Gas Pipeline Control Room Operator

Energy Transfer LP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Transfer LP seeks a pipeline control professional to monitor and optimize performance of ET pipeline systems, coordinating compressor/pump operations and field personnel to ensure safe, reliable deliveries of refined products, NGLs, and crude oil.

Responsibilities include reporting data, emergency response coordination, and daily throughput documentation, with a focus on instrumenting efficient, compliant operations across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Pass pre-employment drug/alcohol screening.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Project and flow/pressure simulation tools.

Responsibilities

• Monitor pipeline pressures within design criteria and monitor gas/liquids quality at various points.
• Coordinate changes with ET departments as scheduled.
• Serve as first contact in emergency response and notify emergency services and ET management.
• Gas Control – coordinate with operations to maximize throughput during outages.
• Liquids Control – manage pump and delivery schedules, inventories, and tank levels at remote locations.
• Troubleshoot communications, SCADA, valves and related equipment with field personnel.
• Complete daily throughput reports and update emergency notification/call-out lists.
• Evaluate operational problems and provide recommendations to solve them.

Skills

PHMSA regulations

PC applications

multitasking

attention to detail

verbal communication

travel & overtime

shift work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Energy Transfer LP seeks a pipeline control professional to monitor and optimize performance of ET pipeline systems, coordinating compressor/pump operations and field personnel to ensure safe, reliable deliveries of refined products, NGLs, and crude oil.

Responsibilities include reporting data, emergency response coordination, and daily throughput documentation, with a focus on instrumenting efficient, compliant operations across multiple locations.