Pipeline Operator

Location: Cocodrie , LA

Job Objective

Monitors maintains, and operates oil and gas pipeline and facility assets safely and efficiently working in Cocodrie.

Job Duties and Expectations

Reviews the prior shift’s hand-off log, reviews maintenance and regulatory schedule to develop weekly work plan and tends to daily pipeline operations as required, such as one-call management, facility inspections, regulatory tasks, pigging and chemical ops, interface with third-party interconnect employees and assists with project work as required.
Monitors the pipelines and facilities for deficiencies requiring repairs and issues a work order for a follow-up, and continuously look for improved methods of operating and maintaining the assets.
Performs month sample pot shake-outs, cuts tickets, and performs over and shorts on assets.
Works closely with the regulatory team to perform audits, complete required PMs, and reports to management on action items and areas for improvement.
Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer’s instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, maintaining equipment inventories, and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing professional publications.
Understands the asset profit and loss statement, asks questions concerning the financials, and actively seeks ways reduce costs and improve revenues.
Develops mini-games to help drive improvements and improve morale.
Upholds the company values and holds others responsible for doing the same.
Participates in daily and weekly ops meetings with your team to plan the work schedule and develop goals for the week.
Maintains safe and healthy work environment by practicing pipeline standards, adhering to legal regulations, and conducting inspections.
Adheres to established work schedule, attendance standards and is punctual to work and meetings.
Ability to be available 24 hours per day (on call for questions, emergencies, etc.).
Maintains employee confidence and protects company assets, including intellectual property, by keeping information confidential.
Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

Five (5) years minimum oil and gas plant and pipeline experience, experience in both Gas and Liquid pipeline operations.
Ability to accurately solve problems.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, other departments, officials, and the public.
Ability to perform work assignments with little or no supervision.
Ability to complete multiple, diverse tasks of differing priorities.
Ability to accurately perform tasks.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with different truck groups that transport product.
Proficiency in the use and application of the following software: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word & Outlook).
Ability to make independent, rational decisions, as required.
Ability to maintain the integrity of the plant process.
Ability to work alone and highly motivated.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle in and around process areas. Ability to consider safety in all decisions.
Self-starter, team player, and comfortable working under pressure.

Education Requirements:

Graduation from a high school or GED equivalent or any equivalent combination of education and experience demonstrating sufficient knowledge, ability and skill to handle the duties and responsibilities of the position.