Pipeline Technician

Overview:

The Pipeline Technician provides operational, technical, and mechanical support for facility equipment, focusing on inspections, production switching, and troubleshooting/maintenance of LACT units. Primary responsibilities include pigging operations and maintenance tasks related to equipment troubleshooting, testing, installation, and repair within the assigned area.

Responsibilities:

- Manage petroleum product movements in and out of pipeline pump stations, ensuring accurate assessment, quantification, and quality control of crude oil and/or refined products.

- Perform pigging operations and maintain associated documentation.

- Operate and maintain pickup and equipment used for pigging operations.

- Conduct routine inspections of pumps and valves to ensure proper operation.

- Perform monthly DOT tankage inspections and fire extinguisher checks, maintaining accurate records.

- Inspect perimeter fencing, locks, etc., to uphold facility, pipeline, and right-of-way security, reporting any issues.

- Ensure routine and DOT compliance maintenance on right-of-way, equipment, and valves.

- Maintain communication with the Pipeline Control Center.

- Witness meter proving, crude oil shipments, and run pipeline pigs as needed.

- Execute other pipeline-related tasks or projects as assigned by the Operations Supervisor.

- Troubleshoot and maintain LACT units when required.

Qualifications:

- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

- 1-3 years of experience in maintaining and operating Refined Products Pipelines, Terminals, Pump Stations, or equivalent industry roles.

- Proficiency in pigging operations and documentation.

- Knowledge of troubleshooting and maintaining LACT Units.

- Operational Qualification Certification preferred; required for the position.

- Clean driving record, adherence to vehicle policies, and ability to maintain company vehicles.

- Availability for regular and emergency call-outs.

- Ability to meet all conditional job offer requirements, including background check, drug/hair follicle test, MVR, agility, and fit for duty.

- Physical ability to exert force, lift objects, climb heights, balance on surfaces, and perform fine motor skills.

- Auditory attention and hearing sensitivity necessary for maintenance indicators.

- Compliance with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements per company Environmental, Health, and Safety policies.