Pipeline Technician

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Job Description:

The Pipeline Tech is responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment, including pipeline right-of-way, and gather or storage areas, including but not limited to excavating, repairing, coating and backfilling pipelines, concrete work, painting, building erection, weed control, etc.

Key Accountabilities 

• Maintain, adjust, make minor repairs, and operate equipment (e.g., industrial wheeled tractors, water pumps, air compressors, expanders, coolers, test equipment, vehicles, etc.

• Represent the Company during contacts with landowner/tenants, public officials/emergency officials and at local meetings. (One Call, Pipeline Groups, Soil Conservation, USFS, etc.)

• Oversee construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties

• Train and oversee company and third party personnel as required

• Perform governmental compliance activities (DOT, State Agencies, EPA, USFS, etc.)

• Actively participate in safety programs and initiatives

• Participate in the development of O&M Procedures, Site Specific Procedures, project scopes and work plans.

• Complete all applicable documentation and record keeping

• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, regulatory, and Company tariff requirements.

• Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence

• Other duties as assigned

Essential Education & Experience

• A minimum of a High School Diploma or Equivalent

• 3 years minimum required working as a Pipeline Technician or in a similar capacity 

• Knowledge of operating costs and best practices associated within equipment 

• Basic computer skills (knowledge of MS Office)

• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, P&ID's, and other diagrams

• Experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids, high and low pressure systems 

Critical Role Demands:

Lifting Abilities:

• Lift with 2 hands from floor to knuckles: 72 lbs x 2 (with 12 sec rest intervals between lifts)
• Lift with 2 hands from floor to waist: 72 lbs x 2 (with 12 sec rest intervals between lifts)
• Lift with 2 hands from floor to shoulders: 60 lbs x 2 (with 12 sec rest intervals between lifts)
• Lift with 2 hands from floor to crown: 30 lbs x 2 (with 12 sec rest intervals between lifts)

Pushing and Pulling Abilities:

• Push horizontally with hands placed between waist and mid-chest level to generate a peak force of 120 lbs with two hands x 3
• Pull horizontally with hands placed between waist and mid-chest level to generate a peak force of 120 lbs with two hands x 3

Carrying Abilities:

• Carry with 1 hand at self-selected height: 72 lbs for a distance of 50 feet x 2; self-paced and with a 60 second rest period between carry tests.
• Carry at least 50 lbs. with one hand for a minimum distance of 50 feet

Stair / Ladder Climbing Abilities:

• Stair Climb: Climb up and down a total of 40 steps, self-paced
• Ladder climb Test: Climb up and down 14 rungs, self-paced.

Agilities:

• Stooping and Twisting: From standing, perform alternate toe touches x 3 to each side, self-paced but continuous. Test recipient should reach toward his/her toes on opposite side as far as possible but actual touching of toes not required
• Kneeling: From standing, kneel on one knee, return to full standing and then kneel on opposite knee. Repeat kneeling test x 3, each knee, self-paced but continuous
• Sustained Squatting: From standing, lower body into a functional squat position. Hold the squat position for 30 seconds and then stand.
• Repetitive Squatting: Repeat squats x 3 reps, self-paced, no hold time at end range.

We offer a reward and wellbeing package to enable your work to fit with your life. These can include, but not limited to, access to health, vision and dental insurance, flexible working schedule, paid time off policy, discretionary annual bonus program, long-term incentive program, and a generous 401K matching program. How much do we pay (Base)? $75,000 - $120,000

*Note that the pay range listed for this position is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the time of posting.  
 

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Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.