Pipeline Technician

Air Liquide•Beaumont, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Air Liquide Large Industries provides our customers with industrial gas and energy solutions that are vital to their own industrial production. We own and operate over 2,000 miles of industrial gas pipelines in the U.S. supplying mainly oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen and syngas in large quantities from multiple production sources to major customers in the chemicals, petrochemicals, refining and steel industries. Our pipeline operations and industrial gas production facilities are closely monitored 24/7 within our innovative operations control center located in Houston, Texas. Our operations control group monitors over 89,000 data points and collaborates on product supply and coordination. We are continuously refining our supply network to provide high reliability and energy efficiencies, allowing Air Liquide to respond dynamically to supply needs while supporting customer success and sustainable growth. We are seeking a talented and collaborative Pipeline Operations Field Technician to join our team. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for guiding and supporting the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of our pipeline systems.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
5 years experience in pipeline operations or a similar industry, with demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience.
Candidates must have valid employment authorization in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future. This position is not open for non-immigrant visa sponsorship.
Ability to work extended hours and shift work as business needs dictate
On call night, weekends and holidays as required
Approximately 20% travel required
Ability to safely climb through pipe racks and meter stations
Ability to safely walk relatively long distances over various terrains
Ability to distinguish colors (wiring)
Ability to function safely in elevated work areas
Must be able to lift 50 lbs
Must be able to wear required PPE safety equipment including hardhats, safety glasses, steel toe shoes, FRC clothing, and respirator

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in the industrial gas industry

Responsibilities

Promotes compliance with all applicable regulations and group directives
Ensures compliance with all Air Liquide safety and quality mandates including, but not limited to: Fundamentals of Safety 12 Life Saving Rules LIVES Oxygen cleaning IMS Strives toward maintaining a zero-accident culture
Works closely with the Manager, Pipeline Regulatory Compliance to ensure system operation and maintenance is accomplished in compliance with all state and federal regulating entities including, but not limited to: TX Railroad Commission, LA Department of Natural Resources, PHMSA
Creates and fosters a safety plan and safe work practices for assigned systems
Develops and tests emergency response and system plans
Reports and investigates all incidents and ensures corrective / preventive actions are complete
Works with the Pipeline Integrity Manager to maintain pipeline system integrity
Participates in the Management of Change process, Root Cause Analysis, Process Hazard Analysis, Job Activity Plan, Accident Risk Analysis, Pre-Start Up Safety Review, etc
Ensures pertinent documentation and affiliated reporting requirements are completed on time
Maintain reliable product supply and reliable measurement of pipeline products to customers
Communicates with customers, suppliers, OCC, and management on a regular basis to ensure product accountability Implements cost-efficient, high-reliability operating excellence
Develops an annual operation and maintenance plan for assigned systems
Utilizes MAXIMO for routine work orders, PM’s, and PR’s.
Documents maintenance history in Maximo Coordinates field operations and maintenance for assigned pipeline systems without interruption of customer product supply
Collaboratively guides all field operations and maintenance activities in assigned systems, including but not limited to: Start up and shut down of pipelines Testing, installing, and calibrating equipment CP survey Leak detection surveys Visual inspections of pipe, meters, and valves
Troubleshooting and repairs along pipeline systems
Partners with contractors performing pipeline maintenance and repair, valve and meter repairs, issues with other pipeline companies, ROW maintenance, line locates, dig inspections, etc
Assists and directs contractors for line locations, easements, leak detection surveys, and repairs along assigned pipeline systems
Ensures development of, approval of, communication of, and adherence to startup and shutdown procedures for pipeline activities
Prioritizes and implements improvement projects and required maintenance
Works with Pipeline Operations Manager to maintain annual budget and cost control of assigned systems
Works with pipeline construction teams in the development and implementation of capital projects to ensure that pipeline operations needs are met
Qualify and maintain vendor relationships for field work
Models exemplary safety behavior, leads by personal example
Strives toward maintaining a zero-accident culture by taking a leadership role in safety
Supports and guides the pipeline field supervisors in their area Effectively delegates clear responsibilities to direct reports
Champions adherence to administrative and operational policies and procedures Implements individual development plans annually through the TMS process and provides training and coaching to develop personnel
Provide an Air Liquide Presence at Customer Meter Installations Provide required customer and management reports regarding calibrations, testing and operations Interface regularly with customers for system design, troubleshooting, meter calibrations, etc.
Nurture positive, high-quality customer relationships
Testing, troubleshooting, installation of new equipment, and calibration of billing custody transfer meters and related equipment: Transducers, Flow computers, Remote terminal units and Primary metering elements (orifice, venture, Coriolis, positive displacement, turbine, and others)