Pipeline Operations Technician

Kinetik; New Mexico; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinetik is seeking a qualified individual to support midstream operations in New Mexico. The role focuses on pipeline operation, safety, and maintenance across gathering, compression, processing and water management activities in the Permian region.

Key duties include operating pipeline valves during pigging and emergencies, responding to locating calls, and collaborating with field personnel to ensure safe, efficient operation and compliance with company policies.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver license and safe driving record.
• Minimum of two years’ related experience, preferably in Midstream.
• Proficiency in PC skills and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate pipeline valves during pigging operations and during emergencies.
• Responds to NM / Texas 811 One Calls for locating pipelines and interfaces with third party contractors performing construction.
• Safely purge and pack pipeline segments to initiate pipeline operation. Monitor pipeline pressure to remain within safe operating parameters.
• Safely vent to atmosphere or flare contents of a pipeline segment to discontinue pipeline operation.
• Assist with internal corrosion prevention / mitigation activities as directed.
• Maintains professional competence, knowledge, and skills necessary to effectively complete responsibilities; enhances job knowledge and abilities by taking personal responsibility for professional development.
• Supports the company's employee policies and procedures, including workplace safety rules.
• Performs responsibilities as directed within determined time frames with a high degree of efficiency.
• Work with Field Operations and Construction Personnel on new or special projects.

Skills

PC skills

Microsoft Office

X Map

Communication

Organization

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

X Map

Job description

Kinetik is seeking a qualified individual to support midstream operations in New Mexico. The role focuses on pipeline operation, safety, and maintenance across gathering, compression, processing and water management activities in the Permian region.

Key duties include operating pipeline valves during pigging and emergencies, responding to locating calls, and collaborating with field personnel to ensure safe, efficient operation and compliance with company policies.