Operations Technician- Goodrich

Overview

LOCATION: Goodrich, Texas

TITLE: Operations Technician - Goodrich

POSITION SUMMARY: This role is responsible for the day-to-day operations and maintenance of natural gas pipeline systems to include gathering/residue pipelines, operating compression, dehydration, control systems, electrical generation, and some plant facilities. Presents a positive and professional image to customers, vendors, employees, and the public.

• Assumes the responsibility of operating pipelines and associated equipment such as dehydrators, treating equipment, fluid separating equipment, valves, gas/liquid measurement equipment, pumps, etc. Operating the equipment and system may include, but is not limited to:
  • Pigging and/or directing activities to pig pipelines used for natural gas, condensate and produced water gathering.
  • Start-up/shutdown of equipment.
  • Adjusting controls to bring equipment into recommended or prescribed operating ranges.
  • Visually inspecting equipment and controls at periodic intervals to detect malfunctions or need for repair, adjustment, or lubrication.
  • De-pressuring equipment and pipelines.
  • Purging/pressurizing equipment and pipelines.
  • Performing gas leakage surveys.
  • Locating and marking underground pipelines and monitor construction activity along the ROW.
  • Implements safe work practices and a proactive safety culture while ensuring safety for the employee, the public, and the environment at all times.
  • Keeps Gas Control advised of any operational changes to the pipeline or equipment, as well as any safety related conditions.
  • Ensures regulatory compliance and record keeping requirements are met and continually monitored. The regulations include but are not limited to the Department of Transportation, Railroad Commission, and Operator Qualification plans.
  • Reads, monitors, and records various conditions such as pressures, temperatures, hours of operation, fuel consumed, water levels, and monitors gauges.
• Performs minor maintenance on equipment, including but not limited to, dehydration equipment, fluid separating equipment, valves, pumps, etc.
• Maintains sites in clean condition including picking up trash, taking out trash, controlling weeds, minor painting, etc.
• Changes out gauges, valves, filters, and other components as needed.
• Continually meeting the demands and improving upon the needs of customers.
• Directs and supervises contract labor involved in pipeline maintenance activities.
• Collaborates with supervision on new and improved ideas for an always changing pipeline system.

• Computer Literacy
• Problem Solving Skills
• High Integrity
• Communication Skills
• Teamwork/Team Player
• Self-Motivated
• Critical Thinking Skills

• High School diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• 3 years of natural gas processing, compression and/or pipeline experience
• Must pass criminal history background check.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test, and will be subject to random, for-cause, and post-accident drug testing, in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
• Must have valid driver’s license and be insurable under Momentum’s vehicle insurance policy.

Momentum Midstream Management LLC offers a very extensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental and vision insurance;
Life, AD&D, Short and Long Term Disability; and a 401(k) with company match. Momentum Midstream Management LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.