Pipeline Controller

WhiteWater Midstream•Brookshire, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pipeline Controller position is based in Brookshire, Texas. Newly hired employees receive on-the-job training in safety procedures, regulatory requirements, and other procedures related to the pipeline industry. The role operates on a rotating 12-hour shift schedule that includes nights, weekends, and holidays, and requires travel up to 10% of the time. The Pipeline Controller remotely operates WhiteWater pipeline systems safely and efficiently while complying with Department of Transportation (DOT) and state regulatory requirements. The position monitors product movement, pipeline and storage operations, and system conditions; responds to alarms and abnormal operations; and coordinates with field personnel and other stakeholders to support safe, efficient, and reliable service.

Requirements

On-the-job work experience operating as a pipeline controller or board operator in the oil and gas or chemical industry.
Two to three years of chemical, oil, or gas industry experience.
Basic computer skills, including use of Microsoft Office products.
Successfully complete pre-employment screening, including criminal and employment background checks and a DOT drug screen.
Be a team player who interacts well with coworkers, customers, and the public.
Good verbal and written communication skills and motivation to learn.
Ability to sit and/or stand at the console for a 12-hour shift or longer, except for occasional breaks.
Ability to quickly learn and become proficient with procedures and processes pertaining to WhiteWater assets.
Ability to evacuate the control center in an emergency and immediately report to WhiteWater's designated alternate control center.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of 60 college credit hours with oil and gas field operations or plant experience; alternatively, a minimum of 60 college credit hours with relevant oil and gas or military air traffic controller experience.

Responsibilities

Remotely start and stop pumps and compressors and operate valves.
Monitor and control product movement through multiple pipelines and facilities.
Monitor storage field activity.
Analyze changing conditions and alarms and make necessary adjustments.
Determine accurate times for pipeline events, including deliveries, nominations, and batches.
Quickly detect abnormal operations and use critical judgment to respond appropriately.
Monitor pipeline integrity and coordinate maintenance activities with field personnel.
Communicate with field personnel, scheduling groups, customers, and suppliers to maximize efficiency, safety, quality, and customer service.
Complete on-the-job training in safety procedures, regulatory requirements, and other pipeline-industry procedures.
Become proficient with procedures and processes pertaining to WhiteWater assets.
Evacuate the control center in an emergency and report immediately to WhiteWater's designated alternate control center.