Pipeline Technician

Feb 8

Location:
Carlsbad, NM

Summary:
This position will repair and maintain pipelines, equipment, and performance of work associated with the operation and maintenance of gas and oil facilities and pipelines. This position will require shiftwork with overtime pay.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The essential job duties for this position are listed below:

Inspect, maintain, and operate facilities including pipelines, valves, filters, pumps, gas compressors, storage tanks, and LACT equipment in a reliable and efficient manner while in compliance with company policy, 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 company assets
Maintain working knowledge of regulatory requirements, perform required tasks, and complete associated documentation (OSHA, DOT, EPA, etc.)
Plan, organize, and prioritize assigned responsibilities and coordinate work with employees and contractors
Coordinate and communicate with outside parties including landowners, public agencies, contractors, utilities, and other pipeline operators
Actively participate and provide leadership in safety programs and initiatives and follow policies and procedures
Provide on-call support for areas of responsibility on a rotating basis
Comply with company safety policies and procedures
Perform energy isolation lockout/tagout procedures (LOTO)
Working knowledge of DOT 192 and 195

Required Education:

High school diploma or GED

Required Experience:

All levels of experience including entry level with of 0–2 years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience will be considered

Required Qualifications:

Valid driver’s license with demonstrated safe driving record
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a group environment
Demonstrated self-starter with the ability to work independently and exercise good judgement

Preferred Qualifications:

Mechanical aptitude with ability to learn and perform operation and maintenance tasks associated with various types of facilities and equipment
Proficiency with computers including MS Office applications such as Excel and Outlook as well as other computer based work training, time reporting, expense reporting, and on-line work applications and documentation

Working Conditions and Requirements:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Frequent exposure to heat, cold, and other adverse weather conditions
Work in and around industrial and construction settings, which may include hazardous products, processes, materials, and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment
Frequent heavy lifting with and without assistance
Work on and around equipment and facilities that require knowledge of and adherence to safe work procedures and practices
Subject to callouts to respond to operational issues and emergencies after working hours, at night, and on weekends and holidays
Reliable attendance at work
Occasional overnight travel may be required
DOT 195 OQ training required

Benefits: