Job Description

Ocelot Energy Management LLC is a midstream specialist providing total management services for assets and projects ranging from liquid and gas pipelines to complex processing plants, terminals, and storage facilities. This position is based in Houston, Texas.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Pipeline Technician is responsible for performing damage prevention inspection, pipeline locating, One-Call ticket processing, and encroachment surveillance/support for their assigned geographic area. This may require coordinating with third-party excavators to ensure the safety and integrity of underground pipelines during excavation activities, using hand tools to locate underground pipelines and complete all associated documentation daily. In addition to their primary role performing damage prevention activities, the Pipeline Tech may be called on to support other Operations related activities as required.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Underground pipeline locating/marking
• Locate pipelines as needed and oversee excavations and line crossings.
• Oversee excavations, stewarding performance of third-party excavators and contractors working around company assets
• Read and interpret alignment sheets
• Operation of an electronic line locator and probing equipment to mark the centerline of pipelines in the vicinity of third-party excavations; install permanent and temporary markings as a visual representation of the pipeline locations, and complete all required documentation
• Process One-Call tickets and respond to One-Call tickets within the state-mandated time frame
• Utilize mapping programs and online database to determine third-party excavations
• Drive to jobsites to review/meet with third parties and steward third-party excavation performance
• Damage Prevention inspection
• Ensure compliance with all company restrictions/procedures related to excavation activities within buffer zone of company pipelines
• Performs remedial and preventative maintenance and maintains facility appearance and safety through good housekeeping practices inside and outside of the facilities.
• Routine pipeline surveillance and ROW inspections
• Attend and participate in damage prevention meetings.
• Interface with various landowners, third-party excavators, and contractors
• Operations support activities
• Maintenance pigging support
• Routine pipeline maintenance support
• Emergency response support
• Participate and successfully complete training programs, process safety management reviews, and safety meetings required to comply with company policies
• Must meet the requirements of the Company's Operator Qualification as required

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 3 years pipeline or O&G related work experience required. Previous pipeline experience preferred
• Ability to communicate (read, write, and speak) effectively
• Ability to operate hand tools or other pipeline equipment to accomplish assigned tasks
• Able to use Microsoft Office suite of programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a consistent safe work ethic
• Familiarity with Engineering prints, pipeline alignment sheets, ArcGIS, KMZ files, GPS coordinates, KEY/Atlas maps, and HDD bore profiles
• Familiarity with basic principles of excavations, general construction practices, and basic pipeline experience
• Knowledge of emergency response procedures and DOT motor carrier regulations
• Must be willing and able to attend/complete required training courses
• Must be willing and able to work in various locations, both indoors and outdoors, in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record required
• Must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to plan daily work activities; demonstrated self-starter with the ability to work independently and exercise good judgement

Well-qualified candidates may be considered for additional opportunities.

Ocelot Energy LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, military status, race, religion, marital status, or any other protected classes under the law.

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