Regional Pipelines Tech Ops Leader

Tallgrass; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Job summary

Tallgrass seeks a seasoned Equipment Operations Supervisor to lead technical support for crude oil, natural gas, and CO2 pipeline systems across multiple sites. You will oversee operations, maintenance, staffing, and regulatory compliance, driving safe, cost-efficient performance.

You will manage budgets, review procedures, and mentor staff while ensuring OQ program requirements and safety standards are met. Occasional travel and non-traditional hours are expected.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from an accredited institution in Engineering, Business or a related discipline.
• Minimum five (5) years direct work experience with technical support for crude oil/gas pipeline operations, including supervisory responsibility may be considered as a substitute for a degree.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license for travel.

Responsibilities

• Manage the technical support, including technical support staff, within a geographic region.
• Directly responsible for the operation and maintenance of equipment, instrumentation, pumps, vessels, pipelines, compressors, auxiliary equipment, engines, turbines, motors, cooling equipment, valves, seals, and other related equipment.
• Ensure the repair, modification, and maintenance of appropriate equipment, systems, and assets including the scheduling of such tasks.
• Monitor and refine programs, procedures, and equipment to ensure a safe environment exists for employees, customers, and the public.
• Review and recommend technological advancements for field operations.
• Manage all PHMSA and regulatory requirements, and be prepared to assist during any inspections or audits for the area of responsibility.

Skills

Math skills

Leadership

Communication

Operational excellence

Customer focus

Teamwork

Prioritization

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Tallgrass seeks a seasoned Equipment Operations Supervisor to lead technical support for crude oil, natural gas, and CO2 pipeline systems across multiple sites. You will oversee operations, maintenance, staffing, and regulatory compliance, driving safe, cost-efficient performance.

You will manage budgets, review procedures, and mentor staff while ensuring OQ program requirements and safety standards are met. Occasional travel and non-traditional hours are expected.