Field Operator II - Ingleside TX

VetJobs; Ingleside (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Enbridge in Ingleside, Texas is seeking a Field Operator II to join our team. You will build foundational field operations expertise by working alongside experienced operators, gaining Operator Qualification (OQ), and developing the skills needed to safely perform pipeline maintenance independently.

If you’re looking for hands‑on work, enjoy being outdoors, and want to be part of a safety‑driven team that keeps critical infrastructure running, we would love to hear from you!

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and a minimum of 2 years of directly relevant training and experience.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Support safe, reliable pipeline operations by performing routine maintenance and high-value field work across pipelines, terminals, and station facilities.
• Respond to one-call tickets, complete line locating, and monitor third-party excavation to protect pipeline integrity.
• Inspect, operate, and maintain pipeline equipment including valves, piping systems, and pigging tools while assisting with troubleshooting and repairs.
• Complete pipeline maintenance and repairs (including emergency work) in compliance with company procedures, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with measurement activities including ticketing, basic analysis, and supporting calibration and inspection schedules.
• Perform hazard assessments, issue work permits, and support safe work execution while maintaining a strong focus on environmental protection and spill prevention.
• Support emergency response efforts, including containment, repair, cleanup, and preventative actions to protect people, communities, and the environment.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Valid driver's license

Good driving record

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Employee Type

Regular-Full time

Union/Non

This is a non-union position

At Enbridge, we safely deliver the energy people need every day. We are North America’s leading energy infrastructure company, focused on safety, sustainability, and operational excellence. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do; we invest in their growth, support development, and provide opportunities to build meaningful, long‑term careers.

We are currently seeking a Field Operator II to join our team. In this role, you will build foundational field operations expertise by working alongside experienced operators, gaining Operator Qualification (OQ), and developing the skills needed to safely perform pipeline maintenance independently. If you’re looking for hands‑on work, enjoy being outdoors, and want to be part of a safety‑driven team that keeps critical infrastructure running, we would love to hear from you!

What You Will Do

• Support safe, reliable pipeline operations by performing routine maintenance and high‑value field work across pipelines, terminals, and station facilities.
• Respond to one‑call tickets, complete line locating, and monitor third‑party excavation to protect pipeline integrity.
• Inspect, operate, and maintain pipeline equipment including valves, piping systems, and pigging tools while assisting with troubleshooting and repairs.
• Complete pipeline maintenance and repairs (including emergency work) in compliance with company procedures, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with measurement activities including ticketing, basic analysis, and supporting calibration and inspection schedules.
• Perform hazard assessments, issue work permits, and support safe work execution while maintaining a strong focus on environmental protection and spill prevention.
• Support emergency response efforts, including containment, repair, cleanup, and preventative actions to protect people, communities, and the environment.

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Who You Are:

• High School Diploma and a minimum of 2 years of directly relevant training and experience.
• Basic understanding and use of computers.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, a good driving record.

Preferred

• Experience in operations or maintenance for a crude oil pipeline, tank farm or delivery facility.

Working Conditions

Work in both field and office settings with frequent travel and occasional overnight stays. Frequent travel along the pipeline right of way and to construction sites. Should live within 30 miles of the reporting location, unless agreed upon by management. Overtime and flexibility when required to manage multiple projects, emergency response operations, adverse weather conditions, work priorities, fieldwork schedules, and out of town travel. Shifting priorities to meet changing directions. Position may require quick decision making under intense conditions. Position also requires a working knowledge of field and office diplomacy and maintaining relationships with external collaborators. Works independently with little day to day direction. Time commitments may extend beyond normal working hours.

Physical Demands (Include But Are Not Limited To)

Include but are not limited to: Balancing, bending and stooping, climbing, crawling, carrying (up to 50 pounds), grasping, kneeling, lifting (objects up to 50 pounds), pulling hand over hand, pushing, reaching above shoulder, repetitive motion, sitting, standing, walking, visual requirement (able to see screens, detect color coding, read fine print), hearing requirement, grasping, kneeling, light – moderate lifting (objects up to 50 pounds), reaching above shoulder, repetitive motion, sitting, standing, visual requirement (able to see screens, detect color coding, read fine print), hearing requirement.

Mental Requirements (Both field & office) encompass but are not limited to:

Include but are not limited to: Ability to: understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information, understand complex problems and collaborate/explore alternative solutions, organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology, organize and prioritize work schedule on a short‑term basis, make decisions which have moderate impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside this area, understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines, complete routine forms, compose letters, outlines, memoranda and basic reports and communicate with individuals via telephone.

City*

Ingleside

State*

Texas

Job_Category

Operations

Job Code

Operations_ Specialist

Affiliate Sponsor

Enbridge