Pipeline Controller

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Position provides safe, reliable product flow operation of the ET pipeline systems. Controls and optimizes the use of compressors/pumps and pipeline equipment with field personnel to facilitate gas deliveries and liquids commodities (Refined Products, NGL’s and Crude Oil). Ensures proper reporting of data to the Partnership.

• Monitor and maintain pipeline pressures within design criteria and monitor gas/liquids quality at various points.
• Work closely with the various departments within ET to execute all changes as they are scheduled.
• First contact in an emergency response situation including notification of emergency services and ET management.
• Gas Control – work with the pipeline operations group and plants to maximize pipeline throughput, coordinating during equipment or pipeline outages.
• Liquids Control – initiate pump and delivery schedule changes, monitor tank inventories, meter counts, line pressures and temperatures, direct and control product delivery at remote locations utilizing computer-controlled field equipment.
• Work with field personnel on basic troubleshooting of communications, SCADA, control valves, and other equipment related to control and operations.
• Complete daily throughput reports.
• Responsible for updating and maintaining the emergency notification and operational call-out lists.
• Evaluate operational problems and provide recommendations to solve these problems.

• High School Diploma or GED.

• 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.

• Ability to pass pre-employment drug/alcohol screening and random testing per PHMSA regulations.
• Familiarity with personal computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, flow and pressure simulation).
• Proven multitasking, analytical and judgment skills, detail oriented.
• Strong verbal communication skills and good interpersonal skills.
• Some travel and overtime required.
• 12‑hour shift position requiring day, night, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work from alternate Control Center location in event of an emergency.

• Experience in remote control, pipeline operations or other related field directly related to Control Center functions.
• Basic knowledge of measurement principles and Ga/Linux hydraulics.

• Normal office working conditions.
• Stationary position 50% of time due to prolonged sitting or standing.
• Occasional overnight travel and visits to industrial settings with hazardous materials, extreme temperatures, loud machinery – protective equipment required.

Entry level

Full-time

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Oil and Gas

Houston, TX $‑$

1 week ago