Pipeline Operators

City of Lincoln; Keene (ND); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lincoln is hiring Pipeline Operators in the Keene, ND area to perform daily inspections and oversee LACT facilities. The role requires on‑call availability, weekend shifts, and coordination with contractors to maintain safe, efficient operations.

Candidates should have at least four years of pipeline experience, strong problem-solving and communication skills, and be proficient with Microsoft Office. Local residence near Keene is preferred for timely response and duty coverage.

Qualifications

• Four or more years of pipeline experience with gas and/or liquid operations.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Daily inspection of LACT facilities and operation.
• Oversee LACT proving activities conducted by contractors.
• Perform routine maintenance and housekeeping in facilities.
• Observe and interpret data from SCADA and field instruments.
• Coordinate with contractors and other departments; ensure safety and compliance.

Skills

Problem solving

Written & verbal communication

Office software

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Location 123 main,Keene, ND, 58847,United States
• Employee Type Field
• Manage Others No

Description

• Daily inspection of Company owned Lease Automatic Custody Transfer (LACT) facilities.
• Oversee oil LACT proving activities conducted by third party contractors.
• Perform routine maintenance in LACT facilities.
• Perform shake outs or grind outs using Company furnished testing equipment.
• Perform general house keeping duties inside Company operated facilities and equipment.
• Perform routine right-of-way (ROW) inspections.
• Replacement of ROW pipeline markers.
• Conduct pipeline locates using Company furnished equipment.
• Capable of performing pipeline pigging operations.
• Oversee the work of outside contractors on Company property and/or within Company facilities.
• Coordinate with other Company departments, work groups and outside contractors.
• Ensures continuous operation of equipment by following preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer’s instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, maintaining equipment inventories, and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Inspects piping and equipment for safety problems, leaks, wear and tear, and makes or recommends appropriate repairs and maintenance.
• Maintains safe, clean and healthy work environment by practicing pipeline standards, adhering to legal regulations, and conducting inspections.
• Monitors and maintains logs of meter readings, test results, and adjustments made.
• Capable of observing and interpreting information displayed within Company’s Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) System
• Adheres to the company’s values – integrity, ownership, urgency, alignment and innovation.
• Supports company vision and mission.
• Adheres to established work schedule, attendance standards and is punctual to work and meetings.

Ability to be available 24 hours per day (on call for questions, emergencies, etc.).

Maintains employee confidence and protects company assets, including intellectual property, by keeping information confidential.

Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Other duties as assigned by management.

Will be required to be on call for one weekend each month. Will be required to be available the 1st day of each month.

Requirements

• Four (4) years minimum pipeline experience with a combination of Gas and Liquid pipeline operations.
• Ability to accurately solve problems.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, other departments, officials, and the public.
• Ability to perform work assignments with little or no supervision.
• Ability to complete multiple, diverse tasks of differing priorities.
• Ability to accurately perform tasks.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in the use and application of the following software: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word & Outlook).
• Ability to make independent, rational decisions, as required.
• Ability to work alone and highly motivated.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle in and around process areas and in poor weather conditions.
• Ability to consider safety in all decisions.
• Self-starter, team player, and comfortable working under pressure.
• Ability to lift objects weighing up to 70 lbs.
• Preferred to live within 50 miles of Company field office in Keene, ND.

Summary

Now Hiring Pipeline Operators (Keene, ND Area)