Pipeline Technician

Job Location (Short):
Tacoma, WA, USA, 98421

• Midstream Logistics Pipeline Technician at a growth-oriented energy company.
• This position supports safe, reliable, and compliant Pipeline operations in Tacoma,WA. Reporting to the Pipeline Supervisor, the Pipeline Technician is responsible foroperatingand maintaining pipeline equipment, overseeing product movements, executing routine inspections, and supporting emergency response readiness.
• The ideal candidate brings mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to safety. This is a hands‑on, field‑based role with on‑call responsibilities. Pipeline Technicians must be able to respond to the McCord Pipeline within one hourforemergency callouts.

• Operate,monitor, andmaintainpipeline systems, stations, and associated equipment.
• Track flows, pressures, and product quality using SCADA, PLC, and field instrumentation; perform start-ups,shut-downs, and pigging operations.
• Respond to alarms, abnormal conditions, and emergency events in coordination with the control center.

• Operate,monitor, andmaintainpipeline systems, stations, and associated equipment.
• Track flows, pressures, and product quality using SCADA, PLC, and field instrumentation; perform start-ups,shut-downs, and pigging operations.
• Respond to alarms, abnormal conditions, and emergency events in coordination with the control center.

• Inspect, calibrate, and repair pumps, motors, valves, meters, regulators, and instrumentation equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and corrective repairs on mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems.
• Maintain documentation in CMMS (e.g., SAP, Maximo) and ensureaccuratereporting of work orders.

• Patrol, inspect, andmaintainright-of-way (ROW) and pipeline markers.
• Conduct line locates,monitor third-party excavations, andenforcedamage prevention standards.
• Support cathodic protection, corrosion control, and integrity inspections as directed.

• Calibrate andmaintaincustody transfer measurement devices.
• Conduct product sampling, gauging, and quality assurance checks to ensure compliance with customer and regulatory standards.

• Perform all work in compliance with DOT/PHMSA, OSHA, and company safety standards.
• Complete required Operator Qualification (OQ) tasks andmaintaincertifications.
• Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined space, and hazardous communication procedures.
• Maintain regulatory, safety, and environmental documentation accurately and on time.

• Coordinate activities with supervisors, dispatch/control center, contractors, and landowners.
• Provide oversight of third-party work on or near company assets.
• Ensure parts, tools, and local inventories are available and maintained.
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• Work performed primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds, climb ladders, work at heights, and enter confined spaces as needed.
• Subject tocall-outs, overtime, and after-hours response as part of an on‑call rotation.
• Travel between field locations, stations, and ROW required.

Note:

This description is intended to give you a general overview of the position.

Additional responsibilities and opportunities may beidentifiedbased on current business needs.

To meet the basic qualifications forthis role, you will have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship.

Tocomply withthe regulations at this work location,successful applicants must be eligible to obtain a TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential). Please review eligibility criteria at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). .

• High school diploma or GED required; technical certificate or degree in mechanical, electrical, or instrumentation discipline preferred.
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude withabilityto…