Supervisor - Pipeline Ops

Energy Transfer; Watford City (ND); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Transfer in Watford City, ND seeks an Operations Supervisor to oversee pipeline technical maintenance. You will lead electrical, electronic and mechanical technicians and coordinate with shared services to maximize efficiency and reliability.

The role requires 8+ years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and working knowledge of DOT- OPS regulations. Travel and emergency response readiness are part of the job.

Qualifications

• High School or Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical components for liquid pipeline operations.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of DOT – OPS regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pipeline technical maintenance activities through direction of electrical/electronic and mechanical technicians and manage district technical projects.
• Provide guidance to resolve operational problems and coordinate with shared service departments.
• Support capital projects through project commissioning activities.
• Ensure equipment reliability and efficiency via preventative maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, policy and required maintenance inspections.
• Prepare and manage technical maintenance budgets and re-forecast as needed.
• Recommend system operational improvements through capital and expense projects.
• Support HES training and compliance with policies and procedures.
• Provide supervisory relief during pipeline emergencies or business needs.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Oral communication

Written communication

PLC programming

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

DOT-OPS regulations

Safety policies

PC skills

Education

HS diploma or Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

PLC programming

Job description

We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits,401(k) match with additional profit sharing,PTO and abundant career opportunities.

Come join our award winning over 12,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!

Summary

This position provides supervision of the pipeline technical maintenance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Position responsible for supervision of pipeline technical maintenance activities through the direction of electrical / electronic technicians, mechanical technicians, as well as perform project management for district technical projects.

Provide guidance to resolve operational problems as required. Work unified with shared service departments to maintain consistency with all areas of business and maximize benefits of all departments.

Support of capital projects through project commissioning activities.

Ensure equipment reliability and efficiency with the support and use of the preventative maintenance program.

Ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations, company policy and company required maintenance inspections.

Prepare and manage technical maintenance expense budget to complete required repairs/upgrades at a minimum cost and perform budget re-forecasting as appropriate.

Provide recommendations for system operational improvements through submission of capital and expense projects as part of the annual budgeting process.

Support and assist with all HES training activities, updates and compliance with HES policies and procedures.

Provide supervisory relief in various areas in the event of a pipeline emergency or business need.

Required Skills

Requirements

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

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

High School or Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

8+ years of relevant experience

Must possess knowledge of the electrical/electronic and mechanical components required for liquid pipeline operations.

Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills required.

Must be able to implement Company safety policies and procedures.

Must have excellent PC skills and be proficient with applicable software applications.

Knowledge of PLC’s and PLC programming, electrical systems, pumps, engines, motors, valves.

Must possess knowledge of DOT – OPS regulations including understanding of operator qualifications requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior supervisory experience preferred.

Special Considerations

Position subject to 24 hour call, 7 days per week and must have the capability of supervising outdoor technical maintenance activities that are subject to all climate conditions.

Ability to climb storage tanks and ladders, work safely in hazardous environments, and the ability to respond to emergency situations as required.

Position is also subject to travel throughout North Dakota or anywhere else temporarily assigned.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Usually, normal office working conditions.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.

Occasional overnight travel may be required.

Occasional 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.

Primary Location

United States-North Dakota-WATFORD CITY

Work Locations

Watford City ND (100000467) 12644 24th Street NW Watford City 58854

Job

Operations

Schedule

Regular

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 25 % of the Time

Job Posting

Oct 23, 2026, 3:55:43 PM

Energy Transfer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of any actual or perceived legally protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law. To view a notice describing federal equal opportunity laws.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact the EEO Coordinator at 713-989-2247. This number is for reasonable accommodation requests only.