Technician, Pipeline (Mechanical) (Beaumont, TX)

About the Role

Enterprise Products Partners L.P. is one of the largest publicly traded partnerships and a leading North American provider of midstream energy services to producers and consumers of natural gas, NGLs, crude oil, refined products and petrochemicals. The Pipeline Technician maintains and operates refined product pipelines, crude oil pipelines, pump stations and all associated equipment such as pumps, motor-operated valves, pressure switches, electric motors, transmitters, vibration switches, electronic controls, and pressure regulators.

The Pipeline Technician performs mechanical functions and duties including inspecting, checking, troubleshooting, repairing, and replacing all mechanical equipment to maintain high levels of safe and productive equipment performance.

Responsibilities

• Routine maintenance of centrifugal pumps and electric motors such as bearing and seal replacements, alignments, couplings, sumps, fans, and drain piping modifications.
• Maintenance on other mechanical equipment such as block valves, control valves, air compressors, and valve actuators.
• Maintenance and repair of reciprocating engines and associated components.
• Assist with replacement of pumps, motors, valves, and other equipment as needed, including foundation work, initial alignment, testing, and startup.
• Participate and successfully complete training programs, process safety management reviews, and safety meetings required to comply with state and federal regulations.
• Meet the requirements of the Company's Operator Qualification program to perform identified covered tasks and remain compliant or work under direct supervision.
• Review procedures to ensure compliance with company and industry standards to meet regulatory agency requirements.
• Complete records of time and required regulatory reports.
• Maintain close contact with the Area Supervisor regarding maintenance trouble reports and scheduled equipment maintenance to minimize interruption of product throughput.
• Optimize work to minimize overtime.
• Perform remedial and preventative maintenance and maintain facility appearance and safety through good housekeeping practices.
• Participate in cross-training to develop skills in areas specific to other technicians.
• Utilize precision tools and test equipment as needed.
• Respond to operational emergencies as a member of an area emergency response team.
• Perform regulatory-required inspections.
• Launch and receive cleaning pigs and assist with the launch and receiving of smart pigs.
• Maintain and operate corrosion control equipment.
• Obtain services from contractors for specialty services and supervise their work.
• Train and guide others to learn duties of Mechanical Technician.
• Perform any other job duties as directed by their supervisor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
• VoTech certificate or Associates degree or related work experience is preferred.
• Previous experience and knowledge of industry-related maintenance and repair standards preferred.
• Knowledge of the general design and operation of a refined products pipeline.
• Basic computer skills including spreadsheet and word processing applications.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Minimum of 3 years stable work history, preferably in the energy industry.
• 2-4 years previous experience with the operation and maintenance of a refined pipeline facility preferred.
• Strong commitment to personal and job safety.
• Mechanical aptitude and dexterity in the use of tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of compressors, pumps, regulators, MOVs, electronic controls, and medium electrical voltage is desired with an understanding of refined product pipelines.
• Ability to read and interpret alignment sheets, schematics, and P&IDs.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, decision-making skills, and strong work ethic.
• Able to work independently as well as maintain and promote good working relationships within a team environment.
• Able to assume responsibility, be flexible, perform duties, and handle multiple tasks under potentially stressful and/or hazardous conditions.
• Willing to work overtime and call-outs.
• Required to live within a one-hour commute time to their home office.
• Self-motivated, accountable, and self-driven to learn and continuously develop and improve skills through both formalized and on-the-job training.
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and make decisions and corrections when problems are detected.
• History of being dependable and reliable, taking pride in a job well done, and enjoying working hard.
• Good organizational skills and strong customer service with the ability to interface with various landowners and other corporate and field personnel.

Work Environment

• Works indoors and outdoors in and around industrial and electrical equipment.
• Works in temperature extremes due to weather conditions and operating equipment.
• Uses physical force to lift, push, pull, and hold equipment and tools.
• Climbs and works at various heights and may work in a standing, sitting, lying down, crouched, or kneeling position.
• Routinely reacts to visual, aural, and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work.
• Must be able to regularly bend, stoop, move from ground level to higher levels, raise/lift from ground level, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to get in and out of vehicles regularly and ride over rough roads.
• Must wear special safety equipment while working and must be able to lift and put on emergency breathing apparatus and/or protective equipment.

Primary location: USA-Texas-Beaumont. Travel: Yes, 10% of the time.