the employer for this pipeline operations role. The posting describes gas transmission pipeline and meter station facilities in the Midland/Odessa area.