What are the responsibilities and job description for the Damage Prevention Foreman position at Western Midstream?
Western Midstream is a master limited partnership formed to own, develop, acquire, and operate midstream assets. We are engaged in the business of gathering, compressing, treating, processing, and transporting natural gas; gathering, stabilizing, and transporting condensate, natural gas liquids (NGLs), and crude oil; and gathering, transporting, and disposing of produced water for our customers.
We operate or own equity interests in assets in the Rocky Mountains, North-central Pennsylvania, and Texas, including approximately 16,000 miles of petroleum and natural gas pipelines and over 100 gathering, treating, and processing facilities.
Job Summary
The Damage Prevention Foreman position provides leadership to a team responsible for damage prevention activities, including line locating and excavation monitoring for Saltwater Disposal (SWD), Gas, and Oil pipelines and facilities across West Texas and Southeast New Mexico. This position ensures compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations, manages the One Call ticketing program, supports GIS mapping efforts, and coordinates excavation monitoring. The role prioritizes the safe, environmentally sound, and cost-effective management of Western Midstream's infrastructure.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in pipeline operations or damage prevention, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role. Extensive knowledge of locating, excavation, and damage prevention practices is required.
- Proven ability to train and lead teams in damage prevention activities.
- Strong knowledge of Texas811 and NewMexico811 regulations and One Call agency programs.
- Certified Competent Person for excavation, or a demonstrated history of safe digging practices.
- Proficient in GIS mapping, including ArcGIS, iMaps, and One Call ticketing systems (e.g., DigTix). Familiarity with spatial data processes is preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; a degree or certification in a relevant field is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Ensure the safety of work practices and compliance with state and federal regulations related to pipeline and facility operations.
- Manage and oversee the processing of One Call tickets, field audits, and ad-hoc compliance checks using tools such as ArcGIS, Google Earth, and DigTix.
- Supervise the scheduling and execution of line locates and excavation monitoring to meet regulatory and company standards, working with third-party stakeholders.
- Coordinate with GIS teams to maintain accurate spatial data and mapping for pipeline and facility infrastructure as needed.
- Foster collaboration between excavators, operators, and internal teams to ensure safe practices during third-party activities.
- Lead the development and implementation of training programs for team members to ensure adherence to damage prevention and compliance standards.
- Support remediation and mitigation projects to ensure operational readiness and safety.
- Serve as the company's field representative for One Call-related activities and damage prevention initiatives.
- Represent Western Midstream at industry-related and public awareness meetings, with the ability to effectively communicate and present publicly.
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent required. A degree or certification in a relevant field is a plus.
Certifications/Licenses
- Valid driver's license with no restrictions preventing the operation of a company vehicle.
Travel Requirements
- Must live within 75 miles of Kermit, TX or Midland, TX.
- Occasional travel (10-25%) required for field visits, inspections, and industry events.
Work Schedule
- 5/40 schedule with on-call availability.
Western Midstream does not offer sponsorship of employment-based nonimmigrant visa petitions for this role.
Western Midstream is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in recruiting, hiring, developing, compensating and promoting applicants and employees. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected categories. This includes providing reasonable accommodation for employee's and applicant's disabilities or religious beliefs and practices.
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