Operations Specialist

Description

• Oversee construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties.
• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, regulatory, and Company tariff requirements.
• Ensure the cost effective and efficient performance of all engines, pumps and associated equipment at compressor stations, pump stations, terminals, pipelines, and process plants.
• Maintain, adjust, make repairs, and operate equipment; industrial wheeled tractors, water pumps, air compressors, expanders, coolers, test equipment, vehicles, etc…
• Identify, report and correct safety and/or environmental concerns.
• Participate in the development of Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Procedures, site specific procedures, project scopes and work plans.
• Start, stop and operate gas engines/pumps within defined operating parameters.
• Achieve and maintain all OQ qualifications and progression requirements applicable to the job classification.
• Diagnose and repair engines, turbines, pumps, seals, valves and instruments.
• Represent the Company during contacts with landowner/tenants, public officials/emergency officials and at local meetings. (One Call, Pipeline Groups, Soil Conservation, USFS, etc.)
• May work in low-lit areas.
• Enter confined spaces.
• Train and oversee company and third party personnel as required (e.g., personnel in progression, transport drivers, contractors, visitors)
• Complete all applicable documentation and record keeping.
• May be required to achieve and maintain certifications as required to perform job duties
• Responsible for the operation and maintenance of pipelines, gas compressors and auxiliary equipment, engines, GE gas turbines, motors cooling equipment, pump stations, pumps, dehydration equipment, process equipment, valves, seals and other related equipment.
• Install, repair, service and maintain valves, pipe, pipeline appurtenances, corrosion control protection systems, measurement equipment and storage well equipment.
• Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment, including pipeline right-of-way, and gathering or storage areas, including but not limited to excavating, repairing, coating and backfilling pipelines, concrete work, painting, building erection, weed control, etc.
• Climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders and walkways.
• Actively participate in safety programs and initiatives.
• Perform governmental compliance activities (PHMSA, State Agencies, EPA, USFS, etc.)
• Perform minor electrical maintenance.

Requirements

• Must be able to frequently:
• Knowledge of Gas compressors Station, Field Compressor maintenance, gas treatment, , process plant, gather transmission, and pipeline system operations.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds in awkward positions, and 50 pounds from floor to waist.
• Knowledge of trouble shooting and repairing mechanical failures.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals).
• Knowledge reading and interpreting blueprints, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) and other diagrams.
• Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquid, and high/low pressure systems.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders, and walkways, etc.
• Possess a valid driver's license and meet company insurability requirements.
• Ability to speak and understand English.
• Engine maintenance (natural gas preferred) practices, planning and executing.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Basic computer skills (knowledge of MS Office, various operating systems, and other company software).
• Must be able to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions, climb vertical access ladders and stairwells, carry up to 50 pounds and to see, hear, walk and talk effectively.
• May be required to possess a commercial driver’s license, drive a company commercial vehicle and comply with all commercial vehicle and Department Of Transportation DOT regulations.
• Must be able to withstand extreme weather conditions.
• Ability to work with others, take direction from supervisor(s), focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
• Must respond to, and address, callouts and emergencies after regular business hours including after dark hours, which requires carrying a communication device.
• Must reside in the general vicinity of Elmore, AL for on-call and emergency response purposes.
• Be available for shift work when applicable
• High School Diploma or GED
• Knowledge and experience with electrical switch gear, power distribution, electronic circuits, electronic test and measurement instruments, the National Electric Codes is a plus.
• Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance