Pipeline Technician

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair work on oil and/or gas pipelines, metering stations and related equipment.
• Job responsibilities such as pig launching, I&E, receiving, measurement, valve actuator repairs, and equipment maintenance (compressors, generators, water makers), depending on location or asset.
• Meter proving for effective measurement performance and predictability.
• Maintenance, repair, calibration and troubleshooting of electrical and pneumatic equipment and PLC-based safety systems.
• Troubleshoot, maintain and repair applicable flow systems, e.g., OMNI 6100.
• Install, maintain, and calibrate dry flow chart recorders and electronic flow meters (EFMs), and run chromatograph analysis on measurement stations
• Review gas measurement charts and volumes for accuracy; detect measurement error, correct volumes as needed and provide supporting documentation
• Install, inspect, test, adjust, maintain, operate, troubleshoot, repair, and calibrate measurement, control, regulation, and gas quality equipment, e.g., meters, provers, flow computers.
• Collect gas samples in compliance with partnership safety and industry guidelines
• Monitor gas and liquid product volumes through the measurement system, ensure all corrections are applied and proper qualities are applied
• Perform operator and technician services as directed and in accordance with specific project work plan and operating procedures.
• Serve as first responder to pipeline emergencies.
• Respond to and resolve one-call tickets.
• Review and update station isometric drawings.
• Use proper tools and equipment to perform integrity management and regulatory tasks on pipeline.
• Perform general upkeep and maintenance tasks, safety checks, and inspections of assigned facilities and equipment, e.g., control panels, heater treaters, compressors, tanks, scrubbers on offshore platform
• Knowledge of and adherence to safety and environmental guidelines and requirements when performing job duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Education and Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Strong verbal and written and communication skills in English.
• Technical schooling in electrical or related field preferred.
• Pipeline experience with meter proving and pipeline pigging experience. Assigned job level (I, II or III) based on skills and experience.
• Minimum two years oil and/or gas pipeline with demonstrated knowledge of pipeline regulations.
• I&E, measurement, or related work experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of applicable EPA, DOT, RRC, OSHA, NEC, AGA, API and GPA requirements and procedures preferred.
• Possess and maintain required certifications for work location, e.g., PHMSA Operator Qualification, HUET, TWIC Card.
• Strong interpersonal skills including ability to work cooperatively and effectively with internal and external colleagues and stakeholders.
• Flexible and adaptable team player.
• Ability to work independently, adapt, deal with interruptions, prioritize and complete assignments under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Must be able to travel and work assigned schedule including overtime, call-out and on call.