Diversified Energy Company

Pipeline Operator

Teague, TX

Full-time

About This Job

Company Profile

Diversified Gas & Oil Corporation (“DGOC”) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Diversified Energy Company PLC, a US-based company listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and London Stock Exchange (LSE) under the ticker symbol “DEC”. Diversified Gas & Oil Corporation (DGOC) is an established owner and operator of producing conventional and unconventional natural gas & oil wells and midstream pipelines and compression stations concentrated in the Appalachian Basin in the United States. Headquartered in Birmingham, AL, our field operations are located throughout the Appalachian Basin in the states of Tennessee, Kentucky, Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. In 2021, Diversified announced our expansion into our Central Regional Focus Area, which includes producing areas within Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas.

Position Summary & Responsibilities

The Pipeline Operator will assist with the implementation of the various components of DGOC’s Pipeline Maintenance programs. Special focus will be placed on:

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Responsible for all field activities and related pipeline integrity, repair, and maintenance

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Conducts facility leak surveys and patrols.

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Conducts valve operation, maintenance, and testing.

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Conducts pipeline maintenance activities.

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Performs remedial actions when operational deficiencies are noted.

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Conduct various tests, measurements, and surveys to ensure the efficient operation of the pipeline and facilities.

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Pulls charts and completes downloads of meters on schedule.

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Monitor the condition of the pipeline through pipeline patrols, visual inspection, an examination of field data, etc.

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Completes special projects, other duties, and annual objectives as assigned.

Position Requirements

Position Qualifications:

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High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience

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A minimum of 3 years’ experience in the gas/oil industry

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Experience with Pipeline maintenance processes and procedures

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Experience with asset data management/ work order management systems- EAM/ MAXIMO preferred

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Knowledge of applicable State and Federal Regulations pertaining to the Transportation of Natural Gas by Pipeline.

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Excellent computer skills (PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, Excel)

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Excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to interact with individuals at all levels within the organization.

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Demonstrated ability to organize and interpret data, and to problem solve.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

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The individual must be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, life vest, respirators, earplugs, steel-toed shoes, or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done

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Walking, stepping, climbing, or otherwise moving from one location on the job site to another, and normally involves physically getting into and out of equipment through the use of vertically mounted ladders up to and including 10 or more in height

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Visually seeing driving operations well (either naturally or with corrective lenses)

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Standing, stooping kneeling, squatting, climbing, and sitting

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Repetitive movements by feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands and back in performance of work

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Working at elevated heights Lifting 50 lb. or more objects occasionally

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Carrying 50 lb. or more objects occasionally

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Adapting to outdoor conditions and prolonged exposure to sometimes adverse weather conditions Remaining calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident

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Exposure to working outdoors in all-weather conditions