Pipeline Technician

Energy Transfer•Catarina, TX

About The Position

The Pipeline Technician repairs and maintains pipelines and equipment and performs work associated with operating and maintaining gas and liquid facilities and pipelines. The role includes inspecting, maintaining, and operating pipeline and facility equipment in compliance with company procedures and regulatory requirements. It also involves damage prevention, regulatory documentation, coordination with internal and external parties, participation in safety programs, rotating on-call support, and performing energy isolation lockout/tagout procedures. The position requires work in industrial and construction settings and frequent exposure to adverse weather, hazardous products and processes, extreme temperatures, and loud machinery. Frequent heavy lifting is required. Employees may be called out after hours, at night, and on weekends and holidays to respond to operational issues or emergencies. Occasional overnight travel may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience: Level C requires 0–2 years; Level B requires 2–4 years; Level A requires 4 or more years.
Valid driver’s license with a demonstrated safe driving record.
Excellent organizational skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a group environment.
Ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative, and exercise good judgment.
Reliable attendance at work.
Ability to perform frequent heavy lifting, with and without assistance.

Nice To Haves

Mechanical aptitude and ability to learn and perform operation and maintenance tasks associated with various facilities and equipment.
Proficiency with computers, including MS Office applications such as Excel and Outlook, as well as computer-based training, time reporting, expense reporting, online work applications, and documentation.

Responsibilities

Inspect, maintain, and operate facilities including pipelines, valves, filters, pumps, gas compressors, storage tanks, and pump station equipment reliably and efficiently while complying with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
Conduct damage prevention activities, including pipeline patrols, one-calls, locating and marking pipelines, and inspecting line crossings, excavations, and other activities affecting pipelines.
Maintain working knowledge of regulatory requirements, perform required tasks, and complete associated documentation, including OSHA, DOT, and EPA requirements.
Plan, organize, and prioritize assigned responsibilities and coordinate work with employees and contractors.
Coordinate and communicate with landowners, public agencies, contractors, utilities, and other pipeline operators.
Participate actively and provide leadership in safety programs and initiatives, and follow policies and procedures.
Provide rotating on-call support for areas of responsibility.
Comply with partnership safety policies and procedures.
Perform energy isolation lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.