Pipeline Field Technician

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Job Summary

Day to day operations and maintenance of natural gas compressor stations

and gathering system.

Key Accountabilities

A Field Pipeline Technician Level II should be able to perform most of

The Following

- Assumes the responsibility of operating natural gas pipeline

associated equipment including but not limited to reciprocating

natural gas compressors, dehydrators, fluid separating equipment,

valves, gas/liquid measurement equipment, etc. Operating the

equipment and system may include, but is not limited to:

- Adjusting controls to bring equipment into recommended or

prescribed operating ranges

- Start up and shut down of equipment

- Visually inspecting equipment and controls at periodic intervals

to detect malfunctions or need for repair, adjustment, or

lubrication

- De-pressuring equipment and pipelines

- Purging/pressurizing equipment and pipelines

- Performing pipeline patrols

- Performing gas leakage surveys

- Locating and marking underground pipelines

- Operating valves

- Implements safe work practices and a proactive safety culture

while ensuring safety for the employee, the public, and the

environment at all times.

- Ensures regulatory compliance and record keeping requirements

are met and continually monitored. The regulations include but

are not limited to the Department of Transportation, Railroad

Commission, and Operator Qualification Plans.

- Reads, monitors, and records various conditions such as

pressures, temperatures, hours of operation, fuel consumed,

water levels, and monitors gauges.

- Performs minor maintenance on equipment including but not

limited to reciprocating natural gas compressors, dehydrators,

fluid separating equipment, valves, etc.

- Performing minor maintenance on the equipment and system may

Include, But Is Not Limited To

- Monitoring and removing and replacing filters, oil,

chemicals, and other lubricating fluids as needed

- Remove and replace gaskets as needed

- Remove and replace valves if necessary

- Install plugs as necessary

- Change gauges

- Maintain sites in clean condition including picking up

trash, taking out trash, controlling weeds, minor painting,

etc.

- Clean out sight glasses as necessary

- Change out suction/discharge valves on compressors

- Change out light bulbs or fuses

- Perform pigging operations

- Continually meeting the demands and improving upon the needs of

our customers.

- Establishes and maintains a near perfect driving record.

- Demonstrates sound economic thinking skills.

- Directs and supervises contract labor involved in pipeline

maintenance activities.

- Collaborates well with direct supervisor on new and improved

ideas associated with an always changing pipeline system.

- Performs other duties and special projects as may be assigned by

supervisor.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

- High School Diploma or equivalent

- Three years of experience in valve maintenance, leak survey of

natural gas pipelines, mechanical aptitude, miss-digor equivalent

technical education

- Possess and maintain a valid drivers license

Other Qualifications Preferred

- Associates Degree

- Technical Education

Compensation & Benefits

- We offer competitive, comprehensive compensation & benefit plans

including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) plan with generous

employer match & contribution, Group insurance plans, Flexible

spending accounts, Annual incentive plan, Long-term incentive plan,

Paid holidays and vacation days, Paid volunteer time, Employee

Assistance Program (EAP) and resources, Leave of Absence programs

Other Requirements

Ability to function autonomously

Thorough knowledge of O&M manual

Demonstrated ability to lead or participate in work crews

Demonstrated ability to special projects

Use experience to recommend solutions to operational problems

Recommend improvements for operational efficiency

Emergency response: Provide incident command support to emergency

responders, lead mock and table top exercises

High integrity and self-motivated

Excellent vehicle driving record

Basic computer skills

Good communication, problem solving and physical perceptive skills

Must be able to work and perform without close supervision

Team player

Maintain OQ qualification of all tasks

Ability to start and stop equipment

Competent in damage prevention activities and documentation

Ability to read and interpret alignment sheets

Ability to read and interpre