Sr Pipeline Technician (Midland, TX)

Northern Natural Gas • Midland, TX

501d • $52,000 - $59,717

About The Position

The Senior Pipeline Technician is responsible for the operation and maintenance of Northern Natural Gas compressor stations and pipeline facilities. This role requires multi-skilled technicians to perform technical work on the largest interstate natural gas pipeline system in the U.S., with a focus on various specialized skills including controls, measurement, corrosion, mechanical operations, liquefied natural gas operations, and environmental compliance.

Requirements

• An Associate of Applied Science degree in a technical specialization is preferred, ideally in aviation maintenance, diesel, natural gas, compression, instrumentation, controls, electrical, electro-mechanical or corrosion.
• Typically four to six years of related, progressive work experience is needed for candidates without the education requirements.
• Successful completion of Pipeline Technician Academy and/or achievement of at least one skill-block is required.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• NACE CP1 Tester certification is preferred.
• Additional endorsements for hazmat and liquefied natural gas transportation are available.

Responsibilities

• Assist in performing scheduled preventative maintenance on operational equipment at assigned facility.
• Recognizes abnormal operating conditions.
• Supports emergency response.
• Locate pipelines and oversee third-party excavation and line crossings.
• Install and inspect pipeline markers.
• Operate work equipment including but not limited to power tools, hand tools, and specialized instruments used in pipeline operations, maintenance, and repair of facilities.
• Maintain and operate facilities in compliance with specifications, codes, safety and environmental standards/records and company operating procedures.
• Assist in maintaining records pursuant to required state, federal, and company procedures.
• Review work assignments with the team to ensure work is completed with established safe work practices and reporting.

Benefits

• Full-time employment with competitive salary range of $25.00 - $28.71 per hour.
• Opportunities for overtime and on-call work.
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Warehousing and Storage
• Education Level: Associate degree