Pipeline Tech Job Description
Pipeline tech
provides support to adjacent functions including Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and Regulatory to document product related tech transfer and GMP manufacturing activities, including supporting regulatory filing documents.
Pipeline Tech Duties & Responsibilities
To write an effective pipeline tech job description, begin by listing detailed duties, responsibilities and expectations. We have included pipeline tech job description templates that you can modify and use.
Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Maintain working knowledge of regulatory requirements, (OSHA, DOT, ) document required regulatory activities
Knowledge and experience applying and interpreting results from common electrical measurement instruments (voltmeter, ammeter, ohmmeter
Perform measurement/maintenance relief duties on 24 hour call out basis and perform measurement operations as needed
Perform duties associated with “One Call” pipeline response system
Launching/receiving pipeline scrapers/pigs and all duties associated to maintain line integrity and safe operation
Train and become proficient in other work disciplines and perform relief duties as needed
Performs simple/complex Lock Out Tag Out procedures for necessary work as required for hot and cold work in facilities.Write simple Lock Out Tag Out procedures for hot and cold work in facilities
Identifies, reports, and initiates immediate actions to correct abnormal operating conditions associated with pipeline assets within standard parameters
Assists with development of operations procedures such as pigging, purging, dehydration O&M, and ESD procedures
Proactively evaluates pipeline system performance and escalates potential issues
Pipeline Tech Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Pipeline Tech
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: CST, PMI, CBSPD, CRCST, CWI, AWS, PTCB, HAZWOPER
Education for Pipeline Tech
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the pipeline tech job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Associate and Bachelor's Degree in Associates, Technical, Computer Science, Mathematics, Education, Graduate, Chemistry, Foundation, Performance, The College
Skills for Pipeline Tech
Desired skills for pipeline tech include:
Gas industry
Regulatory requirements and document regulatory activities
Regulatory requirements
Liquid handling equipment
Pigging facilities
Document regulatory activities
Valves and associated equipment
DOT
Communications
Electrical
Desired experience for pipeline tech includes:
Incumbent will be required to learn and qualify in station operations including electric and reciprocating unit driven centrifugal compression within 3 years
Required to carry a cell phone and work a rotating on-call schedule
A minimum of 5 years on-the-job training at a Pipeline Technician level
A minimum of 2-5 years on-the-job training at a Pipeline Technician Level 1 level
2-5 years of PC technical support experience supporting large user populations in a secure environment
Proficiency in Microsoft products such as Windows 7, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, PowerShell
Pipeline Tech Examples
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Pipeline Tech Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking for a pipeline tech. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for pipeline tech
- Performs troubleshooting and analysis of operational issues
- Activities include troubleshooting operational issues with dehydration units, regulators, relief valves, dump valves, actuators, level controllers, pressure controllers and other pipeline-related equipment
- Routinely interfaces with 3rd party contractors to schedule and coordinate maintenance activities
- Activities include working with Gas Control to schedule outages for completion of maintenance activities
- Understands EHS / O&M procedures and recognizes when company procedures need to be followed for specific maintenance and operational activities
- Completes line locate requests in accordance with Damage Prevention Regulations, utilizing Line Locating Equipment
- Has a broad understanding of most maintenance and operations equipment
- Supports and performs construction activities such as well connects, compressor station modifications or installations, and tank battery installations
- Conducts routine monitoring and inspection of pipeline assets
- Responds to routine call-outs from Gas Control
Qualifications for pipeline tech
- DoD 8570 certification (Security+ and another valid 8570 cert)
- CDL driver license, and truck driving experience hauling heavy equipment, pipeline construction material and enclosed trailers
- Pipeline experience preferred
- Conducts routine patrols of ROW’s to ensure there are no encroachments or construction activities potentially affecting the pipeline assets
- Maintains all records and reports as required for compliance purposes
- May perform multi-skilled operations, maintenance and installation duties in addition to the primary roles and responsibilities listed above
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Pipeline Tech Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for a pipeline tech. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for pipeline tech
- Monitors and ensures that pipeline upset conditions and issues are addressed in a timely manner
- Plans, conducts, and leads pipeline-related tasks of a complex nature
- Demonstrates a strong understanding of the mechanical operations of equipment such as dehydration units, regulators, relief valves, dump valves, actuators, and other pipeline-related equipment
- Proactively evaluates pipeline system and equipment performance and initiates standard adjustments, as needed, to increase the pipeline system efficiency
- Mentors junior Pipeline Operators by providing technical assistance, observing job performance, and assisting with resolution of complex operational and maintenance issues associated with pipeline-related assets
- Proactively performs troubleshooting and analysis of complex operational issues
- Develops project scopes for maintenance activities and works with 3rd party contractors to obtain cost estimates, coordinate execution of the projects
- Strong understanding of all pipeline maintenance and operations equipment
- Conducts/reviews routine patrols of ROW’s to ensure there are no encroachments or construction activities potentially affecting the pipeline assets
- Performs simple Lock Out Tag Out procedures for necessary work as required for hot and cold work in facilities
Qualifications for pipeline tech
- Basic knowledge in the overall operations, maintenance and troubleshooting of pipeline-related equipment
- Basic understanding of operations and maintenance of glycol dehydration units as required by location
- Knowledge of cathodic protection/corrosion control activities
- Basic knowledge in troubleshooting and repair of most types of equipment pertaining to pipeline operations
- Able to accept additional responsibilities and accomplish pipeline objectives while maintaining a positive attitude
- Ability to prepare and maintain logs and records
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Pipeline Tech Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is looking to fill the role of pipeline tech. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for pipeline tech
- Assists with data collection to create operations procedures such as pigging, purging, dehydration O&M, and ESD procedures
- Awareness of basic troubleshooting of operational issues
- Basic understanding of EHS / O&M procedures for operational activities
- Completes line locate requests in accordance with Damage Prevention Regulations utilizing Line Locating Equipment after sufficient training
- Awareness routine pipeline maintenance and operations
- Supports construction activities such as well connects, compressor station modifications or installations, and tank battery installations
- Assess manpower, equipment, and material needs for each work scope and communicate needs to project engineers and or supervisors
- Complete required documentation accurately and timely
- Execution of processes to fill or remove product (oil, refined products, chemicals, water) from pipelines
- Exemplify ownership and accountability for all work
Qualifications for pipeline tech
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude in the use of hand and pneumatic tools
- Able to perform scheduled and un-scheduled pipeline-related tasks with minimal supervision
- Ability to effectively use a personal computer with MS Office Suite applications (Word, Excel & Outlook)
- Able to motivate self
- Able to exert in excess of 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 10 pounds of force regularly to move objects
- Must be able to move about unrestricted and follow safety and emergency response procedures and regulations
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Pipeline Tech Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for a pipeline tech. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for pipeline tech
- Implement and follow Company safety program(s)
- Recognize unusual operating conditions and initiate required emergency response procedures
- Steward contractor compliance with contractual requirements
- Proficient with electronic instruments
- Protect field gathering and process facilities from electrolytic and biological corrosion within an assigned area
- Assist with preparation and execution of internal corrosion monitoring systems
- Assist with executing procedures for administering chemical injections
- Provides effective assistance in emergency response activities including containment, repair and cleanup
- Assures appropriate level of Emergency Preparedness through training and maintenance of equipment
- Provides support for other pipeline integrity programs (pigging, piping upgrades, sleeving)
Qualifications for pipeline tech
- Must be able to work in hot, cold, and inclement weather
- Experienced in monitor natural gas quality using sampling equipment Dräger, Gastech or Sensidyne pumps and tubes
- Pipeline Tech will have additional duties performing Cathodic protection maintenance and readings
- May be required to stand, sit and walk for reasonable periods of time
- May be required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch for reasonable periods of time
- Able to travel long distances in a motor vehicle
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Pipeline Tech Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking to fill the role of pipeline tech. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for pipeline tech
- Responsible for completing all applicable modules in PLM Learning Path
- Ability to step-up into the Coordinator role in the Coordinator’s absence where required
- Ensures all First Calls, third party crossings, and locate requests are handled/marked promptly, accurately, and safety
- Assures that proper documentation is completed in all aspects of work as required
- Assists with QC documentation as required following completion of all work projects
- Operate all specialized pipeline repair equipment (compressor, impacts, pipe cutters, vapour tools, torque wrenches, pumps etc)
- Perform pressure tests on piping sections
- Install pipeline repair components such as stopple tees, sleeves, plidcos, weld plus couplings etc
- Oversee pipeline excavations including completing required documentation
- Perform required tank maintenance (isolation, repairs inspections etc) as required
Qualifications for pipeline tech
- Able to work in areas with limited access or cramped spaces
- On a routine basis, may climb ladders, walkways and scaffolds
- May be required to wear SCBA
- Extensive knowledge and understanding of the overall operations and maintenance of a natural gas pipeline system and associated equipment
- Possesses knowledge in the operations and maintenance of glycol dehydration units as required by location
- Possesses extensive knowledge in troubleshooting and repair of all types of equipment pertaining to pipeline operations