Technician, Pipeline Trainee (Albany, GA)

Enterprise Products Partners L.P.•Albany, GA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Enterprise Products Partners L.P. is a leading North American provider of midstream energy services. The Pipeline Technician Trainee maintains and operates refined product pipelines, LPG pipelines, pump stations and all the associated equipment such as pumps, motor operated valves, pressure switches, electric motors, transmitters, vibration switches, electronic controls and pressure regulators. The Pipeline Technician Trainee performs mechanical functions and duties of inspecting, checking, troubleshooting, repairing, and replacing all mechanical equipment in order to maintain high levels of safe and productive equipment performance.

Requirements

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
Basic computer skills including spreadsheet and word processing applications.
Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
Minimum of 3 years stable work history, preferably in the energy industry.
Possess a strong commitment to personal and job safety.
Must demonstrate mechanical aptitude and dexterity in the use of tools and equipment.
Ability to read and interpret alignment sheets, schematics and P&IDs.
Must be able to perform basic mathematical calculations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, decision making skills and strong work ethic.
Able to work independently as well as maintain and promote good working relationships within a team environment.
Able to assume responsibility, be flexible, perform duties and handle multiple tasks.
Must be willing to work overtime and callouts.
Required to live within a one-hour commute time the report-to location.
Self-motivated individual, accountable and self-driven to learn and to continuously develop and improve his/her skills through both formalized and on the job training.
Must be able to demonstrate sound judgment with the ability to make decisions and corrections when problems are detected.
Must have a history of being dependable and reliable, take pride in a job well done, and enjoy working hard.
Good organizational skills, strong customer service with the ability to interface with various landowners and other corporate and field personnel.

Nice To Haves

VoTech certificate or associate’s degree or related work experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Routine maintenance of centrifugal pumps and electric motors such as bearing and seal replacements, alignments, couplings, sumps, fans, drain piping modifications, etc.
Maintenance on other mechanical equipment such as block valves, control valves, air compressors, valve actuators, etc.
Assist with replacement of pumps, motors, valves, and other equipment as needed, including foundation work, initial alignment, testing, and startup.
Participate and successfully complete training programs, process safety management reviews, and safety meetings required to comply with state and federal regulations.
Must meet the requirements of the Company's Operator Qualification program to perform identified covered tasks and remain compliant or work under the direct supervision and observation of an individual who has previously been qualified with the Company's and Code of Federal Regulation requirements.
Reviews procedures as necessary to ensure compliance of all company and industry standards to meet all regulatory agency requirements.
Properly completes records of time and required regulatory reports.
Maintains close contact with the Area Supervisor regarding maintenance trouble reports and scheduled equipment maintenance to affect a minimum interruption of product throughput.
Ability to optimize work to affect a minimal amount of overtime.
Performs remedial and preventative maintenance and maintains facility appearance and safety through good housekeeping practices inside and outside of the facilities.
Participates in available cross training to effectively develop skills in areas specific to other technicians.
Utilizes precision tools and test equipment as needed.
Responds to operational emergencies as a member of an area emergency response team.
Performs regulatory required inspections.
Launch and receive cleaning pigs and assist with the launch and receiving of smart pigs.
Obtains services from contractors to perform specialty services and supervises their work.
Perform any other job duties as directed by their supervisor.