Pipeline Technician
Howard County, Texas, United States
• Perform minor repairs and assist with major repairs on compression and related equipment• Testing for O2, H20 and H2S levels in gas streams• Fill out applicable work/hot work permits, attend and participate in tailgate sessions with others involved in work site activities• Inspect, maintain, and operate facilities including pipelines, valves, filters, pumps, gas compressors, storage tanks, and pump station equipment in a reliable and efficient manner while in compliance with the Partnership's procedures and regulatory requirements• Oil and Gas pipeline pigging• Oil and Gas pipeline purging• Cathodic Protection Surveys• Protection surveys• Leak surveys on oil and gas pipelines• ROW Patrols• Annual block valve inspection and greasing• Oversee third party contractor while construction is being preformed. New construction as well as anomaly work• Blowdown pipelines for construction purposes• Assist in launching and receiving smart tools• Be familiar with location coordinates• Conduct Damage Prevention activities including pipeline patrols, one-calls, locating and marking pipelines, and inspecting line crossings, excavations, and other activities affecting the pipeline• Maintain working knowledge of regulatory requirements, perform required tasks, and complete associated documentation (OSHA, DOT, EPA, etc.)• Plan, organize, and prioritize assigned responsibilities and coordinate work with employees and contractors• Coordinate and communicate with outside parties including landowners, public agencies, contractors, utilities, and other pipeline operators• Actively participate and provide leadership in safety programs and initiatives and follow policies and procedures• Provide on-call support for areas of responsibility on a rotating basis• Comply with partnership safety policies and procedures• Perform energy isolation lockout/tagout procedures (LOTO)• Other duties assigned