Pipeline Technician Trainee with CDL

Responsibilities

• Performs duties as outlined by the supervisor/manager of maintenance related to the maintenance, construction and repair of company pipeline and terminal assets.
• Safeguards welders by maintaining and operating tools and equipment associated with pipeline maintenance and repair and ensures a clean and organized work environment.
• Assists with all facets of safe excavation practices per established company policies and OSHA requirements.
• Safely locates, probes, and marks the location of underground utilities and pipelines.
• Acts as a spotter during mechanical excavation of pipeline.
• Responds to high priority and emergency situations to limit the impact to the environment, community and business objectives.
• Acts as a fire watch during hot work activities.
• Provides welder helper duties during pipe fabrication, pipe cutouts and repairs.
• Operates tools and equipment including beveling machines, grinders, torches, hoists, welding machines, etc.
• Applies joint and pipe coating to pipeline assets prior to backfilling.
• Assists during hydrostatic testing activities.
• Performs periodic and routine maintenance on equipment and vehicles.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience is preferred.
• A CDL is required or the ability to obtain a CDL is required.
• Ability to safely use the required hand/power tools necessary to complete all tasks associated with pipeline, facility and pump station maintenance and repairs.
• Ability to work in all types of weather conditions and seasons.
• Travel for extended periods of time is required (80% travel).
• Willingness to respond to emergency situations on a 24 hour/365 day per year basis.
• Ability to follow directions and work independently with instructions and/or in a team environment.