Pipeline Operator I

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION The Pipeline Operator I is responsible for the safe operation troubleshooting repair and maintenance of natural gas and crude oil gathering pipelines and associated facilities such as tanks LACT units pumps compressors dehydration units JT fuel skids and separators located throughout the Canes G&P and Logistics assets This position must continually strive to maintain the highest standards for safety excellence leadership and professionalism while supporting the policies goals and objectives of Canes Midstream ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Operate troubleshoot and maintain crude oil pipelines and storage facilities including pumps tanks LACT units pneumatic and electronic controls and associated pipes and valvesPigging crude pipelines and gauging crude oil tanksMonitor RVP of oil product and operate centrifuge to monitor crude BS&WShake out oil pots witness meter proving take readings from LACT units and prepare paperwork for end of month close outOperate troubleshoot and maintain natural gas pipelines and associated compressor stations including TEG dehydration units natural gas fired multi stage reciprocating compressors JT fuel skids separators meters control valves regulators pneumatic and electronic controls and associated pipes and valvesPigging HP and LP steel and poly natural gas pipelinesStart and shutdown load and unload troubleshoot issues and adjust cooler louvers on natural gas fired multi stage reciprocating compressorsRebuild liquid level control valves and other pneumatic control equipmentRespond in a timely manner to 811 and other line locate request Use line locator and probe to identify and mark Canes pipelines Coordinate locates with customers and 3rd party contractorsWork closely with Gas Control to control flow on regulated pipelinesWork closely with engineering and construction to build new pipelines and associated equipmentAdhere to Canes Policies and Procedures as well as applicable industry standards and practicesPerform any other related duties as requested or assigned by supervisor QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill andor abilityies required Ability to work independently with minimal supervisionRequires excellent communication collaboration skillsProficiency in MS Outlook and Excel is requiredMust reside in San AngeloBig LakeSterling City Texas vicinityStrong mechanical skills are requiredKnowledge of natural gas gathering and compressionKnowledge of crude oil gathering storage and deliveryMay be subject to successful completion of DOT drug screenEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE High School graduate or equivalentMinimum of 12 18 months verifiable experience in any combination of natural gas or crude oil operationsREQUIRED CERTIFICATES LICENSES REGISTRATIONS Must have a valid Texas Drivers License and maintain insurability with corporate insurance companyMust successfully complete all required pre employment testingPHYSICAL ACTIVITIES The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations The employee must occasionally lift andor move up to 100 pounds The employee must be able to climb ladders and stairs including stairs for a 10000 Bbl tank Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions While performing the functions of this job the employee is routinely exposed to work in potentially flammable or hazardous atmospheres; near moving mechanical parts; in varying weather conditions typical of West Texas; in varying hours due to on call rotation; in high noise and vibration areas; and wearing varying degrees of personal protective equipment