Pipeline Technician: Field Maintenance & Controls

Enterprise Products; Arkansas; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Enterprise Products Partners L.P. in El Dorado, Arkansas, seeks a Pipeline Technician to maintain and operate pipeline assets, including valve manifolds, pig launchers/receivers, and control stations.

The role emphasizes preventive and remedial maintenance of instrumentation, valves, pumps, and electrical systems. You will work outdoors and indoors, follow safety procedures, and coordinate with the Area Supervisor to minimize downtime while meeting regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• VoTech certificate or associate degree in Electrical/Electronic or Instrumentation preferred.
• Knowledge of design and operation of liquid or gas pipelines.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• 2 years electrical maintenance experience with troubleshooting in pipeline facilities preferred.
• Knowledge of motor controls, pumps, regulators, MOVs, and electrical voltage.
• Basic math calculations and use of MS Word/Excel.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to work in various conditions and lift up to 75 lbs.
• Willingness to take on overtime and training.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair instrumentation, valves, and electrical systems (up to 4160V).
• Operate and maintain custody transfer measurement facilities and quality tests.
• Maintain centrifugal pumps and electric motors; bearing/seal replacement and alignments.
• Service mechanical equipment: valves, compressors, actuators.
• Assist with replacement of pumps, motors and valves; foundation work, alignment, testing, startup.
• Coordinate with Area Supervisor to minimize downtime and respond to trouble reports.
• Optimize work to minimize overtime where possible.
• Perform preventive maintenance and maintain safety and housekeeping.
• Cross-train with other technicians.
• Operate inline sampling equipment and assist with sampler pigs (cleaning pigs, smart pigs).
• Follow environmental regulations and company policies; meet Operator Qualification requirements.
• Attend training programs and safety meetings as required.

Skills

Pipeline knowledge

Electrical maintenance

Motor control centers

Pumps and valves

Basic math

MS Word & Excel

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Safety compliance

Overtime readiness

Driver's license

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

VoTech certificate orAssociate degree in Electrical/Electronic or Instrumentation

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Enterprise Products Partners L.P. in El Dorado, Arkansas, seeks a Pipeline Technician to maintain and operate pipeline assets, including valve manifolds, pig launchers/receivers, and control stations.

The role emphasizes preventive and remedial maintenance of instrumentation, valves, pumps, and electrical systems. You will work outdoors and indoors, follow safety procedures, and coordinate with the Area Supervisor to minimize downtime while meeting regulatory requirements.