Operator, Pipeline (Vidor, TX)

Enterprise Products Partners L.P. • Vidor, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Enterprise Products Partners L.P. is a leading North American provider of midstream energy services. Its assets include approximately 50,000 miles of pipelines, 260 million barrels of storage capacity, and 14 billion cubic feet of natural gas storage capacity.

The Pipeline Operator works a rotating shift, occasionally travels, and cross-trains in the operations and maintenance of equipment and processes associated with pipeline operations. The role performs terminal and station operations, coordinates product handling with Pipeline Control and other affiliates, maintains inventory and quality-control records, operates and maintains process-related equipment, and participates in safety, housekeeping, and cross-training activities. The position works indoors and outdoors in industrial settings and may involve weather extremes, hazardous conditions, confined spaces, and physically demanding tasks.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• At least 3 years of stable work history, preferably in the energy industry.
• Strong commitment to personal and job safety.
• Mechanical aptitude and dexterity using tools and equipment.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and basic computer skills, including spreadsheet and word processing applications.
• Good verbal and written communication, decision-making skills, and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to maintain and promote good working relationships in a team environment.
• Ability to assume responsibility, remain flexible, perform duties, and handle multiple tasks under potentially stressful and/or hazardous conditions.
• Willingness to work overtime and handle call-outs, and to live or relocate within a one-hour response time of the job assignment.
• MS Office and software program computer skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently or in a team environment, with willingness to learn.
• Sound judgment and ability to make decisions and corrections when problems are detected.
• Dependable and reliable, with organizational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Good customer-relations skills and ability to interface with landowners and corporate and field personnel.
• Able to work indoors and outdoors around industrial and electrical equipment, in temperature extremes, and in potentially confined spaces.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds, manually transport loads up to 75 pounds, apply up to 100 foot-pounds of torque, and perform the listed physical activities, including climbing, bending, stooping, and working in varied positions.
• Able to get in and out of vehicles regularly and ride over rough roads.
• Able to wear required safety equipment and lift and put on emergency breathing apparatus and/or protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Technical certification or equivalent training/pipeline experience is desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform terminal and station operations, coordinating with Pipeline Control and other affiliates to ensure timely, safe, and quality-controlled product handling.
• Gauge tanks, line up manifolds, prepare paperwork, and log and record inventory and quality-control information.
• Operate process-related equipment, perform preventative maintenance, and take product-quality samples.
• Conduct testing and basic product accounting and measurement while working with flammable hydrocarbons and conventional products.
• Follow environmental regulations and company policies for handling and disposing of hazardous substances.
• Participate in available cross-training to develop skills related to other operators and technicians.
• Maintain facility appearance and safety through good housekeeping inside and outside facilities.
• Attend safety meetings and complete required safety training courses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED