Pipeline Technician

Job Code

RQ105358

Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment, including pipeline right‑of‑way, and gather or storage areas, including but not limited to excavating, repairing, coating and back filling pipelines, concrete work, painting, building erection, weed control, etc.

• Maintain, adjust, make minor repairs, and operate equipment (e.g., industrial wheeled tractors, water pumps, air compressors, expanders, coolers, test equipment, vehicles, etc.)
• Represent the Company during contacts with landowner/tenants, public officials/emergency officials and at local meetings. (One Call, Pipeline Groups, Soil Conservation, USFS, etc.)
• Oversee construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties.
• Train and oversee company and third‑party personnel as required.
• Perform governmental compliance activities (DOT, State Agencies, EPA, USFS, etc.).
• Actively participate in safety programs and initiatives.
• Participate in the development of O&M Procedures, Site Specific Procedures, project scopes and work plans.
• Complete all applicable documentation and record keeping.
• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, regulatory, and Company tariff requirements.
• Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence.
• Other duties as assigned.

• A minimum of a High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Basic computer skills (knowledge of MS Office, various operating systems, and other company software).
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals).
• Knowledge of operating costs and best practices associated with the equipment in area of responsibility.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, P&IDs, and other diagrams.
• Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids and high and low pressure systems.

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.
• May be required to achieve and maintain certifications as required to perform job duties and applicable to the job classification.
• Completion of any site specific technical training may be applicable.

George West, Texas, United States of America.

4 10s

• Lift with 2 hands from floor to knuckles: 72 lbs × 2 (with 12‑sec rest intervals between lifts)
• Lift with 2 hands from floor to waist: 72 lbs × 2 (with 12‑sec rest intervals between lifts)
• Lift with 2 hands from floor to shoulders: 60 lbs × 2 (with 12‑sec rest intervals between lifts)
• Lift with 2 hands from floor to crown: 30 lbs × 2 (with 12‑sec rest intervals between lifts)

• Push horizontally with hands placed between waist and mid‑chest level to generate a peak force of 120 lbs with two hands × 3.
• Pull horizontally with hands placed between waist and mid‑chest level to generate a peak force of 120 lbs with two hands × 3.

• Carry with 1 hand at self‑selected height: 72 lbs for a distance of 50 ft × 2; self‑paced and with a 60‑second rest period between carry tests.
• Carry at least 50 lbs with one hand for a minimum distance of 50 ft.

• Stair Climb:
  Climb up and down a total of 40 steps, self‑paced.
• Ladder climb Test:
  Climb up and down 14 rungs, self‑paced.

• Stooping and Twisting:
  From standing, perform alternate toe touches × 3 to each side, self‑paced but continuous. Test recipient should reach toward his/her toes on opposite side as far as possible but actual touching of toes not required.
• Kneeling:
  From standing, kneel on one knee, return to full standing and then kneel on opposite knee. Repeat kneeling test × 3, each knee, self‑paced but continuous.
• Sustained Squatting:
  From standing, lower body into a functional squat position. Hold the squat position for 30 seconds and then stand.
• Repetitive Squatting:
  Repeat squats × 3 reps, self‑paced, no hold time at end range.

How much do we pay (Base) $103,000–$121,000. Note that the pay range listed for this position is a good faith and reasonable…