Pipeliner Trainee

Energy Transfer LP; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 82,656,000 - 85,411,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Transfer LP in Lima, Ohio, seeks a Pipeliner to repair and maintain pipelines, perform right-of-way work, and support pump stations and delivery facilities. The role includes gauging at meter stations, assisting technicians, and responding to call-outs with some travel.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and pipeline experience is preferred. Applicants must be willing to work overtime and hold a valid driver’s license for equipment operation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year service as a Pipeliner or five years relevant industry experience preferred.
• Must be able to work overtime and respond to emergencies.
• Self-reliant, dependable, and able to maintain harmonious relations.
• Able to perform heavy physical labor outdoors and in safety conditions.

Responsibilities

• Performs duties related to general pipeline construction and maintenance (digging ditches, clearing right-of-way, coating pipe, fencing).
• Runs scrapers, operates small portable pumps, and repairs pipeline leaks.
• Inspects and maintains station grounds, loads/unloads materials, and uses tools safely.
• Operates company vehicles up to 10,000 GVW; uses pipe saws and hot-tap machines as directed.
• Reads maps, locates lines, signs right-of-way, and interacts with landowners.

Skills

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Reading maps

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Pipeline industry experience (1 year or 5 years preferred)

Tools

Pipe saws

Hot-tap machines

Hand and power tools

Driver's license

Job description

Summary

The Pipeliner can work independently to repair and maintain all pipe lines and appurtenances and performs work incidental to the daily operation and maintenance of pump stations and delivery facilities. Responsible for right-of-way maintenance including line-marking. Participates in construction projects as needed. This position performs all gauging activities at meter stations, assists technicians and relieves the Measurement Technician. Must be willing to respond to call-outs and travel.

*This role has an entry pay rate of $28.91 per hour.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs duties related to general pipeline construction and maintenance such as, but not limited to digging ditches, clearing right-of-way, coating pipe, building and repairing fences.
• Work also involves running scrapers, operating small portable pumps and repairing pipeline leaks. This position also installs right-of-way signs and markers and provides inspection of contract employees performing maintenance activities.
• Does general maintenance of station grounds such as mowing, trimming, and cutting weeds. Loads and unloads heavy materials related to pipeline equipment.
• Operates Company vehicles up to 10,000 GVW such as trucks and tractors. Also uses pipe saws, hot-tap machines etc. as directed. Cleans office and shop facilities.
• Interfaces with land owners, reads maps, locates lines and performs one calls.
• Responsible for helping maintain safe and healthful working conditions by exercising sound judgment and complying with safety regulations and standards.
• Performs relief gauging and tank inspection requiring working at heights up to 50 feet above ground level.
• As directed, relieves in all higher-rated hourly classifications where qualified normally within that respective work area. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor

Special Considerations

• Must reside within 45 miles of reporting location. The described job duties are a framework in which work will be assigned. This description is not inclusive of all responsibilities or job assignments. This position will require extended off-hour duties at times.

Requirements

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year service as a Pipeliner or five years relevant industry experience, preferred
• Must be able to work overtime as assigned and respond to emergency response activities as needed.
• Must be self-reliant, dependable, and able to maintain harmonious working relations with co-workers.
• Must write legibly, maintain neat appearance, be accurate in math, and maintain a good safety attitude and record.
• The ability to work outdoors in extreme weather and perform heavy physical labor in a safe manner.
• Must be able to perform heavy physical work, and perform duties in a safe and efficient manner.
• A good knowledge of a variety of hand and power tools and operate with them in a safe manner.
• Must have a valid driver's license in the state of residence to operate various classes of equipment.

Working Conditions

• Lifting up to 50 lbs. occasionally
• Driving, walking, and standing frequently
• Exposure to adverse weather, cramped conditions and some heavy lifting
• Visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment
• Occasional overnight travel may be required