Field Operator - Journey

Summary

A Field Operator operates, inspects, maintains, and repairs pipelines, compression and measurement facilities.

Principle Duties & Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain and repair as needed all facilities as assigned, including but not limited to pipelines, compression, and measurement facilities
• On-call responsibility for areas of responsibility as needed
• Maintain working knowledge of regulatory requirements, (OSHA, DOT, etc) and document required regulatory activities
• Plan, organize and prioritize assigned responsibilities and work independently
• Monitor and adjust equipment to maintain optimum availability, efficiency, and throughput
• Responsible for performing minor as well as major maintenance on engines, compressors, flares, separators, slug cathcers, air compressors, and cooling fans
• Work independently as liaison between Summit Midstream and outside entities, i.e. landowners, emergency response agencies, contractors and other pipeline companies
• Operate and assist in maintenance activities at compressor facilities
• Perform pipeline patrols and inspect lines throughout the area and coordinate the activities of crews at other locations
• Manage all activities with a focus on safety and compliance
• Use proper tools and equipment to perform integrity management and regulatory tasks on oil or liquids pipelines
• Maintain required forms, records and reports
• Respond to pipeline emergencies; perform cleanup associated with field ops and corrosion control activities
• Other duties as assigned

Education & Experience

• HS diploma or equivalent, technical certification or equivalent training in mechanical environment or energy related field preferred
• 2 to 5 or more years of general pipeline experience in the natural gas industry or related experience in similar industry

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge and experience with line location equipment and techniques
• Experience with hand tools as well as specialty tools
• Demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and repair all types of mechanical equipment as well as good verbal/written communication skills, decision making skills and a strong work ethic
• Knowledgeable in reading and utilizing drawings, schematics, alignment sheets
• Proven knowledge and understanding of procedures used to safely pig pipeline, i.e. launching, receiving and inspection
• Knowledge of liquid handling equipment, pigging facilities required
• Experienced in conducting pressure surveys on gathering lines and central delivery points
• Experienced in monitoring natural gas quality using sampling equipment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
• Must have a valid driver license with acceptable driving record
• Willing to work at more than one specific station
• On-call responsibility for areas as assigned

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Above average physical mobility to enable access to elevated height areas via stairs or ladders, as well as movement from place to place on the job, taking distance and speed into account
• Strenuous physical activity-pushing, pulling and lifting requirements up to 50 lbs. manually transport a load up to 75 lbs. and apply up to 100 ft. lbs. of torque
• Must be able to work out of doors in extreme weather conditions and perform heavy physical labor operating equipment in a safe manner
• Work indoors and outdoors in and around industrial and electrical equipment