Operations Technician- Goodrich Job Town of Texas Wisconsin USA,Engineering

Location: Town of Texas

TITLE: Operations Technician
- Goodrich

LOCATION: Goodrich, Texas

POSITION SUMMARY:

This role is responsible for the day-to-day operations and maintenance of natural gas pipeline systems to include gathering/residue pipelines, operating compression, dehydration, control systems, electrical generation, and some plant facilities. Presents a positive and professional image to customers, vendors, employees, and the public.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assumes the responsibility of operating pipelines and associated equipment such as dehydrators, treating equipment, fluid separating equipment, valves, gas/liquid measurement equipment, pumps, etc. Operating the equipment and system may include, but is not limited to:

Pigging and/or directing activities to pig pipelines used for natural gas, condensate and produced water gathering.
Start-up/shutdown of equipment.
Adjusting controls to bring equipment into recommended or prescribed operating ranges.
Visually inspecting equipment and controls at periodic intervals to detect malfunctions or need for repair, adjustment, or lubrication.
De-pressuring equipment and pipelines.
Purging/pressurizing equipment and pipelines.
Performing pipeline patrols.
Performing gas leakage surveys.
Locating and marking underground pipelines and monitor construction activity along the ROW.
Operating valves.

Implements safe work practices and a proactive safety culture while ensuring safety for the employee, the public, and the environment at all times.

Keeps Gas Control advised of any operational changes to the pipeline or equipment, as well as any safety related conditions.

Ensures regulatory compliance and record keeping requirements are met and continually monitored. The regulations include but are not limited to the Department of Transportation, Railroad Commission, and Operator Qualification plans.

Reads, monitors, and records various conditions such as pressures, temperatures, hours of operation, fuel consumed, water levels, and monitors gauges.

Performs minor maintenance on equipment, including but not limited to, dehydrators, fluid separating equipment, valves, pumps, etc. Performing minor maintenance on the equipment and system may also include, but is not limited to:

Monitoring, removing, and replacing filters, oil, chemicals, and other lubricating fluids as needed.
Remove and replace gaskets as needed.
Remove and replace valves if necessary.
Install plugs as necessary.
Change gauges.
Maintain sites in clean condition including picking up trash, taking out trash, controlling weeds, minor painting, etc.
Clean out sight glasses as necessary.
Change out suction/discharge valves on compressors.
Change out light bulbs or fuses.

Continually meeting the demands and improving upon the needs of our customers.

Establishes and maintains a near perfect driving record.

Directs and supervises contract labor involved in pipeline maintenance activities.

Collaborates well with direct supervisor on new and improved ideas associated with an always changing pipeline system.

Establish and maintain professional, effective working relationships with co-workers, subordinates (if any) and company officers and managers, clients, vendors, and suppliers.

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, including the ability to recognize situations in which confidentiality is required.

Performs special projects and other job-related duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES:

Computer Literacy
Problem Solving Skills
Dependability
High Integrity
Communication Skills
Teamwork/Team Player
Self-Motivated
Critical Thinking Skills

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, &

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School diploma or GED equivalent is required.
3 years of natural gas processing, compression and/or pipeline experience
Must pass criminal history background check.
Must pass pre-employment drug test, and will be subject to random, for-cause, and post-accident drug testing, in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
Must have valid driver’s license and be insurable under Momentum’s vehicle insurance policy.

Momentum Midstream Management LLC offers a very extensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental and vision insurance;
Life, AD&D, Short and Long Term Disability; and a 401(k) with company match. Momentum Midstream Management LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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