Pipeliner Trainee - 2410002737

The Pipeliner can work independently to repair and maintain all pipe lines and appurtenances and performs work incidental to the daily operation and maintenance of pump stations and delivery facilities. Responsible for right-of-way maintenance including line-marking. Participates in construction projects as needed. This position performs all gauging activities at meter stations, assists technicians and relieves the Measurement Technician. Must be willing to respond to call-outs and travel.

• Performs duties related to general pipeline construction and maintenance such as, but not limited to digging ditches, clearing right-of-way, coating pipe, building and repairing fences.
• Work also involves running scrapers, operating small portable pumps and repairing pipeline leaks. This position also installs right-of-way signs and markers and provides inspection of contract employees performing maintenance activities.
• Does general maintenance of station grounds such as mowing, trimming, and cutting weeds. Loads and unloads heavy materials related to pipeline equipment.
• Operates Company vehicles up to 10,000 GVW such as trucks and tractors. Also uses pipe saws, hot-tap machines etc. as directed. Cleans office and shop facilities.
• Interfaces with land owners, reads maps, locates lines and performs one calls.
• Responsible for helping maintain safe and healthful working conditions by exercising sound judgment and complying with safety regulations and standards.
• Performs relief gauging and tank inspection requiring working at heights up to 50 feet above ground level.
• As directed, relieves in all higher-rated hourly classifications where qualified normally within that respective work area. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements:

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year service as a Pipeliner or five years relevant industry experience.
• Must be able to work overtime as assigned and respond to emergency response activities as needed.
• Must be self-reliant, dependable, and able to maintain harmonious working relations with co-workers.
• Must write legibly, maintain neat appearance, be accurate in math, and maintain a good safety attitude and record.
• The ability to work outdoors in extreme weather and perform heavy physical labor in a safe manner.
• Must be able to perform heavy physical work, and perform duties in a safe and efficient manner.
• A good knowledge of a variety of hand and power tools and operate with them in a safe manner.
• Must have a valid driver's license in the state of residence to operate various classes of equipment.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in pipeline operations and relief gauging is highly desirable.

License/Certification:

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) highly preferred

Special Considerations:

• Must reside within 45 miles of reporting location. The described job duties are a framework in which work will be assigned. This description is not inclusive of all responsibilities or job assignments. This position will require extended off-hour duties at times.

EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $1.00 - $2.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• equipment actuation: 1 year (Required)
• block valve: 1 year (Required)
• pipeliner: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person