26-740.B - Pipeline Operator

Hilcorp Energy LLC; Levelland (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilcorp Energy Company in Levelland, TX is seeking an experienced pipeline operations professional responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and controlling safe gas/oil pipeline operations. You will review prior shifts, regulate flow, conduct inspections, and troubleshoot measurement and automation systems to ensure data integrity and reliable transmission.

The role requires at least five years in oil and gas plant and pipeline operations, strong problem-solving and communication skills, and the

Qualifications

• Five (5) years minimum oil and gas plant and pipeline experience.
• Ability to accurately solve problems and work with minimal supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitors, maintains, and controls the safe, healthy and environmentally sound operations of the gas/oil pipelines.
• 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.
• Maintains pipeline by conducting studies and inspections.
• Prepares pipeline reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information.
• Inspects equipment for safety problems, leaks, wear and tear, and coordinates repairs.
• Maintains safe work environment by adhering to pipeline standards and regulations.
• Identifies abnormal measurement conditions and implements corrective actions.
• Troubleshoots measurement and automation issues involving field equipment and SCADA systems.
• Maintains logs of meter readings, test results, and adjustments.

Skills

Oil & gas field experience

MS Office

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word & Outlook)

Job description

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Monitors, maintains, and controls the safe, healthy and environmentally sound operations of the gas /oil pipelines.
• 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.
• Identifies and investigates abnormal measurement conditions, including flow discrepancies, communication failures, instrument errors, incorrect configurations, and inaccurate measurement data, and implements corrective actions.
• Troubleshoots measurement and automation issues involving field equipment, communication networks, SCADA systems, and data acquisition platforms to ensure reliable transmission and integrity of measurement data.
• Demonstrates the ability to interpret electronic flow computer diagnostics, equipment alarms, configuration parameters, communication status, and measurement data to identify and resolve technical issues.
• Utilizes technical software, diagnostic tools, and measurement applications to configure, troubleshoot, analyze, and maintain electronic measurement and automation equipment.
• 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.
• Adheres to the company’s values – integrity, ownership, urgency, alignment and innovation.
• Supports company vision and mission.
• Adheres to established work schedule, attendance standards and is punctual to work and meetings.

Other Job Responsibilities

• 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.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years minimum oil and gas plant and pipeline experience, experience in both Gas and Liquid pipeline operations.
• Preferred: Current Hilcorp Contractor.
• 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

• 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.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations

• None.

Hilcorp, founded in 1989, is the largest privately‑held oil and natural gas exploration and production companies in the United States and is the largest oil producer in Louisiana.

Headquartered in Houston, TX, Hilcorp has over 2,800 employees in multiple operating areas including the Gulf Coast of Texas and Louisiana, the Northeast United States, Wyoming, New Mexico and Alaska’s Cook Inlet and North Slope.

Our formula is to grow the company by leveraging our core competencies and operational expertise.

Our proficiency in these key areas has resulted in significant growth over the last several years.

Hilcorp is consistently acknowledged for its culture, values and ethics.

In fact we have been recognized by multiple, local and national, publications as one of the best places to work in America.

Hilcorp has also been commended for its unique programs that foster charitable giving by its employees and our emphasis on partnering with the communities in which we operate.

We take great pride in our accomplishments and strive to maintain a culture that will allow for continued growth.

Hilcorp Energy is an Affiant. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly.

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