Pipeline Integrity Technician

Energy Transfer•Midland, TX

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About The Position

The Pipeline Integrity Technician shall be trained and/or previously certified to locate, identify, and interpret pipeline flaws utilizing various in-ditch NDE inspections methods at various locations throughout Energy Transfer operating area as well as identified areas of this posted position in response to findings identified by pipeline integrity inspections governed by state and federal (192/195) regulations.

Requirements

The minimum requirements for this position are having worked in the Oil and Gas industry in a field position.
High school diploma or GED.
Basic knowledge of MS Office Suite products.
Level C requires a minimum of 0 – 2 years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience
Level B requires a minimum of 2 – 4 years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience
Level A requires a minimum of 4+ years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience

Nice To Haves

Proficient with MS Office Applications.
Formal ASNT TC-1A training and documented hours in MT, UT, PT, PAUT and VT.

Responsibilities

NDE evaluation to determine compliance with the following standards but not limited to API 5L, 1104, 1163, ASME, B31.4, B31.8, State Regulations (IE: Texas Railroad Commission), and Federal regulations CFR DOT 192/ 195.
The successful candidate must have been or be willing to be trained on various NDE techniques through the company training program in the following techniques but not limited to; Liquid Penetrant (PT), Magnetic particle (MT), Ultrasonic testing (UT), Visual testing (VT), Creaform, Automated UT (AUT), Phased Array UT (PAUT), Eddyfi (Spyne/Sharck), Guided Wave UT (GWUT)
All NDE performed at Energy Transfer requires formal training, written and practical examination to meet the certification requirements of ASNT-TC-1A and Energy Transfer’s written practice.
The successful candidate must be able perform basic mathematic equations, read/interpret technical manuals, dig data sheets and understand regulatory requirements for NDE.
The NDE industry is consistently making technological improvements along with development of new NDE Techniques, which requires additional training and examination.
Continued employment with Energy Transfer as a pipeline integrity technician is dependent on successful completion of training and passing the required curriculum as outlined in the applicable training documents and training schedule for NDE as required per essential duties and responsibilities.
Oversee third-party contractors while conducting in-ditch inspections on pipeline integrity ILI verification/repair digs and direct assessment.
Maintain knowledge of company practices, construction standards, Integrity Management Plan and Company Standard Operating Procedures
Maintain Company Operator Qualifications, and ASNT Certifications required to locate, identify, evaluate, interpret, characterize, size and repair pipeline flaws.
The ability to work with multiple company and third-party stake holders to ensure compliance with project scope and schedule.
Maintain records for random audits and reporting while utilizing written documentation (Microsoft applications) and company programs for detailed NDE inspection reports.
Understanding of material manufacturing processes, anomaly classifications, NDE technologies/techniques, positive material identification.
Evaluation of anomalies using proven in-field techniques utilizing manual and automated applications to evaluate third party damage/deformation, Internal / External Metal Loss, Crack like, and Manufacturing defects to determine failure/safe pressure calculations, and approved repair methods.
Utilize various NDT techniques for ILI validation and anomaly assessment to identify and interpret flaws using the following but not limited to Liquid Penetrant, Magnetic particle, Ultrasonic & Visual inspections utilizing tools like Creaform Handy Scan, Automated Ultrasonics mappers, Phased Array Ultrasonics, etc.
Manage activities required for direct application, sub-contracting, or internal collaboration of repairing pipeline defects back to design criteria through means not limited to in-service grinding/sanding, pressure and non-pressure containing sleeves and replacement of targeted pipeline segments.
The ability to transition back and forth between corporate office environment and short notice field duties in various locations for assigned projects.
The ability to be efficient in reporting while traveling up to 70%25 of your time on overnight stays and working overtime while maintaining a valid driving license, acceptable driving record and subject to random DOT Drug & Alcohol testing.