Operations Specialist

Tallgrass•Hastings, NE

About The Position

The Operations Specialist is responsible for installing, operating, and maintaining company gas and liquid pipelines, compressor and pump stations, terminals, process plants, and related facilities. The role implements the Company Damage Prevention Program through activities such as pipeline patrols, locating, construction and inspection coordination, and excavation inspection. Level 1 is an entry-level position, with approximately six to twelve months of training or work experience expected to progress to the next level. The position performs equipment operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair; oversees work near pipeline facilities; supports regulatory and company compliance; and completes required documentation. It also involves interaction with landowners, public officials, contractors, and other personnel. Work may include non-traditional hours, after-hours emergency callouts, frequent travel, outdoor and industrial environments, and occasional overtime.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Willingness to achieve and maintain all Operator Qualifications and progression requirements applicable to the job classification.
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, which may include Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Valid driver’s license and driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers; travel is required.
Strong mechanical aptitude related to the equipment used in the role.
Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Strong customer focus and attention to detail.
Ability to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job.
Ability to work with a team, take direction from management, follow required work schedules and work rules, and focus on details.
Ability to perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines and organize and prioritize daily work.
Ability to lift and carry up to 67 pounds repeatedly, including specified floor-to-waist, waist-to-shoulder, and overhead lifting tasks.
Ability to push or pull objects with up to 133 pounds of force over distances of at least two feet.
Ability to climb ladders and stairs and work at heights using fall-protection equipment.
Ability to perform bending, twisting, pivoting, and lateral flexion motions while holding up to 60 pounds.
Dexterity to safely operate hand tools, grasp and pinch, and use vibratory tools and testing equipment.
Physical endurance to stand, walk, and work for extended periods outdoors in wet, hot, cold, and windy conditions.
Ability to work overhead and at knee, waist, and floor levels, and in confined or uneven spaces while maintaining balance and handling tools.
Ability to respond to and address after-hours callouts and emergencies.
Ability to work in varying conditions, from office settings to inclement outdoor weather and around industrial hazards.
Ability to travel frequently, sometimes overnight, and work occasional overtime as required.
Must successfully pass a drug screening, background check, and fit-for-duty examination after receiving an offer and before employment; credit reports may be required for specific positions.

Nice To Haves

Detailed knowledge of compressor or pump station, gas treatment, storage facility, gathering, and transmission pipeline system operations.
Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, P&IDs, and other diagrams.
Knowledge of rubber-tire backhoe operations and servicing.
Associate degree in a related field.
Knowledge of company policies, procedures, practices, regulatory requirements, and tariff requirements.
Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices for flammable gases and liquids and high- and low-pressure systems.
Knowledge of operating costs and equipment best practices in the area of responsibility.
Current Commercial Driver’s License.
Tanker endorsement.
HAZMAT endorsement.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain pipelines, compressors, auxiliary equipment, engines, turbines, motors, cooling equipment, pump stations, pumps, dehydration equipment, valves, seals, and related equipment.
Ensure cost-effective and efficient performance of engines, pumps, and associated equipment at compressor stations, pump stations, pipelines, and process plants; start, stop, and operate equipment within defined parameters.
Diagnose and repair engines, turbines, pumps, seals, valves, and instruments.
Install, repair, service, and maintain valves, pipe, and pipeline appurtenances.
Operate, maintain, adjust, and make minor repairs to equipment including industrial wheeled tractors, water pumps, air compressors, expanders, coolers, test equipment, and vehicles.
Locate and mark facilities under the Company Damage Prevention Program and One-Call procedures before and during excavation.
Oversee and inspect excavation activities near pipeline facilities to protect assets and ensure compliance with company procedures.
Perform pipeline patrols, population density surveys, leak detection surveys, and inspections under company procedures.
Represent the company in contacts with landowners and tenants, public and emergency officials, and local groups and meetings.
Oversee and train company and third-party personnel, including visitors, employees in progression, transport drivers, contractors, and construction or maintenance personnel.
Inspect third-party construction as directed.
Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns.
Participate in safety programs and initiatives and in developing O&M procedures, site-specific procedures, project scopes, and work plans.
Perform general upkeep and maintenance of facilities and equipment, including pipeline rights-of-way, gathering and storage areas, pipeline excavation and repair, coating and backfilling, building construction, concrete work, painting, and weed control.
Perform work in compliance with company standards and procedures, regulatory requirements, company tariff requirements, and governmental requirements.
Complete applicable documentation and recordkeeping.
Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence and interact with others tactfully, courteously, and professionally.
Maintain regular, dependable attendance and consistently high performance, and maintain regard for personal, company, employee, and public safety.
Maintain Operator Qualifications on assigned covered tasks as determined by the direct supervisor.
Work non-traditional hours as needed and perform other daily, weekly, monthly, or special-project duties as assigned.

Benefits

Industry-competitive pay.
Health insurance package options, including Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts.
Infertility coverage.
Parental leave.
401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately, plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%.
Wellness programs and mental health resources.
Employer-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
Critical illness and accident insurance.
Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer time off, and bereavement paid time off.
Identity theft protection.
Annual discretionary bonus.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Company-paid holidays and floating holidays.
Company vehicle, if applicable.
Employee discounts on vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and other items.
Networking and employee engagement events.
Personal development opportunities to grow a career based on employees' strengths and interests.