Pipeline Operator - Journey

Summit Midstream Corporation•Carlsbad, NM

14h•Onsite

About The Position

A Pipeline Operator operates, inspects, maintains, and repairs pipelines, compression and measurement facilities. This role involves the ability to direct and lead teams, projects, and processes related to natural gas pipelines and compression facilities. The position requires maintaining a working knowledge of regulatory requirements and performing required tasks, including completing associated documentation for OSHA, DOT, and EPA. The operator must be alert and respond immediately to dangerous or hazardous conditions, understanding that impaired performance or failure to follow safety precautions could result in serious injury or property damage. The role also includes on-call responsibilities and managing activities with a focus on safety and compliance.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
5 or more years of general pipeline experience in the natural gas industry or related experience in a similar industry.
Can manage and control specific projects given to them, i.e. pigging programs, responding to emergency situations, incident commands, etc., as needed when the Supervisor is absent.
Proven knowledge and experience with line location equipment and techniques.
Ability to read and utilize drawings, schematics, alignment sheets.
Ability to identify pipes and valves and what they do.
Proven knowledge and understanding of procedures used to safely pig pipeline, i.e. launching, receiving and inspection.
Knowledge to conduct pressure surveys on gathering lines and central delivery points.
Experienced in monitoring natural gas quality using sampling equipment.
Ability to direct employees to tasks that need completion and ability to follow up after completion.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
Must have a valid driver license with acceptable driving record.
Demonstrate the ability to operate off-road vehicles safely.
On-call responsibility for areas as assigned.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Satisfactory results from a pre-employment drug screening, a criminal background check, and reference checks.
Satisfy all other applicable fitness for duty requirements.

Nice To Haves

Ability to direct and lead teams, projects and processes involved in natural gas pipelines and compression facilities.

Responsibilities

Maintain scheduled pigging operations, launcher/receiver maintenance and equipment inventory.
Inspect, maintain and repair as needed all facilities as assigned, including but not limited to pipelines, compression, and measurement facilities.
On-call responsibility for areas of responsibility as needed.
Maintain working knowledge of regulatory requirements (OSHA, DOT, etc) and document required regulatory activities.
Plan, organize and prioritize assigned responsibilities and assign responsibilities to others.
Work independently as liaison between Summit Midstream and outside entities, i.e. landowners, emergency response agencies, contractors and other pipeline companies.
Operate and assist in maintenance activities at compressor facilities.
Perform pipeline patrols and inspect lines throughout the area and coordinate the activities of crews at other locations.
Utilize hand tools to remove or replace valves, and have a basic understanding of riser locations and underground valves.
Perform Lock-out/Tag-out procedures and write Safe Work Permits, as well as performing emergency shut-downs and operations control center protocol.
Manage all activities with a focus on safety and compliance.
Use proper tools and equipment to perform integrity management and regulatory tasks on natural gas pipelines.
Monitor activity in and around pipeline and facilities and respond as necessary to protect system integrity, with an understanding of what to do in case of an emergency and/or spill.
Put in work orders in Maximo, and be able to utilize CYGNET.
Maintain required forms, records, and reports.
Respond to pipeline emergencies; perform cleanup associated with field ops and corrosion control activities.
Other duties as assigned.