26-083.B2 -Operator - Pipeline

Harvest Midstream Company; Bloomfield (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvest Midstream Company is seeking a Pipeline Operations Technician to monitor, maintain, and control gas and oil pipeline operations. The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and reliable performance.

You will review shift logs, monitor flow, perform maintenance, and prepare reports while working with various truck groups and ensuring a secure work environment. Valid high school diploma or GED and OQ eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• Five years minimum pipeline experience in gas and liquid operations.
• Strong problem-solving and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with diverse truck groups transporting product.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Be able to obtain Operator Qualifications within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and regulate the flow of product and inspect pipeline operations.
• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Prepare pipeline reports by collecting and analyzing data.
• Conduct pipeline surveys, valve greasing, and equipment maintenance.
• Maintain logs of meter readings and test results.
• Support on-call duties and ensure safety compliance on site.

Skills

Five years pipeline experience

Problem solving

Communication skills

Work under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Objective:
Monitors, maintains, and controls the safe, healthy and environmentally sound operations of the gas /oil pipelines.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Reviews and monitors prior shift, to check for accuracy, daily computer log and scan process board.
• Monitors and maintains operations by measuring and regulating flow of product.
• Monitors and maintains pipeline by conducting studies and inspections.
• Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer's instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, maintaining equipment inventories, and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Prepares pipeline reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information. Inspects equipment for safety problems, leaks, wear and tear, and makes or recommends appropriate repairs and maintenance.
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing professional publications. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results, as needed.
• Maintains safe and healthy work environment by practicing pipeline standards, adhering to legal regulations, and conducting inspections.
• Monitors and maintains logs of meter readings, test results, and adjustments made.
• Execute maintenance and pigging operations, including pig cleaning and maintenance.
• Participate in pipeline surveys, valve greasing and equipment maintenance.
• Performs chemical injection tasks, freeze breaks, drip blowing and truck scheduling.

Other Job Responsibilities:

* Demonstrate commitment to company core values - Integrity, Ownership, Urgency, Alignment, and Innovation - in all daily responsibilities and interactions.

* Actively support and contribute to the company's mission and vision through reliable, high-quality work

• Ability to be available 24 hours per day (on call for questions, emergencies, etc.).
• Maintains employee confidence and protects company assets, including intellectual property, by keeping information confidential.

Qualifications:

• Five (5) years minimum pipeline experience with a combination of Gas and Liquid pipeline operations.
• Ability to accurately solve problems.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, other departments, officials, and the public.
• Ability to perform work assignments with little or no supervision.
• Ability to complete multiple, diverse tasks of differing priorities.
• Ability to accurately perform tasks.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with different truck groups that transport product.
• Proficiency in the use and application of the following software: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word & Outlook).
• Ability to make independent, rational decisions, as required.
• Ability to maintain the integrity of the plant process.
• Ability to work alone and highly motivated.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle in and around process areas. Ability to consider safety in all decisions.
• Self-starter, team player, and comfortable working under pressure.

Education Requirements, Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations:

• Graduation from a high school or GED equivalent or any equivalent combination of education and experience demonstrating sufficient knowledge, ability and skill to handle the duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Valid driver's license
• Be able to obtain Operator Qualifications (OQ) as required by Company within the first 30 days.