Pipeline Operator I
Posted 1 week ago by Airswift
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Kenedy , Texas, United States
Summary: The Pipeline Operator I role at Airswift involves working on a long-term contract near Kenedy, TX, focusing on safety, teamwork, and compliance with policies. The position requires a self-motivated individual with leadership skills to manage pipeline operations and respond to emergencies. Candidates should have entry-level oilfield experience, particularly in pipeline pigging, and be willing to travel extensively. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide clear communication, teamwork, safety and environmental focus, and compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Plan, organize and prioritize assigned responsibilities and work.
- Be available to respond (on-call) to emergency situations.
- Read, interpret, and utilize P&IDs, process flow diagrams, schematics, and alignment sheets.
- Lead contract crews in the field.
- Follow all procedures and adhere to safety and environmental policies.
- Problem solve and troubleshoot technical issues with engineering staff and leadership.
- Generate field reports and information in an organized and timely manner.
- Participate in all safety and Team operations meetings.
Key Skills:
- Entry level, typically 0-3 years of oilfield experience, with pipeline pigging experience.
- 60-80% travel to locations throughout the assigned asset.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to perform basic pipeline flow troubleshooting tasks.
- Basic computer skills using Pipeline Apps, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Word.
- Basic understanding of mobile pump equipment and pipeline cleanouts.
- Basic understanding of the flow process and its effects on the pipeline network.
- Willingness to perform physical requirements of the position.
- Preferred associates degree in engineering or another technical field.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Kenedy
Country: United States
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: Entry Level
Industry: Other
Airswift is searching for a Pipeline Operator to work on a long-term contract near Kenedy, TX.
Key Accountabilities
• Provide clear communication, teamwork, safety and environmental focus, and compliance with established policies and procedures will be keys to success.
• The position requires a self-motivated and safety driven individual with strong leadership skills.
• Plan, organize and prioritize assigned responsibilities and work.
• Available to respond (on-call) to emergency situations if any arise.
• Ability to read, interpret, and utilize P&IDs, process flow diagrams, schematics, and alignment sheets.
• Strong, field based, leadership of contract crews.
• Follow all procedures provided and adhere to all safety and environmental policies.
• Problem solving and troubleshooting skills; ability to work technical issues with engineering staff and leadership.
• Generates field reports and information in an organized and timely manner for analysis.
• Actively participate in all safety and Team operations meetings.
Qualifications:
• Entry level, typically 0-3 years of oilfield experience, with pipeline pigging experience using pig valve, and conventional launchers and receivers configuration.
• 60-80% travel to locations throughout the asset assigned.
• Must have valid drivers license.
• Ability to perform basic pipeline flow troubleshooting tasks.
• Basic computer skills using Pipeline Apps, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Word.
• Basic understanding of mobile pump equipment and pipeline cleanouts.
• Basic understanding of the flow process and how it affects the pipeline network and associated operational facilities.
• Willing and able to perform/align with following (with or without reasonable accommodation): Perform physical requirements of the position including but not limited to working in tight spaces, walking up and down stairs and ladders, negotiating uneven surfaces, and carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Preferred associates degree in engineering or another technical field.