Pipeline Technician

Energy Transfer•Jal, NM

28d

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 inspects, maintains, and operates pipeline facilities and equipment reliably and efficiently while following company procedures and regulatory requirements. It also includes pipeline damage-prevention activities, regulatory documentation, coordination with employees, contractors, and outside parties, participation in safety programs, rotating on-call support, and energy-isolation lockout/tagout procedures. The position involves frequent exposure to adverse weather, industrial and construction settings, hazardous materials and processes, extreme temperatures, and loud machinery. Appropriate personal protective equipment is required. Frequent heavy lifting is part of the work. Technicians may be called after hours, at night, and on weekends or holidays to address operational issues and emergencies; occasional overnight travel may be required.

Requirements

Valid driver's license with a demonstrated safe driving record.
Excellent organizational skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively in a group environment.
Self-starter able to work independently and exercise good judgment.
Relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience, depending on job level: Level C requires 0–2 years; Level B requires 2–4 years; Level A requires 4 or more years.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to learn and perform operation and maintenance tasks associated with various facilities and equipment.
Computer proficiency, 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, including pipelines, valves, filters, pumps, gas compressors, storage tanks, and pump station equipment, reliably and efficiently 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 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 in safety programs and initiatives, provide leadership, 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.