What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pipeline Technician position at Energy Transfer Family of Partnerships?
Sunoco LP is a leading energy infrastructure and fuel distribution master limited partnership operating across 47 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Europe, and Mexico. The Partnership's midstream operations include an extensive network of approximately 9,500 miles of pipeline and over 100 terminals. This critical infrastructure complements the Partnership's fuel distribution operations, which serve approximately 10,000 convenience stores, independent dealers, commercial customers, and distributors.
At Sunoco, we take great pride in what we do and wholeheartedly believe our employees drive success for our company and our customers. We are always looking for the best and brightest talent and we are committed to making your job a challenging and rewarding experience.
Summary
Area operations of pipelines which include maintenance and repair of pump station and all equipment related to the operation of the pipeline, rights of way associated with the pipeline, one calls, supervision of contract crews, attend public awareness meetings for the area of responsibility. Help other Sunoco employees when needed.
Major Accountabilities:
Meets all SUNOCO hiring requirements
Complete basic training and reporting requirements (i.e. Safety training, ADP -time sheet entry, CBT, Concur, Begin OQ Qualifications, etc.)
Electrical and mechanical experience preferred (if applicable)
Safely locate, probe, and mark the location of underground utilities and pipelines.
Safely drive a company provided vehicle.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Climbing at least 60 feet on stairs at least a few times per week.
Climbing at least 7 to 11 feet on ladders or scaffolding at least a few times per month.
Lifting objects weighing up to 50 lbs. at least a few times a week, with the expectations that an employee can lift up to 100 lbs. with assistance, when needed.
Carrying objects weighing up to 25 lbs. for up to 50 feet on a weekly basis.
Walking 100 yards or more over 10 times throughout the day, with the expectations that employees could walk regularly up to 300 yards at a time for a total of 2 miles or more during a shift.
Walking on steep inclines for up to 15 minutes at a time.
Working in a crouching position several times per day for up to an hour at a time.
Bending and stooping several times per day for up to 30 minutes at a time.
Bending and twisting for up to 30 minutes at a time, including manually digging with shovels.
Standing in one place for up to an hour at a time.
Sitting for up to two hours at a time.
Ability to wear all appropriate personal protection equipment, such as safety shoes, safety glasses, hard hat, flame-resistant clothing, hearing protection, respirator/breathing apparatus, and/or fall protection, as required by the job activities.
Ability to use or operate the hand tools, power tools, precision tools, measurement devices and other tools or equipment required by the job activities.
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- No experience required. Minimum 1 year of experience is preferred. A CDL or the ability to obtain a CDL is preferred. Ability to safely use the required hand/power tools necessary to complete basic tasks associated with pipeline, facility and pump station maintenance and repairs. Ability to work outside in all types of weather conditions and seasons. Willingness to respond to emergency situations on a 24 hour/365 day per year basis. Ability to follow directions and work independently with instructions and/or in a team environment.
Energy Transfer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law.The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.
DISCLAIMER: The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.