Pipeline Technician

Energy Transfer•Sayre, OK

17h

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 position inspects, maintains, and operates pipeline and facility equipment in compliance with company procedures and regulatory requirements, and completes damage prevention activities and required regulatory documentation. The role also coordinates work with employees, contractors, and outside parties; participates in safety programs; performs lockout/tagout procedures; and provides rotating on-call support. Work may involve industrial and construction environments, adverse weather, heavy lifting, after-hours emergency response, and occasional overnight travel.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Relevant industry or equivalent work experience, depending on level: 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.

Nice To Haves

Mechanical aptitude and the 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 work training, time reporting, expense reporting, and online work applications and documentation.

Responsibilities

Inspect, maintain, and operate facilities and equipment—including pipelines, valves, filters, pumps, gas compressors, storage tanks, and pump station equipment—in a reliable and efficient manner and in compliance 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 the pipeline.
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 applicable policies and procedures.
Provide rotating on-call support for areas of responsibility.
Comply with company safety policies and procedures.
Perform energy isolation lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.