Repairman

About the Role

Performs all duties and skills required for company operations and maintenance with a minimum of supervision, including troubleshooting and repair of facilities and associated equipment.

Responsibilities

• Knows the function, location, and operation of station valves and mainline block valves.
• Lubricates valves following manufacturer and company guidelines.
• Has a working knowledge of the valve numbers on station and mainline valves.
• Makes routine inspections of station equipment, station yard piping and valves, and reports any problems.
• Changes compressor valves, spark plugs, fuel hoses, and igniters, as well as performs other routine station maintenance activities.
• Assists in compressor unit overhauls.
• Has a working knowledge of the ESD system, including function, operation, and location of all ESD stands.
• Maintains good housekeeping practices.
• Operates forklift, tractor, and other power-operated equipment.
• Uses hand and power tools and paint spray equipment according to company procedures and manufacturer’s guidelines.
• Paints piping, equipment, and facilities.
• Has operating knowledge and skills with regard to equipment used for pipeline work.
• Assists in all phases of a shutdown of a section of pipeline.
• Performs leakage surveys and operates flame ionization detection equipment.
• Installs and maintains pipeline markers.
• Investigates Aerial Patrol Reports, communicates with the patrol pilot, and assists in relaying reports and messages to those responsible.
• Investigates encroachments on pipelines and completes the appropriate reports.
• Represents the company during line crossings, ensuring company requirements are met.
• Assists in maintaining and repairing the pipeline right-of-way.
• Able to identify company pipelines as to location and description with the aid of alignment sheets, pipe locator, probing bar, digging the line out, and measuring the OD of the pipe.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent.
• Must possess a current driver’s license.
• Candidate must live within 50 miles of the reporting location.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong mechanical background, working knowledge of engines, electric motors, compressors, valves, and pipeline equipment.
• Ability to read and understand piping schematics, drawings, and operating procedures.

Working Conditions

• Driving, walking, and standing frequently.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Working in an operational setting that may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, extreme temperature conditions, and loud machinery, requiring appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Subject to call-out during off-duty hours, including weekends.

Benefits

• Industry-leading compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits.
• 401(k) match with additional profit sharing.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Abundant career opportunities.