Technician I Line Locate

Diamondback Energy•Midland, TX

About The Position

This role will report to a Foreman Line Location or Superintendent Production position and will have responsibilities over an entire operational area. The Line Locator is responsible for the 811 One-call response, documentation, and recordkeeping ensuring compliance with the One-call laws.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Minimum (1) year of line-location experience and (5) years of oilfield experience.
Knowledge and experience in underground line locating and mapping of underground utilities using company approved line locating devices.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Excellent communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to perform basic computer skills and to learn company-specific applications.

Responsibilities

Conduct surveys for new pipelines and power lines.
Performs line locating for One-Call requests in accordance with the line-finding procedures.
Leads safety efforts to ensure all excavation work in and around pipelines is performed as per. established procedures to protect the health and well-being of personnel involved in the work.
Execute all One-call requests in a timely and accurate manner.
Installs, stakes out, and maps locations using GPS systems.
Sweeps, marks, and maps underground utilities prior to excavation.
Reads and utilizes drawings, schematics, alignment sheets and P&ID drawings.
Performs routine assignments based on detailed instructions/past practices.
Supervises all line crossings by third parties.
Supervises Hydrovac daylighting of lines (as needed).
Keeps records or database of all Line Locates.
Ensures pipeline maps are maintained and are readily available.
Coordinates with GIS internal team to keep systems updated.
Ensures the implementation of safety and environmental procedures and in compliance with regulations and policies.