Pipeline Technician

Energy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America’s best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America’s energy. We inspire our employees to create superior value for customers, investors, a sustainable future and to give back to the community through long‑standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, The American Red Cross, Ronald McDonald House and many more.

This position repairs and maintains pipelines, equipment, and performance of work associated with the operation and maintenance of gas and liquid facilities and pipelines.

• Inspect, maintain, and operate facilities including pipelines, valves, filters, pumps, gas compressors, storage tanks, and pump station equipment in a reliable and efficient manner while in compliance with the Partnership’s procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct Damage Prevention activities including pipeline patrols, one‑calls, locating and marking pipelines, and inspecting line crossings, excavations, and other activities affecting the pipeline.
• Maintain working knowledge of regulatory requirements, perform required tasks, and complete associated documentation (OSHA, DOT, EPA, etc.).
• Plan, organize, and prioritize assigned responsibilities and coordinate work with employees and contractors.
• Coordinate and communicate with outside parties including landowners, public agencies, contractors, utilities, and other pipeline operators.
• Actively participate and provide leadership in safety programs and initiatives and follow policies and procedures.
• Provide on‑call support for areas of responsibility on a rotating basis.
• Comply with partnership safety policies and procedures.
• Perform energy isolation lockout/tagout procedures (LOTO).

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

• Level C – 0 – 2 years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience.
• Level B – 2 – 4 years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience.
• Level A – 4 + years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience.

• Valid driver’s license with a demonstrated safe driving record.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a group environment.
• Demonstrated self‑starter with the ability to work independently and exercise good judgment.

• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to learn and perform operation and maintenance tasks associated with various types of facilities and equipment.
• Proficiency with computers including MS Office applications such as Excel and Outlook, as well as other computer‑based work training, time reporting, expense reporting, and online work applications and documentation.

• Frequent exposure to heat, cold, and other adverse weather conditions.
• Work in and around industrial and construction settings, which may include hazardous products, processes, materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Frequent heavy lifting with and without assistance.
• Work on and around equipment and facilities that require knowledge of and adherence to safe work procedures and practices.
• Subject to call‑outs to respond to operational issues and emergencies after working hours, at night, and on weekends and holidays.
• Reliable attendance at work.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Oil and Gas

Location:

Carthage, TX