Pipeline Operator - Associate

oneok; Williston (ND); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Geographic allowance

Job summary

ONEOK is seeking a Pipeline Operator - Associate to support safe, reliable operations and maintenance activities for gas and/or liquids pipeline systems in the Williston, North Dakota area. This on-site role offers hands-on experience and training within a collaborative operations team.

The position is based near the Williston Stateline Gathering location, with a reporting site about 30 minutes north of Williston.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cathodic protection and corrosion control.
• Ability to prioritize assignments and complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfort with basic arithmetic and field data reporting.
• Safety-minded with a willingness to learn pipeline operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with operations and maintenance on compressor stations, gas storages, dehydration facilities, pumping facilities, measurement facilities, and related equipment.
• Perform startup/shutdown, pigging, collecting liquids, locating lines, patrolling for leaks, and on-call duties as needed.
• Monitor cathodic protection and basic pipe coatings, and ensure proper lubrication and fluids management.
• Prepare reports on gas/liquid flow, maintenance logs, samples, and regulatory information.
• Drive maintenance on company vehicles and respond to emergencies in a timely manner.

Skills

Cathodic protection

Prioritization

Communication

Field safety

Tools

Computers & software

Job description

#WeAreONEOK - Fortune 500 company. 100+ years in business. Leading midstream service provider. Safety first. Sustainable operations. Environmentally responsible. Employee focused.

JOB SUMMARY

ONEOK is seeking a Pipeline Operator - Associate to support safe, reliable operations and maintenance activities for gas and/or liquids pipeline systems in the Williston, North Dakota area. This role will assist with hands‑on field activities such as pipeline startup and shutdown, pigging, collecting liquids, locating and marking lines, patrolling and leak surveys, monitoring cathodic protection, maintaining equipment fluids and chemicals, and preparing operational, maintenance, and regulatory information.

The Pipeline Operator - Associate will be part of an on‑site operations team supporting assets near the Williston Stateline Gathering location, with an expected reporting location at a new station approximately 30 minutes north of Williston. Candidates located in or near the Williston area are preferred, though reporting location flexibility may be considered within the existing team depending on candidate location and business needs.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who is safety-minded, dependable, trainable, and eager to learn pipeline operations from the ground up. The team is looking for a strong culture fit who can collaborate well with others, follow procedures, communicate effectively, prioritize assignments, and respond quickly and appropriately to operational or emergency situations. Prior exposure to natural gas or liquids operations, construction methods, pipeline maintenance, or related field work is helpful, but the ability and willingness to learn are especially important for success in this associate-level role.

This position is on‑site in Williston, North Dakota, and may include travel to other locations within the assigned geographic region. Typical work schedule is Monday - Friday, 8 hour days with a rotating on call schedule. This position is typically on call for one week every 4-6 weeks. ONEOK offers a $1,500 monthly geographic allowance for this location, which is taxable as income.

Job Profile Summary

Assist with or perform activities related to gas and/or liquids pipeline system operations.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Assist with and/or perform operations and maintenance activities on systems including compressor stations, gas storages, dehydration facilities, pumping facilities, measurement facilities, and related equipment which may include, but is not limited to:

• Startup and shutdown
• Pigging
• Collecting liquids
• Changing charts
• Gauging tanks
• Locating and marking lines
• Monitoring cathodic protection/basic pipe coatings
• Leakage survey/patrolling pipelines
• Blowing drips
• Dispatching line locates
• Construction watch

Monitor usage and/or replace lubricants, fluids, inhibitors, chemicals, etc., as needed to ensure safe and efficient operation of equipment

• Assist in calculations, compile, and/or prepare information and reports including, but not limited to: Gas/liquid flow and quality
• Maintenance and/or repair logs
• Samples (gas/liquids)
• Pipeline/corrosion activities
• Appropriate regulatory requirements
• Construction inspection

Drive and ensure maintenance is complete on company vehicles

React immediately to emergency situations to prevent injury to self and others

Responsibilities may include Department of Transportation (DOT) covered functions, including operations, maintenance, or emergency response on a pipeline. Job duties also require the employee to be alert and respond immediately to dangerous or hazardous conditions, and where impaired performance, or failure to follow safety precautions, could result in serious injury or property damage.

Education

None Required.

Work Experience

Experience, training and/or knowledge of: Company and governmental operating/safety procedures and environmental regulations

Characteristics of natural gas and liquids

Pigging pipelines, blowing drips, gauging tanks, and collecting liquids

Construction methods

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of: cathodic protection/corrosion control activities

Ability to: establish, prioritize assignments and complete assignments in a timely manner with supervision

Ability to: interact, negotiate, communicate and/or exchange written and verbal information and instructions

Ability to: use tools and equipment including computers and related software

Ability to: apply basic arithmetic to include addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division

Licenses and Certifications

None required

Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements

Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.

Strength Factor Description - Physical Demands/Requirements

Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work sta