Description
Position Description:
This Utility Technician will provide support across various operations while gaining hands-on experience in pipeline operation and maintenance tasks. The Utility Technician will work closely with senior and experienced personnel to learn proper procedures, safety practices, and the day-to-day operations of our natural gas pipeline assets.
The Pipeline Utility Position Program aims to provide employees with targeted training and hands-on experience to advance through a career path that prepares them for various roles in pipeline operations. Employees will gain exposure to specialized roles, including Damage Prevention Technician, Pipeline Technician, Turbine Technician, Measurement Technician, Corrosion Technician, and I/E Technician. The program follows a structured timeline, progressing over 24 months from an entry Level 1 to Level 3 position, with each phase emphasizing specific training for technical expertise. This is a full-time permanent position.
Responsibilities:
- Learn to safely operate and care for a variety of tools, equipment, and vehicles used in daily operations.
- Assist in inventory and restocking of supplies and materials.
- Observe and follow all company safety rules and procedures, and wear required protective equipment.
- Participate in training sessions and safety meetings to gain knowledge of operations and procedures.
- Assist with performing Startup, Shutdown, and operation of various equipment/systems
- Assist with damage prevention activities including pipeline patrols, one-calls, locating and marking underground utilities, and inspecting line crossings, excavations, and other activities affecting Company facilities as required.
- Conducts routine inspection and operation of all equipment and pipelines.
- Responds to alarms and problems within the pipeline system and makes appropriate corrections.
- Conducts routine inspection of equipment and facilities.
- Performs or assists with a variety of Mechanical Maintenance and Repair duties.
- Assists with routine inspection, calibration and repair of end devices such as transmitters, switches, fire eyes, hazardous gas detection, level detection, loop tuning, etc.
- Assists with maintenance and repair mechanical equipment, instrumentation and electrical (I&E) equipment, and other equipment including, but not limited to valves, valve actuators, positioners, transmitters, motors, and compressors.
- Product composition and quality sampling and testing.
- Accurately complete documentation such as; timesheets, UpKeep work orders, and Job Safety Analysis.
- Support in basic facility upkeep tasks, such as cleaning, organizing tools, and preparing work areas.
- Effectively utilizes tools and tests equipment as needed.
- Performs and accurately documents regulatory required inspections.
- May oversee contractors providing specialty services (Quality Assurance, Quality Control).
- Reads and comprehends technical procedures, and / or governmental regulations
- Occasional travel including nights and weekends, as needed.
- Performs other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Associates degree in a technical field and/or at least 3 years equivalent work, preferred.
- Work experience in plant or pipeline operations, mechanical maintenance, I&E, or natural gas measurement, preferred.
- Ability to utilize Microsoft Office Suite tools.
- Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.
- Willing and able to work shift schedule.
- Willing and able to perform/comply with the following, with or without reasonable accommodation:
- Work overtime, nights, weekends, holidays, and varied shifts when required.
- Occasional overnight travel may be required.
- Be available for call-outs when needed.
- Work in loud environment.
- Regularly stoops, squats, kneels and crouches for durations up to 3 minutes.
- Periodically pulls/pushes doors open to move around the gas plant.
- Lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
- Occasionally exerts pulling force of 130 pounds.
- Occasionally may climb A-frame ladders.
Benefits: This position is located in Sealy, Texas area. Selected candidate is eligible for employer matched 401(k), medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D insurances and other benefit offerings.
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