Pipeline Controller

The role

The Pipeline Controller operates WhiteWater pipeline systems remotely and safely, in compliance with DOT and state regulations. The job includes monitoring product movement, storage activity, alarms and pipeline integrity, and coordinating with field personnel.

What you will do

• Remotely start and stop pumps and compressors and operate valves.
• Monitor and control product movement through multiple lines and facilities.
• Monitor storage field activity.
• Analyze changing conditions and alarms, and make necessary adjustments.
• Determine accurate times of pipeline events such as deliveries, noms and batches.
• Detect abnormal operations quickly and react with sound judgment.
• Monitor pipeline integrity and coordinate all maintenance activities with field personnel.
• Communicate with field personnel, schedule groups, customers and suppliers to maximize efficiency, safety, quality and customer service.

Required qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of chemical, oil or gas industry experience.
• On-the-job experience as a pipeline controller or board operator in the oil and gas or chemical industry.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office products.
• Pass all pre-employment screening: criminal and employment background checks and DOT drug screen.
• Team player who interacts well with co-workers, customers and the public.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-driven to learn.
• Able to sit or stand at the console for a 12-hour shift or longer, with occasional breaks.
• Able to quickly learn and become proficient with procedures and processes for WhiteWater assets.
• Able to evacuate the control center in an emergency and report immediately to the designated alternate control center.

Nice to have

• 60 or more college credit hours with oil and gas field operations or plant experience.
• 60 or more college credit hours with relevant oil and gas experience, or military air traffic controller experience.

Benefits

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

Before you apply

• Pre-employment criminal and employment background checks and a DOT drug screen are required.
• Newly hired employees receive on-the-job training in safety procedures, regulatory requirements and pipeline procedures.

About the company

WhiteWater operates pipeline systems that the Pipeline Controller runs remotely. The posting does not describe the company further.