Pipeline Operator – Field Tech, On-Call & Safety‑Focused

Summit Midstream Corporation; Grover (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Paid Holidays

Discretionary Performance Bonus

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (employer)

Flexible Benefit Plan

Basic Term Life Insurance

Voluntary Term Life and AD&D Insurance

Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Hospital Indemnity & Critical Illness

Wellness Incentive Program

6% Retirement Plan Match

Job summary

Summit Midstream is seeking a Pipeline Operator to oversee and perform operations, inspection, maintenance, and repairs of natural gas pipelines, compression, and related facilities.

The role requires strong safety discipline, the ability to work independently, and coordination with external entities. Candidates should have a high school diploma and 2–5+ years of pipeline experience, plus a valid driver’s license. Pre-employment checks apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 to 5+ years of general pipeline experience in natural gas or related industry.
• Ability to read and utilize drawings, schematics and alignment sheets.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Maintain scheduled pigging operations, launcher/receiver maintenance and equipment inventory.
• Inspect, maintain and repair pipelines, compression and measurement facilities.
• On-call responsibility for areas as needed.
• Maintain knowledge of regulatory requirements (OSHA, DOT) and document activities.
• Plan, organize and prioritize responsibilities and assign to others.
• Coordinate with landowners, emergency responders, contractors and other pipeline companies.
• Operate and assist in maintenance at compressor facilities.
• Perform pipeline patrols and coordinate crew activities at multiple locations.
• Use tools to remove or replace valves and understand riser locations and underground valves.
• Perform Lock-out/Tag-out procedures and write Safe Work Permits, and respond to emergencies.

Skills

Pipeline experience

Reading drawings

Leadership

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Line location tools

Schematic reading

Job description

Summit Midstream is seeking a Pipeline Operator to oversee and perform operations, inspection, maintenance, and repairs of natural gas pipelines, compression, and related facilities.

The role requires strong safety discipline, the ability to work independently, and coordination with external entities. Candidates should have a high school diploma and 2–5+ years of pipeline experience, plus a valid driver’s license. Pre-employment checks apply.