Field Pipeline Operator I - Night Shift & OT

Howard Energy Partners; Orla (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Howard Energy Partners seeks a Pipeline Operator I to support field locations in West Texas. You will help maintain LACT units, tank batteries, and pipelines, starting and stopping equipment as needed to meet volume targets.

The role requires rotating night shifts and overtime as scheduled. You will troubleshoot mechanical equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and assist in developing operation scopes and procedures while adhering to PPE and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in natural gas or liquid pipeline industry.
• 1+ year of inspections, installation, and repairs of pipelines.
• 1+ year of operating pipelines or working in processing plants preferred.
• Industry-related technical certifications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain equipment and ensure proper operation of LACT units, tanks, and pipelines.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment and perform preventive maintenance.
• Manage pigging operations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Adhere to PPE guidelines and safety protocols at all times.
• Coordinate with Operations Manager and other staff to optimize reliability and uptime.
• Keep LACT terminals and pipelines in good housekeeping and compliant condition.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Pipeline industry experience

1+ year inspections/repairs

1+ year operating pipelines/processing plants

Technical certifications

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Howard Energy Partners seeks a Pipeline Operator I to support field locations in West Texas. You will help maintain LACT units, tank batteries, and pipelines, starting and stopping equipment as needed to meet volume targets.

The role requires rotating night shifts and overtime as scheduled. You will troubleshoot mechanical equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and assist in developing operation scopes and procedures while adhering to PPE and safety standards.