Senior Pipeline Operator: Field Expert in Gas & Liquids

ONEOK, Inc.; Kansas; On-site; USD 78,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

ONEOK, Inc. is a Fortune 500 midstream operator based in Kansas. This full-time role covers advanced pipeline operations, maintenance, and emergency response across gas and liquids systems.

The job requires experience in measurement, cathodic protection, and compressor/pump station work, with strong safety and regulatory knowledge. The candidate will troubleshoot complex systems, perform data collection, and coordinate with contractors while ensuring DOT/EPA/OSHA compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience operating and maintaining pipeline systems and related equipment
• Exposure to measurement, cathodic protection and compressor/pump station operations
• Experience with pipeline maintenance and repair of equipment
• Knowledge of safety procedures and environmental regulations
• Ability to use and interpret Microsoft Excel, Project, Access, Word

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex pipeline operations and maintenance activities on systems
• Coordinate startup and shutdown processes
• Oversee pigging, gauging, line locating and marking
• Monitor and replace lubricants, fluids and inhibitors as needed
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and DOT requirements
• Coordinate construction watch and oversee activities as needed
• Communicate with officials, contractors, customers and landowners
• Drive and ensure maintenance on company vehicles

Skills

Pipeline operations

Troubleshooting

Safety procedures

Communication skills

Math/Calculations

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Word

Job description

ONEOK, Inc. is a Fortune 500 midstream operator based in Kansas. This full-time role covers advanced pipeline operations, maintenance, and emergency response across gas and liquids systems.

The job requires experience in measurement, cathodic protection, and compressor/pump station work, with strong safety and regulatory knowledge. The candidate will troubleshoot complex systems, perform data collection, and coordinate with contractors while ensuring DOT/EPA/OSHA compliance.