Pipeline Controller

Tallgrass

Midstream energy infrastructure company transporting, storing and processing oil and natural gas across the U.S.

Oversees pipeline operations, training, and documentation, ensuring safe, efficient control.

17 days ago ago

$96,000 - $119,000

Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)

Full Time

Lakewood, CO

Field

Company Size

888 Employees

Service Specialisms

Pipeline Services

Energy Infrastructure

Natural Gas Storage

Operations & Maintenance

Energy Transportation

Engineering

Project Management

Construction

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Natural Gas Transportation

Crude Oil Transportation

Carbon Capture and Sequestration

Hydrogen Production

Renewable Energy

Solar

Wind

Role

What you would be doing

training

controller development

issue identification

documentation

travel

knowledge sharing

Takes ownership for the quality of training in the OCC and actively seeks opportunities to increase their involvement in controller development.
Performs daily training of pipeline controllers, using this experience to identify, develop and deliver improvements in departmental training practices.
Recognizes and identifies operational issues in a proactive manner; monitors and manages OCC documentation, using this insight to develop and deliver documentation/communication improvements to management.
Occasional but infrequent travel away from the usual assigned work location may be required.
Actively seeks out information from across the company/departments in order to educate themselves and their peers.

What you bring

associate's degree

5 years

pipeline control

ms office

leadership

problem solving

The employee is regularly required to use hands to type, touch, handle, or feel. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
Associates degree (Or applicable program certifications) from an accredited institution in a Technical or Business-related discipline
Must be able to work with a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
Ability to organize and prioritize daily work.
Ability to quickly analyze changing conditions on the pipeline and make appropriate adjustments within operating parameters.
Has demonstrated a veteran track record for exemplary operation of the assets for which they are responsible
Strong analytical skills and logical thought processes, with ability to think quickly and provide support for emergency operations, including staying current on emergency operating procedures and practices.
A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in liquids, gas or CO2 pipeline control may be considered in Lieu of an Associate’s Degree
A minimum of five (5) years direct and active work experience in the oil and gas industry, including working knowledge of industry terms and principles.
Ability to perform the required and expected duties with little or no direct supervision.
Shows leadership qualities and consistently leads by example, openly holding peers, and themselves to a higher standard.
Basic understanding of PHMSA CRM guidelines.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).
Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job.
Displays self-driven behaviors in the active pursuit of furthering their own education, either internally or externally.
Sitting; standing; walking or moving throughout facility; driving; talking; seeing (specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus); hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting up to 25 lbs.
May be required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.
Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines.
Good problem-solving skills, including the ability to utilize multiple resources to arrive at a solution.
The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, including credit report for certain positions, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.
Strong customer focus that includes demonstrated and consistent verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
24x7x365 operation; 12-hour shift work; rotating shifts; work schedule change may occur with little advance notice.
Intermediate proficiency level in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Benefits

Identity theft protection
Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources
Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off
Minimal safety hazards; general office working conditions.
Company vehicle (if applicable)
Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
Infertility Coverage
Secured, control center environment.
401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%
Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests
Networking and employee engagement events
Parental Leave
Industry competitive pay
Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
Employee discounts; vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more
Annual discretionary bonus

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

must clear a drug screen and complete a background check, including a credit report.

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Company

Overview

10K Miles

Pipeline Network

Operates over 10,000 miles of pipelines for crude oil and natural gas.

700 Miles

2023 Expansion

Added nearly 700 miles of pipeline via the Ruby Pipeline acquisition in 2023.

10%

National Energy Share

Handles approximately 10% of U.S. energy transport infrastructure.

$311M-$869M

Annual Revenue

Generates annual revenues ranging from $311 million to $869 million.

Operates a national footprint with regional presence through offices in Denver, Houston, and the Kansas City area.
Provides critical energy infrastructure, including FERC-regulated pipelines, storage facilities, terminals, and processing plants.
Developed innovative projects such as converting pipelines for CO₂ or hydrogen transport and establishing a major sustainable aviation fuel joint venture.
Maintains large crude oil storage capacity across key terminals.

Culture + Values