26-083.B2 -Operator - Pipeline

Harvest Midstream Company•Bloomfield, NM

About The Position

The Pipeline Operator monitors, maintains, and controls safe, healthy, and environmentally sound gas and oil pipeline operations. The role measures and regulates product flow, inspects and maintains pipeline systems and equipment, performs maintenance and pigging operations, and keeps accurate operating logs and reports. The operator also supports safe work practices, coordinates with truck groups transporting product, and may be on call for questions and emergencies.

Requirements

At least five years of pipeline experience, combining gas and liquid pipeline operations.
Ability to solve problems accurately.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, other departments, officials, and the public.
Ability to perform assignments with little or no supervision and manage multiple tasks with differing priorities.
Ability to perform tasks accurately.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with different truck groups that transport product.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Ability to make independent, rational decisions and maintain the integrity of the plant process.
Ability to work alone and remain highly motivated.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle in and around process areas and consider safety in all decisions.
Self-starter and team player who is comfortable working under pressure.
High school graduation or GED equivalent, or an equivalent combination of education and experience demonstrating sufficient knowledge, ability, and skill for the role.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to obtain Company-required Operator Qualifications (OQ) within the first 30 days.

Responsibilities

Review and monitor the prior shift for accuracy, including the daily computer log and process board scan.
Monitor and maintain operations by measuring and regulating product flow.
Conduct studies and inspections to monitor and maintain the pipeline.
Complete preventive maintenance, troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, arrange repairs, maintain equipment inventories, and evaluate equipment and techniques.
Prepare pipeline reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information.
Inspect equipment for safety problems, leaks, and wear, and make or recommend appropriate repairs and maintenance.
Maintain technical knowledge through educational workshops and professional publications.
Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by following pipeline standards, legal regulations, and inspection practices.
Maintain logs of meter readings, test results, and adjustments.
Execute maintenance and pigging operations, including pig cleaning and maintenance.
Participate in pipeline surveys, valve greasing, and equipment maintenance.
Perform chemical injection tasks, freeze breaks, drip blowing, and truck scheduling.
Demonstrate the company's core values and support its mission and vision through reliable, high-quality work.
Be available 24 hours per day for on-call questions and emergencies.
Protect confidential information and company assets, including intellectual property.