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The Pipeline Technician maintains and operates refined product pipelines, crude oil pipelines, pump ... The Pipeline Technician performs mechanical functions and duties of inspecting, checking ...
The Pipeline Technician maintains and operates refined product pipelines, crude oil pipelines, pump ... The Pipeline Technician performs mechanical functions and duties of inspecting, checking ...
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Martinez, CA · On-site
$46 - $58.69/hr
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Martinez, CA · On-site
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Maintenance Mechanic
Martinez, CA · On-site
$29.25 - $37.25/hr
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Machinist Mechanic
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$55.33/hr
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Maintenance Mechanic
$29.25 - $37.25/hr
... oil refining industries with an unwavering commitment to customer support. We provide extensive ... General mechanical skills for troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and attention to detail.
Maintenance Mechanic
$29.25 - $37.25/hr
... oil refining industries with an unwavering commitment to customer support. We provide extensive ... General mechanical skills for troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and attention to detail.
Maintenance Mechanic
Martinez, CA · On-site
$35 - $50/hr
... oil refining industries with an unwavering commitment to customer support. We provide extensive ... General mechanical skills for troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and attention to detail.
Maintenance Mechanic
Martinez, CA · On-site
$35 - $50/hr
... oil refining industries with an unwavering commitment to customer support. We provide extensive ... General mechanical skills for troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and attention to detail.
Millwright
Mont Belvieu, TX · On-site
$22.75 - $29.75/hr
... crude oil, refined products and petrochemicals. Our services include: natural gas gathering ... Replace mechanical seals, align equipment and troubleshoot problems in various rotating equipment.
Millwright
Mont Belvieu, TX · On-site
$22.75 - $29.75/hr
... crude oil, refined products and petrochemicals. Our services include: natural gas gathering ... Replace mechanical seals, align equipment and troubleshoot problems in various rotating equipment.
Responsible for monitoring and operating oil refinery processing equipment and assures production ... Production environment could include frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious ...
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Millwright
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$22.75 - $29.75/hr
... crude oil, refined products and petrochemicals. Our services include: natural gas gathering ... Replace mechanical seals, align equipment and troubleshoot problems in various rotating equipment.
Millwright
Mont Belvieu, TX · On-site
$22.75 - $29.75/hr
... crude oil, refined products and petrochemicals. Our services include: natural gas gathering ... Replace mechanical seals, align equipment and troubleshoot problems in various rotating equipment.
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| Industry Usage | Commonly used in oil refineries for equipment repair and troubleshooting | Often used interchangeably, focusing on maintenance and repair tasks |
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Technician, Pipeline (Mechanical) (Beaumont, TX)
Beaumont, TX • On-site
Other
Posted 15 days ago
Enterprise Products rating
9.2
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1st of 54 rated energy and utility
Job description
Enterprise Products does not accept unsolicitedresumes from recruiting firms. An unsolicited resume submitted by arecruiting firm via-email, hardcopy, the Internet or directly tohiring managers will be deemed the sole property of EnterpriseProducts, and a fee will not be paid in the event the candidate ishired.
Job DescriptionDescriptionEnterprise Products Partners L.P. is one of the largest publicly traded partnerships and a leading North American provider of midstream energy services to producers and consumers of natural gas, NGLs, crude oil, refined products and petrochemicals. Our services include: natural gas gathering, treating, processing, transportation and storage; NGL transportation, fractionation, storage and import and export terminals; crude oil gathering, transportation, storage and terminals; petrochemical and refined products transportation, storage and terminals; and a marine transportation business that operates primarily on the United States inland and Intracoastal Waterway systems. The partnership’s assets include approximately 50,000 miles of pipelines; 260 million barrels of storage capacity for NGLs, crude oil, refined products and petrochemicals; and 14 billion cubic feet of natural gas storage capacity.
The Pipeline Technician maintains and operates refined product pipelines, crude oil pipelines, pump stations and all of the associated equipment such aspumps, motor operated valves, pressure switches, electric motors, transmitters, vibration switches, electronic controls and pressure regulators. The Pipeline Technician performs mechanical functions and duties of inspecting, checking, troubleshooting, repairing, and replacing all mechanical equipment in order to maintain high levels of safe and productive equipment performance.
Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Routine maintenance of centrifugal pumps and electric motors such as bearing and seal replacements, alignments, couplings, sumps, fans,drain piping modifications, etc.
- Maintenance on other mechanical equipment such as block valves, control valves, air compressors, valve actuators,etc.
- Maintenance and repair of reciprocating engines and associated components.
- Assist with replacement of pumps, motors, valves, and other equipment as needed, including foundation work, initial alignment, testing, and startup.
- Participate and successfully complete training programs, process safety management reviews, andsafety meetings required to comply with state and federal regulations.
- Must meet the requirements of the Company's Operator Qualification program to perform identified covered tasks and remain compliant or work under the direct supervision and observation of an individual who has previously been qualified with the Company's and Code of Federal Regulation requirements.
- Reviews procedures as necessary to ensure compliance of all company and industry standards to meetall regulatory agency requirements.
- Properly completes records of time and required regulatory reports.
- Maintains close contact with the Area Supervisor regarding maintenance trouble reports and scheduled equipment maintenance to effect a minimum interruption of product throughput.
- Ability to optimize work to effect a minimal amount of overtime.
- Performs remedial and preventative maintenance and maintains facility appearance and safety through good housekeeping practices inside and outside of the facilities.
- Participates in available cross training to effectively develop skills in areas specific to other technicians.
- Utilizes precision tools and test equipment as needed.
- Responds to operational emergencies as a member of an area emergency response team.
- Performs regulatory required inspections.
- Launch and receive cleaning pigs and assist with the launch and receiving of smart pigs.
- Maintain and operate corrosion control equipment.
- Obtains services from contractors to perform specialty services and supervises their work.
- Trains and guides others to learn duties of Mechanical Technician.
- Perform any other job duties as directed by their supervisor.
The successful candidate will meet the following qualifications:
- High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
- VoTech certificate or Associates degree or related work experience is a preferred. <
- Previous experience and knowledge of industry related maintenance and repair standards preferred.
- Knowledge of the general design and operation of a refined products pipeline.
- Basic computer skills including spreadsheet and word processing applications.
- Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
- Minimum of 3 years stable work history, preferably in the energy industry.
- 2-4 years previous experience with the operation, and maintenance of a refined pipeline facility preferred.
- Possess a strong commitment to personal and job safety.
- Must demonstrate mechanical aptitude and dexterity in the use of tools and equipment.
- Knowledge ofCompressors, pumps, regulators, MOV's, electronic controls and medium electrical voltage is desired with an understanding ofrefined product pipelines.
- Ability to read and interpret alignment sheets, schematics and P&IDs.
- Must be able to perform basic mathematical calculations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, decision making skills and strong work ethic.
- Able to work independently as well as maintain and promote good working relationships within a team environment.
- Able to assume responsibility, be flexible, perform duties and handle multiple tasks under potentially stressful and/or hazardous conditions.
- Must be willing to work overtime andcall-outs.
- Required tolive within a one-hour commute time to their home office.
- Self-motivated individual, accountable and self-driven to learn and to continuously develop and improve his/her skills through both formalized and on the job training.
- Must be able to demonstrate sound judgment with the ability to make decisions and corrections when problems are detected.
- Must have a history of being dependable and reliable, take pride in a job well done, and enjoy working hard.
- Good organizational skills, strong customer service with the ability to interface with various land owners and other corporate and field personnel.
- Works indoors and outdoors in and around industrial and electrical equipment.
- Works in temperature extremes due to weather conditions and operating equipment.
- Uses physical force to lift, push, pull and hold equipment and tools.
- Climbs and works at various heights and may work in a standing, sitting, lying down, crouched or kneeling position.
- Routinely reacts to visual, aural and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work.
- Must be able to regularly bend, stoop, move from ground level to higher levels, raise/lift from ground level and lift up to 50 lbs.,
- Must have ability to get in and out of vehicles regularly and ride over rough roads.
- Must wear special safety equipment while working and must be able to lift and put on emergency breathing apparatus and/or protective equipment.
1100 Louisiana Street, 10th Floor Houston, TX 77002-5227
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Industry
Oil and gas extraction
Company size
5,001 - 10,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Houston , TX, US
Year founded
1968