Pipeline Technician - Entry Level

Pipeline Technician – Entry Level

USA De Busk

Classification: Non-Exempt.

Department: Industrial Services.

Reports to: Branch Manager.

Important Note: Please do not apply if you have no experience within the Oil and Gas industry and are not willing nor capable of travelling for any extended periods of time.

Company Overview: Farr Front Pipeline, a USA DeBusk company, offers comprehensive pipeline integrity services, with advanced technologies, purpose-built systems and rental equipment, experienced project management, and an uncompromising commitment to safety. We are a trusted resource for pigging, fluid filtration, temporary flaring, chemical cleaning and treating, lab analysis, hydrotesting, commissioning/decommissioning, and project management.

• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Always operate and maintain company vehicles and equipment to ensure personal and equipment safety.
• Make all reasonable and safe repairs.
• Control and minimize repair expenses through a strong preventive maintenance program.
• Comply with HS&E policies and safety program.
• Act in a professional manner while representing Farr Front Pipeline.
• Assist in equipment maintenance, pre-job and post-job.
• Assist with loading and unloading equipment, on job sites and in shop.
• Complete all required paperwork.
• Assist in rigging up temporary equipment on job sites and in shop (e.g., temporary piping, pig traps, separators, flares).
• Assist in pipeline pigging operations (e.g., pig launching and receiving, liquid separation).
• Other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager or Field Supervisor.

• High school diploma or GED.
• No criminal background (screens will be performed).
• Valid driver's license.
• Clean motor vehicle record; no more than 2 speeding tickets in the last 3 years.
• Willingness to travel out of state.
• TWIC card preferred.
• Strong work ethic.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Good communication skills.
• Team player.
• Timeliness.
• Commitment to safety.

The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, and taste or smell. The Pipeline Technician frequently is required to sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and talk and hear. They must regularly lift or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift or move 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust and focus.

The Pipeline Technician works outdoors in all weather conditions and frequently in hazardous environments. FRC's are required to be worn. The technician may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, and noise levels are usually moderate. There will be extensive travel and time away from home; compensation includes hourly pay with overtime and daily per diem based on job location.

USA DeBusk is an equal opportunity employer, and we thrive on our differences for the benefit of our employees, customers, and community. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all decisions related to hiring, training, and promotion regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any legally protected characteristic or class.

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full‑time
Job function:
Management and Manufacturing
Industries:
Oil and Gas