Pipeline Operations Supervisor

Doyon Limited•Fairbanks, AK

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a 7 day on / 7 day off rotational shift position that supervises and performs pipeline operations, maintenance, regulatory compliance, inspections, meter proving, leak alarm response and other duties as assigned for crude pipeline systems.

Requirements

Must have pipeline knowledge and experience, and capability to take on a wide range of pipeline responsibilities resulting in safe operating conditions and in compliance with government regulations.
Must have comprehensive knowledge of the overall operations and maintenance of a crude oil pipeline system and associated equipment.
Must have competence with Microsoft Word & Excel.
Must have demonstrated mechanical aptitude in the use of hand and pneumatic tools.
Must understand Computational Pipeline Monitoring Systems or the ability to learn Computational Pipeline Monitoring Systems and associated network architecture, balance calculations, instrumentation and troubleshooting.
Ability to read and comprehend technical operational manuals.
Math and computer skills with ability to calculate flows, temperature/pressure differences, and gain proficiency in computational pipeline monitoring software.
Basic knowledge of pipeline cathodic protection and protective coatings.
A valid driver’s license to drive company vehicles.
Have ability to proficiently speak, read, and write English.
Must be organized and proficient in record keeping.
Ability to pass Operator Qualifications for covered tasks as defined in CFR 195.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills working in a team environment.
Ability to work alone and with minimal supervision.
Degree or Certificate required in Process Technology, Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent.
8-10 Years of experience as a pipeline operator, technician or supervisor.
Occasionally lift or carry moderately heavy equipment up to 50 pounds, working, stooping, kneeling, bending, climbing and walking distances in all types of terrain.
May be required to stand, sit, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch for reasonable periods of time.
Work with or near hazardous chemicals.
Operate personal computer for extended periods.
Work outdoors in weather extremes and near equipment with potentially high noise levels.
Operate basic equipment, such as tractor lawn mower, forklift, and truck with snow plow.
Respond to emergency calls and/or call-outs and return to work while off duty.
Work extended hours (scheduled and/or unscheduled, nights and/or weekends), occasionally, as needed or required to meet established deadlines.
Based on business requirements, may be assigned to shiftwork.
Physical ability to work around and on industrial equipment, including frequent climbing, stooping, reaching, pulling, pushing, twisting, bending, kneeling, crawling and grasping.
Work in areas with limited access or cramped spaces.
Climb ladders, walkways and scaffolds.
Fit testing for a respirator is required, which requires face to be clean shaven.

Nice To Haves

Experience with AutoCAD and GIS software preferred.

Responsibilities

Understand, practice and continually lead by example Doyon Energy Services and Mid-Alaska Pipeline’s commitment to zero incident safety and environmental culture.
Comply with pipeline safety and environmental regulations.
Monitor and ensure that pipeline conditions and issues are addressed in a timely manner.
Plan, conduct, and lead pipeline-operation and maintenance related tasks of a complex nature.
Ensure maintenance activities are performed according to applicable codes, regulations and plan them to be completed within regulatory time frames.
When on shift, respond to Leak Detection Alarm notifications on a 24/7 basis. Monitor and respond to system alarms and respond to call outs as needed.
Demonstrate a strong understanding of the mechanical operations of equipment such as ball valves, gate valves, relief valves, meters, instrumentation, and other pipeline-related equipment.
Perform Lock Out Tag Out procedures for necessary work as required for hot and cold work in facilities.
Write simple and complex procedures for hot and cold work in facilities.
Identify, report, and initiate immediate actions to correct abnormal operating conditions associated with pipeline assets within standard parameters.
Develop operational procedures such as pigging, operations, maintenance and emergency procedures.
Proactively evaluate pipeline system and equipment performance and initiate standard adjustments, as needed, to increase the pipeline system efficiency.
Proactively perform troubleshooting and analysis of complex operational issues. Activities include troubleshooting operational issues with meters, valves, pressure gauges/transmitters, temperature gauges/transmitters, computational pipeline monitoring and other pipeline-related equipment.
Develop project scopes for maintenance activities, work with third-party contractors to obtain cost estimates, and coordinate execution of the projects.
Develop budgets for operational and maintenance activities.
Complete operational forms and records to meet regulatory documentation requirements.
Manage and ensure line-locate requests are completed in accordance with Damage Prevention Regulations, utilizing Line Locating Equipment.
Strong understanding of all pipeline maintenance and operations equipment. Activities may include valve maintenance, filter changes, pigging, liquid handling, meter maintenance, instrumentation verification, etc.
Conduct and manage meter proving operations and scheduling, for multiple customers.
Plan and conduct routine monitoring and inspection of pipeline assets. Activities include performing facility inspections and documenting operating conditions (i.e., pressures, temperatures, volumes, cathodic protection, etc.).
Conduct & review routine patrols of ROW’s to ensure there are no encroachments or construction activities potentially affecting the pipeline assets.
Direct and if needed perform ROW maintenance, including snow removal and lawn mowing.
Be available 24/7 for emergency response.
Maintain all records and reports as required for compliance purposes.
For all work performed complete appropriate forms or documentation, assist supervisor with regulatory compliance.
Other duties as assigned.