Pipeline Inspector

Eastman Chemical Company; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastman Chemical Company in Texas is seeking a Pipeline Inspector to operate, maintain, and inspect pumps, valves, and related equipment while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and safety practices. The role includes pigging tasks, inspections, and collaboration with contractors to document work.

Required are a valid Texas driver’s license and a high school diploma or GED; preferred experience includes SCADA, NDT, corrosion technology, and DOT 49 CFR 195 familiarity with

Qualifications

• Valid Texas Driver's License.
• High school Diploma/GED.
• 3+ years as Pipeline Inspector or 5+ years in pipeline operations.
• Knowledge of DOT 49 CFR 195.
• Experience with SCADA and NDT tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain and inspect pipeline equipment per regulatory requirements.
• Perform maintenance and inspection pigging on schedule.
• Travel to pipeline locations and be available for on-call/emergency work.
• Coordinate with contractors and document procedures.
• Maintain pipeline operator certifications and safety compliance.

Skills

SCADA knowledge

NDT Level II

Reading drawings

Corrosion experience

Pipe inspection

Education

Associate degree in Corrosion Technology

AMPP CP1/CP2 Certification

Tools

GIS software

SCADA systems

Pipeline locator equipment

Job description

Pipeline Inspector

Job Requisition ID: 58186

Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company's innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive company, Eastman employs approximately 13,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2025 revenue of approximately $8.8 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visitwww.eastman.com.

Responsibilities

Essential functions / Responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to the following:

• Operates, maintains and inspects pumps, valves, pressure safety valves, instruments, Cathodic protection systems, control valves, remote terminal communication units, meters, flow computers and various other pipeline related equipment per federal and state regulatory agency requirements.
• Performs maintenance and inspection pigging on a prescribed schedule
• Works unusual schedules for both planned and unplanned projects and available for emergency call out situations.
• Open to travel with overnight stays periodically
• Performs pipeline tests (ILI, hydro, Direct Assessment et.) and associated procedures based on regulatory requirements outlined in the Operations Manual and the Pipeline Integrity Management Program.
• Travel to pipeline locations from Mt Belvieu to Longview by company assigned vehicle.
• Basic knowledge of GIS applications
• Basic knowledge with various NDT tools
• Works directly with or sometimes directs contractors on a variety of pipeline maintenance projects, inspections and operations to ensure procedures are followed and tasks are documented when required.
• Maintains communication as needed with feedstock suppliers, Tyler Terminal control room operators, and management.
• Maintains pipeline operator certifications and training as required by regulatory agencies.
• Initiates appropriate emergency response actions as necessary to control situations in the event of unusual situations such as leaks or non-emergencies including closing of valves and initiating contacts for assistance.
• Maintains good working relationships with outside firms contracted to maintain the pipelines and landowners along the right-of-way and communicates any related problems to management.
• Initiates repairs or provides recommendations to supervision on any operating or physical changes or work to be performed along the pipelines.
• Knowledge and support of SCADA, and Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Understand/follow written or verbal instructions/procedures
• Follow all safety, environmental, and company rules and policies

Qualifications

Required Experience and Skills:

• Valid Texas Driver's License
• High school Diploma/GED

Strongly Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years working as a Pipeline Inspector or 5 years of pipeline operations experience
• Previous pipeline roles in operations, inspection, or Corrosion Technician
• Knowledge and support of SCADA
• Performing pipeline tasks (excavation, ILI, hydro, close interval survey etc.)
• Pipeline operating - including, maintaining and inspecting of pumps, valves, pressure safety valves, pigging, instrumentation, electrical control systems, cathodic protection systems, control valves, remote terminal communication units, meters, flow computers, and various other pipeline related equipment
• Familiar with DOT regulations Title 49 CFR 195 Transportation of Hazardous Liquids by Pipelines
• Knowledge of 811 call process
• Using pipeline locater equipment
• Managing excavation projects on loaded and unloaded pipeline
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings
• Corrosion and code experience - including NDT Level II certification, MT/PT/UT (thickness only) Level II certification
• 2-year Associates degree of Applied Science in the field of Corrosion Technology and 2 or more years corrosion and code experience
• AMPP (Association for Materials Protection and Performance) Corrosion Technician/Technologist Certification or Cathodic Protection Certification (CP1 or CP2)
• Meeting with landowners and maintaining relationships
• Pipe inspection and repair with composite sleeves, bolt-on clamps, weld-on sleeves, and cut outs
• Inspecting, removing, and application of coating on pipe

Eastman is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a highly engaged workforce, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.

Nearest Major Market: Longview
Job Segment: Inspector, Cathodic Protection, Quality Control Inspector, GIS, Geology, Quality, Manufacturing, Technology, Engineering