Pipeline Technician

WhiteWater Midstream•Alice, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for operating and maintaining pipeline, measurement, gas quality, compressors, and related field operations. Facilities include gas transmission pipeline and associated receipt and delivery meter stations in the Agua Dulce, Texas area. Equipment may include reciprocating compressor units, ultrasonic gas meters, gas chromatographs, H2S analyzers, O2 analyzers, control valves, overpressure protection, SCADA communications, pumps, valves, seals, and other related equipment. The role performs pipeline and equipment operations, maintenance, repairs, inspections, calibration, regulatory compliance, documentation, and coordination with third parties and relevant stakeholders. The position is based in the company’s Alice, Texas office and may require travel, including overnight and weekend travel, as well as overtime, weekend, holiday, call-out, and emergency availability.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 5 years of related experience.
Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company insurability requirements.
May be required to possess a commercial driver’s license, drive a company commercial vehicle, and comply with commercial vehicle regulations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and various operating systems, and ability to perform basic math.
Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays, and respond to call-outs and emergencies.
Knowledge of reading and interpreting blueprints, P&IDs, and other diagrams.
Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices for flammable gases and liquids and high- and low-pressure systems, and ability to follow PPE guidelines.
Ability to work in changing climate conditions.
Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus on details, and follow work rules.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and fluency in English.
Ability to lift, push, and pull at least 75 pounds, work in tight spaces, and climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders, and walkways.
Travel is required depending on location and workload.
Willingness to live within approximately 50 miles of Agua Dulce, Texas.

Responsibilities

Start, stop, and operate engines to maintain designated operating parameters.
Ensure cost-effective and efficient performance of engines and associated equipment.
Conduct pipeline pigging and install, repair, service, and maintain valves, pipe, pipeline, and appurtenances.
Coordinate facility and equipment maintenance, including pipeline right-of-way work, excavation, pipeline coating and backfilling, concrete work, painting, and building erection.
Operate, maintain, and repair equipment such as wheeled tractors, pickup trucks, water pumps, air compressors, and coolers.
Oversee third-party construction and maintenance, including inspection of one-call tickets.
Perform governmental compliance activities, including line patrols, road and railroad crossing inspections, and valve inspections.
Assist with cash flow management, cost monitoring and control, and planning and forecasting district capital and O&M budgets.
Participate in developing O&M procedures, site-specific procedures, project scopes, and work plans.
Perform work in compliance with company standards, procedures, regulatory requirements, and company tariff requirements; complete applicable documentation and record keeping.
Perform gas measurement calibrations and maintenance for ultrasonic meters, EFM gas chromatographs, H2S analyzers, H2O analyzers, O2 analyzers, and PLCs.
Communicate status updates, issues, pipeline activity, and maintenance activity to appropriate personnel.
Represent the company in communications with landowners and tenants, public and emergency officials, and at local meetings, including One-Call, pipeline group, and soil conservation meetings.
Travel as needed, occasionally including nights and weekends.
Perform duties of a relief pipeline controller as needed.
Perform other duties as required.