Pipeline Technician (Piggers)

POSITION SUMMARY:

Targa is currently seeking a Pipeline Technician (Pigger).

JOB FUNCTIONS AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Pigging Operations, along with proper documentation

- Maintain and operate pickup and equipment for pigging

- Site cleanup and maintenance

- Assisting other field operators, when necessary, where needed

- MOC's, Recognition of need and facilitation of proper protocol

- Pipe Maintenance

- PSM Compliance

- Valve Inspections and Maintenance - At specified time frames, along with appropriate documentation

- Work Weekends / Rotation

- Call Out Status / Rotation

- Emergency Call-Out

- Other job duties as assigned

MINIMUM ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

- Minimum of 1 year of related work experience

- High School Diploma or Equivalent

- Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license to include a safe driving record satisfactory to the company

- Interpersonal communication skills are required in order to interface with all affected teams, personnel, and vendors

- Strong work ethic with demonstrated ability to effectively work with minimum supervision

- Solid computer skills to include Microsoft Office Software

- Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, with the ability to respond to call outs as needed to fulfill business objective and the ability to work shifts for plant or field conditions

- Ability to lift, push, and pull at least a minimum of 50lbs.

- Ability to work in changing climate conditions

- Able to work in close quarters: i.e., work while kneeling, squatting, sitting, climbing, and standing

- Follow and adhere to all applicable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines (ex: eye protection, footwear, Nomex)

- Regular and Reliable Attendance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

- Strong Mechanical Aptitude

- Previous Field Technician experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

- Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, with the ability to respond to call outs as needed to fulfill business objective and the ability to work shifts for plant or field conditions

- Ability to frequently throughout the work shift, push, pull and lift at least a minimum of 50 lbs. to a minimum height of 3-4 feet and maneuver equipment or parts as needed

- Ability to work outdoors in changing climate conditions

- Able to work in close quarters: i.e., work while kneeling, squatting, sitting, climbing, and standing

- Ability to climb up and down ladders, stairs and platforms at varying heights

- Follow and adhere to all applicable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines (ex: eye protection, footwear, Nomex)

- We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing

- This role is subject to drug and alcohol testing, per applicable federal regulations or as required by Targa policy

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

Targa Resources provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria and without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees’ beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Targa’s policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Targa.