Pipeliner Trainee

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P.; Michigan; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking a Pipeliner in Michigan to repair and maintain pipelines and appurtenances. The candidate must have a high school diploma and be capable of heavy physical work. Responsibilities include general pipeline construction, operating vehicles, and ensuring safety compliance. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Benefits

World-class compensation

401(k) match

Profit sharing

PTO

Qualifications

• Must be able to work overtime and respond to emergencies.
• Self-reliant and dependable with good communication skills.
• Legibly write and maintain a neat appearance.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain pipelines and appurtenances.
• Perform general pipeline construction and maintenance.
• Operate Company vehicles and machinery safely.
• Maintain safe working conditions and comply with safety regulations.

Skills

Dependability

Ability to work in extreme weather

Safety attitude

Knowledge of hand and power tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Overview

Are you interested in joining our team? Chat with our digital assistant to learn more about our company and apply right from your mobile device. Text ETP to 25000 to get started or apply through this web posting if you prefer.

Energy Transfer, a Fortune 50 organization, recognized by Forbes as one of America’s best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America’s energy. We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children's Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, American Heart Association, Ronald McDonald House and many more. Come join our award-winning 10,000-strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!

This position comes with world-class compensation, benefits, 401(k) match, profit sharing, and PTO.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

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

• The Pipeliner can work independently to repair and maintain all pipelines and appurtenances and performs work incidental to the daily operation and maintenance of pump stations and delivery facilities; is the primary responder to all one calls, normal and emergency, in the designated area; responsible for right-of-way maintenance including line-marking as needed.
• Performs duties related to general pipeline construction and maintenance such as digging ditches, clearing right-of-way, coating pipe, building and repairing fences.
• Works with scrapers, operates small portable pumps and repairs pipeline leaks; installs right-of-way signs and markers and provides inspection of contract employees performing maintenance activities.
• Performs general maintenance of station grounds (mowing, trimming, weed control); loads and unloads heavy materials related to pipeline equipment.
• Operates Company vehicles up to 10,000 GVW (trucks/tractors); uses pipe saws, hot-tap machines, etc. as directed; cleans office and shop facilities.
• Interfaces with landowners, reads maps, locates lines and performs one calls.
• Maintains safe and healthful working conditions by exercising sound judgment and complying with safety regulations and standards.
• Performs relief gauging and tank inspection, including working at heights up to 50 feet.
• Relieves in higher-rated hourly classifications where qualified; performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Special Considerations

• Must reside within 45 miles of reporting location or be willing to relocate within the 45-mile radius.

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.
• 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.
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather and perform heavy physical labor safely.
• Must be able to perform heavy physical work and duties in a safe and efficient manner.
• Good knowledge of a variety of hand and power tools and ability to operate them safely.
• Must have a valid driver\'s license in the state of residence to operate various classes of equipment.
• Preferred: Minimum 1 year service as a Pipeliner or industry experience.

Equal Opportunity and Accommodations

Energy Transfer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Where feasible, reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.

An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet

The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. The Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.

DISCLAIMER: The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

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