Job Title : Pipeline Operator

Schedule : /

Location : Pecos, Fort Stockton, Kermit, TX (No housing)

Pay : DOE

The Pipeline Operator is responsible for providing operational, technical and mechanical support for all facility equipment (Inspections, switching production, troubleshoot / maintenance of LACT units).

Pigging Operations and Maintenance will be a primary responsibility for this role. Operators are responsible for a variety of tasks involved in troubleshooting, testing, maintaining, installing, and repairing equipment within an assigned area.

Job Duties :

Responsible for petroleum product movements in and out of pipeline pump stations; uses tools and techniques to accurately assess, quantify and quality crude oil and / or refined products;

and is responsible for storage of products, and custody transfer activities with connecting carriers and customers.

• Perform pigging operations and provide all associated documentation.
• Maintain and operate pickup and equipment for pigging.
• Routinely inspects pumps and valves for proper operation.
• Performs monthly DOT tankage inspections, fire extinguisher inspections, and maintains associated records.
• Inspects perimeter fencing, locks, etc. to maintain proper facility, pipeline and ROW security and addresses and reports any infractions.
• Inspects and assures that routine and DOT compliance maintenance is performed on ROW, equipment and valves.
• Maintains communications with Pipeline Control Center
• Acts as witness to meter proving, crude oil shipment from lease to delivery point and run pipeline pigs as needed.
• Perform other pipeline related tasks or projects as deemed necessary by Operations Supervisor
• Troubleshoot and maintain LACT units when assigned.

Requirements :

• Candidate must reside in Kermit, Pecos, Texas or Jal, NM; Housing NOT available
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• years of Pipeline Operator / Tech experience or the maintenance and operation of Refined Products Pipelines, Terminals, Pump Stations
• Must have proficiency and knowledge of pigging operations and all proper documentation of
• Maintain / Operate pickup and equipment for pigging.
• Knowledge of troubleshooting and maintenance of LACT Units
• Operational Qualification Certification preferred; Will be a requirement for position.
• Must maintain a clean driving record, maintain company vehicle and abide by vehicle policies.
• Must be available to work callouts and emergency callouts.
• Must meet all conditional job offer requirements including background, drug, hair follicle, MVR, agility and fit for duty.

Physical Demands :

• Utilize multi-limb coordination and flexibility combined with control precision to perform fine motor skills including : finger manipulation, grasping, feeling, arm-hand steadiness, in order to push, pull or lift objects.
• Exerting to pounds of force occasionally, and / or to pounds of force frequently, and / or to pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Work involves climbing at heights at or above six feet.
• Auditory attention and hearing sensitivity is required, as candidates must possess the ability to distinguish various sounds that serve as key maintenance indicators.
• Must employ the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by the company’s Environmental, Health, and Safety policies.

Work Environment :

• Full exposure to extreme weather changes and humidity / moisture relative to atmospheric condition variations. Includes exposure to extreme summer and winter temperatures, as well as rain, sleet, and snow.
• Full exposure to dust, chemicals, gases, fumes, smoke, excessive noise, and / or vibrations.
• Work generally performed in an industrial environment (indoor or outdoor) with various hazards and noise exposure.
• Travel may be required for assignments, meetings, and training.
• The job also requires availability for rotating on-call schedule, occasional unscheduled call-outs and extended workdays and / or workweeks.
• Overtime, Weekend and / or Holiday hours may be required.

Why work for Danos?

Danos offers competitive wages, sustainable health benefits, K company match, and opportunities for employee development.

Last updated : 2024-05-24