Pipeline Field Operator

Job Highlights

Company Profile

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering in the energy sector. It helps unlock solutions to critical challenges in the energy and materials markets.

Job Profile

The company is seeking a Pipeline Field Operator to join its team.

Education Level

• Not mentioned, a High School Diploma (a plus)

Work Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience in oil, gas, or water pipelines

Duties/Responsibilities

• Adhere to and enforce all applicable company, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations.
• Communicate with operations supervisors, field, plant, and maintenance employees, truck drivers, clerical staff, producers, operators, landowners, and contractors.
• Compile a weekly report of all work activities completed during the week.
• Perform minor maintenance on valves, trap doors, actuators, and piping.
• Perform on-call and call-out duties to maintain system integrity, acceptable facility run time, and emergency response after regular business hours, which may require carrying a communication device
• Perform pipeline troubleshooting tasks such as conducting pressure surveys, identifying potential restrictions, and pulling pigs to launchers/receivers.
• Respond to e-mails from pigging crews on pipelines that are reported as non-piggable or non-operable and help troubleshoot the issue.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• A basic understanding of oil and gas operations, and working knowledge of ball valves, actuators, and gearboxes is considered (significant plus)
• Ability to safely lift and move heavy objects
• Ability to work effectively in a team-focused environment
• Mature, professional, and self-initiating individual who will deliver strong customer appreciation
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position.
• Must be able to work outdoors in extreme temperatures
• Strong time management and mechanical skills required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A successful candidate must have residency within a 60-mile radius of Kermit, Texas.

Employer’s Statement

Wood is an Equal Opportunity Employer.