Technician, Pipeline (Gallion, AL)

Ngl Energy Partners; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Enterprise Products Partners L.P. is seeking a Pipeline Technician to locate and mark buried pipelines, enforce safety and damage-prevention policies, and support terminal operations in Alabama.

The role requires the ability to read maps, use locators, and lift up to 60 lbs while working outdoors in varying weather conditions. Responsibilities include coordinating with excavators, reviewing proposed excavations, and assisting with maintenance and safety training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Meet requirements of Operator Qualification Program and perform identified tasks.
• Meet requirements of Process Safety Management Program and perform identified tasks.
• Strong teamwork and effective communication with coworkers and the public.

Responsibilities

• Accurately locate and mark buried pipelines using line locators and manual devices.
• Enforce excavation, one-call, and damage prevention policies; stop-work if unsafe.
• Resolve questions near assets within the one-call system.
• Ensure right-of-way signage meets company requirements.
• Assist with Damage Prevention outreach and safety meetings.
• Assist with terminal operations and maintenance of pumps and motors.

Skills

Operator Qualification

Reading maps

MS Office

Team player

Valid driver's license

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Enterprise Products Partners L.P. is one of the largest publicly traded partnerships and a leading North American provider of midstream energy services to producers and consumers of natural gas, NGLs, crude oil, refined products and petrochemicals. Our services include: natural gas gathering, treating, processing, transportation and storage; NGL transportation, fractionation, storage and import and export terminals; crude oil gathering, transportation, storage and terminals; petrochemical and refined products transportation, storage and terminals; and a marine transportation business that operates primarily on the United States inland and Intracoastal Waterway systems.

The partnership’s assets include approximately 50,000 miles of pipelines; 260 million barrels of storage capacity for NGLs, crude oil, refined products and petrochemicals; and 14 billion cubic feet of natural gas storage capacity.

The Pipeline Technician complies with all Federal and State regulations and Company policies and procedures to accurately locate and prevent damage to company pipelines. The candidate must also effectively use maps, alignment sheets, and drawings to identify and mark affected company pipelines. They will contact excavators or landowners as necessary to review proposed excavation, use an electronic locator to locate the pipeline(s), probe and stake pipeline(s), monitor excavations and complete crossing report(s) to prevent damage to company pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Accurately locating and marking buried pipelines using electronic line locator and manual devices.
• Enforcing the company’s excavation, one-call, and damage prevention policies including exercising stop work obligation if unsafe conditions exist.
• Resolving conflicts, questions or concerns related to excavations occurring near company assets that are within the one-call system.
• Ensuring right-of-way signage meets company requirements.
• Assisting with community Damage Prevention and Public Awareness meetings.
• Assisting with Aerial Patrol Programs and as requested by Operations.
• Launches and receives cleaning pigs and assist with the launch and receiving of smart tools.
• Oversee contractors working on company assets.
• Assist with the operation of Terminal assets.
• Assist with routine maintenance of pumps and electric motors.
• Performs remedial and preventative maintenance, maintains facility appearance and safety through good housekeeping practices.
• Attend all safety meetings and safety training courses as required by Company and regulatory agencies.
• Performs regulatory inspections and any other duties assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
• Meet requirements of Company Operator Qualification Program and perform identified covered tasks and remain compliant.
• Meet requirements of Company Process Safety Management Program and perform identified covered tasks and remain compliant.
• Great team player who interacts his/her effectively with co-workers, customers, and the public, whether in a group or in independent cooperative activities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Must be willing and able to perform essential functions of this position in an outdoor environment under variables such as inclement weather conditions (extreme heat, cold, wind and precipitation), variable heights, and unstable terrain.
• Must successfully complete all pre-employment screening requirements; including, but not limited to criminal and employment background checks, DOT drug screen.
• Able to read and understand maps, prints, drawings, and technical manuals.
• Climbs and works at various heights and may work in a standing, sitting, lying down, crouched, or kneeling position. Must be able to lift 60lbs. from ground level.
• Possess basic computer skills and be proficient in MS Office applications.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to prioritize and respond to multiple requests from several sources.
• Ability to work with or without direct supervision and alone or as part of a team.
• Proficiency with and ability to utilize and operate hand, pneumatic and hydraulic tools.
• Required to participate in the Respiratory Protection Program and wear respirator to perform tasks.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must live or relocate within 1 hour of reporting time.
• Monday – Friday 8 hr./day normal work schedule.
• The ability to take callouts and work overtime is required.
• The ability to travel domestically up to 10% of the time is required.

Location & Schedule

Primary Location: USA-Alabama-Gallion

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time

Unposting Date: Ongoing

Organization: Operations

Job: Pipeline Operations

Job Level: Individual Contributon