The Pipeline Pigging Assistant is responsible for safe on-site pigging operations, maintenance, equipment installation. Ensuring equipment performs within acceptable parameters. They will be under ...
The Pipeline Pigging Assistant is responsible for safe on-site pigging operations, maintenance, equipment installation. Ensuring equipment performs within acceptable parameters. They will be under ...
The Pipeline Pigging Assistant is responsible for safe on-site pigging operations, maintenance, equipment installation. Ensuring equipment performs within acceptable parameters. They will be under ...
The Pipeline Pigging Assistant is responsible for safe on-site pigging operations, maintenance, equipment installation. Ensuring equipment performs within acceptable parameters. They will be under ...
Pipeline Pigging Assistant
El Campo, TX · On-site
The Pipeline Pigging Assistant is responsible for safe on-site pigging operations, maintenance, equipment installation. Ensuring equipment performs within acceptable parameters. They will be under ...
Pipeline Pigging Assistant
El Campo, TX · On-site
The Pipeline Pigging Assistant is responsible for safe on-site pigging operations, maintenance, equipment installation. Ensuring equipment performs within acceptable parameters. They will be under ...
Field Service Technician III
Midland, TX · On-site
Commissioning of pigging systems to bring the pigging system into service and preform a field acceptance test (FAT) to ensure the systems performance. * Help to identify new opportunities for WeldFit ...
Field Service Technician III
Midland, TX · On-site
Commissioning of pigging systems to bring the pigging system into service and preform a field acceptance test (FAT) to ensure the systems performance. * Help to identify new opportunities for WeldFit ...
Field Service Technician III
Midland, TX · On-site +1
Commissioning of pigging systems to bring the pigging system into service and preform a field acceptance test (FAT) to ensure the systems performance. * Help to identify new opportunities for WeldFit ...
Field Service Technician III
Midland, TX · On-site +1
Commissioning of pigging systems to bring the pigging system into service and preform a field acceptance test (FAT) to ensure the systems performance. * Help to identify new opportunities for WeldFit ...
HPC-Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, is seeking a Project Manager to support and oversee pigging operations at the Flint Hills Pine Bend Refinery. This role is responsible for planning ...
HPC-Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, is seeking a Project Manager to support and oversee pigging operations at the Flint Hills Pine Bend Refinery. This role is responsible for planning ...
Perform routine pipeline pigging operations. * Inspect and maintain pipeline equipment and associated facilities. * Complete preventive and corrective maintenance activities. * Identify and report ...
Posted today
Perform routine pipeline pigging operations. * Inspect and maintain pipeline equipment and associated facilities. * Complete preventive and corrective maintenance activities. * Identify and report ...
Posted today
Project Manager IS
Houston, TX · On-site
$133K/yr
HPC-Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, is seeking a Project Manager to support and oversee pigging operations at the Flint Hills Pine Bend Refinery. This role is responsible for planning ...
Project Manager IS
Houston, TX · On-site
$133K/yr
HPC-Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, is seeking a Project Manager to support and oversee pigging operations at the Flint Hills Pine Bend Refinery. This role is responsible for planning ...
HPC-Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, is seeking a Project Manager to support and oversee pigging operations at the Flint Hills Pine Bend Refinery. This role is responsible for planning ...
HPC-Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, is seeking a Project Manager to support and oversee pigging operations at the Flint Hills Pine Bend Refinery. This role is responsible for planning ...
HPC-Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, is seeking a Project Manager to support and oversee pigging operations at the Flint Hills Pine Bend Refinery. This role is responsible for planning ...
HPC-Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, is seeking a Project Manager to support and oversee pigging operations at the Flint Hills Pine Bend Refinery. This role is responsible for planning ...
Pipeline Technician
Cuero, TX · On-site
Perform routine pipeline pigging operations. * Inspect and maintain pipeline equipment and associated facilities. * Complete preventive and corrective maintenance activities. * Identify and report ...
New
Pipeline Technician
Cuero, TX · On-site
Perform routine pipeline pigging operations. * Inspect and maintain pipeline equipment and associated facilities. * Complete preventive and corrective maintenance activities. * Identify and report ...
New
Pipeline Technician
Cuero, TX · On-site
Perform routine pipeline pigging operations. * Inspect and maintain pipeline equipment and associated facilities. * Complete preventive and corrective maintenance activities. * Identify and report ...
Posted today
Pipeline Technician
Cuero, TX · On-site
Perform routine pipeline pigging operations. * Inspect and maintain pipeline equipment and associated facilities. * Complete preventive and corrective maintenance activities. * Identify and report ...
Posted today
Provides leadership, technical expertise, and strategic direction for internal corrosion, external corrosion, cathodic protection, maintenance pigging, and integrity-related activities while ensuring ...
Provides leadership, technical expertise, and strategic direction for internal corrosion, external corrosion, cathodic protection, maintenance pigging, and integrity-related activities while ensuring ...
Pipeline Operator
Kenedy, TX · On-site
$21.45 - $27.51/hr
This role involves assisting with pipeline pigging operations, monitoring system performance, and collaborating with engineering and operations teams to ensure safe and efficient pipeline ...
Pipeline Operator
Kenedy, TX · On-site
$21.45 - $27.51/hr
This role involves assisting with pipeline pigging operations, monitoring system performance, and collaborating with engineering and operations teams to ensure safe and efficient pipeline ...
Pipeline Operator
Kenedy, TX · On-site
$26.05 - $32.98/hr
This role involves assisting with pipeline pigging operations, monitoring system performance, and collaborating with engineering and operations teams to ensure safe and efficient pipeline ...
Pipeline Operator
Kenedy, TX · On-site
$26.05 - $32.98/hr
This role involves assisting with pipeline pigging operations, monitoring system performance, and collaborating with engineering and operations teams to ensure safe and efficient pipeline ...
Pigging * Collecting liquids * Changing charts * Gauging tanks * Locating and marking lines * Monitoring cathodic protection/basic pipe coatings * Leakage survey/patrolling pipelines * Blowing drips
Pigging * Collecting liquids * Changing charts * Gauging tanks * Locating and marking lines * Monitoring cathodic protection/basic pipe coatings * Leakage survey/patrolling pipelines * Blowing drips
Pipeline Operator
Kenedy, TX · On-site
Primary responsibilities include pigging operations and maintenance tasks related to equipment troubleshooting, testing, installation, and repair within the assigned area. • Provide clear ...
Pipeline Operator
Kenedy, TX · On-site
Primary responsibilities include pigging operations and maintenance tasks related to equipment troubleshooting, testing, installation, and repair within the assigned area. • Provide clear ...
Pipeline Operator II
Kenedy, TX · On-site
Primary responsibilities include pigging operations and maintenance tasks related to equipment troubleshooting, testing, installation, and repair within the assigned area. • Provide clear ...
Pipeline Operator II
Kenedy, TX · On-site
Primary responsibilities include pigging operations and maintenance tasks related to equipment troubleshooting, testing, installation, and repair within the assigned area. • Provide clear ...
Primary responsibilities include pigging operations and maintenance tasks related to equipment troubleshooting, testing, installation, and repair within the assigned area. Responsibilities Provide ...
Primary responsibilities include pigging operations and maintenance tasks related to equipment troubleshooting, testing, installation, and repair within the assigned area. Responsibilities Provide ...
Pipeline Operator
Kenedy, TX · On-site
Primary responsibilities include pigging operations and maintenance tasks related to equipment troubleshooting, testing, installation, and repair within the assigned area. Responsibilities • ...
Pipeline Operator
Kenedy, TX · On-site
Primary responsibilities include pigging operations and maintenance tasks related to equipment troubleshooting, testing, installation, and repair within the assigned area. Responsibilities • ...
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A typical day for a pigging technician involves preparing and launching pipeline inspection tools (known as pigs), monitoring their progress, collecting and analyzing inspection data, and performing maintenance on pigging equipment. You’ll often work alongside other technicians, engineers, and operations staff to schedule and carry out pigging tasks while adhering to safety protocols. The work may involve both indoor and outdoor environments and requires travel to different pipeline sites. Collaboration, adaptability, and strict attention to safety are key elements of the daily routine. As you gain experience, opportunities to advance into supervisory or specialized technical roles are common in the industry.
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To thrive in pigging operations, you need strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a basic understanding of pipeline systems, often supported by technical or vocational training. Familiarity with pigging equipment, pipeline inspection tools, and adherence to relevant safety certifications such as OSHA or HAZMAT is typically required. Effective communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills help operators coordinate with maintenance crews and respond efficiently to operational issues. These skills ensure the safe, effective maintenance of pipelines, minimizing downtime and supporting overall operational integrity.
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Job description
Summary: The Pipeline Pigging Assistant is responsible for safe on-site pigging operations, maintenance, equipment installation. Ensuring equipment performs within acceptable parameters. They will be under the supervision of the District Manager, Pipeline Pigging Operations Manager and Field Supervisors.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Maintain clean and safe working environment
- Operate and maintain company vehicle/s and equipment at all times to ensure their personal safety along with the equipment they will operate
- Make any and all repairs deemed reasonable and safe
- Control and minimize repair expenses through a strong preventative maintenance program
- Comply with HS&E Policies and Safety Program
- Always act in a professional manner while representing FESCO, Ltd.
- Assist in equipment maintenance pre-job and post job
- Assist with loading and unloading equipment, on job sites and in shop
- Completes all paperwork as required
- Assists in rig up of temporary equipment on job sites and in shop, (i.e., temporary piping, pig traps, separators, flares, etc.)
- Assist in pipeline pigging operations, (i.e., pig launching and receiving, liquid separation, etc.)
- Other duties as assigned by Manager and or Supervisor
Education, Professional Licensure and Certifications:
- High School/GED
- The Pigging Assistant must be able to obtain and maintain a commercial driver's license (CDL) commensurate with his or her classification and DOT regulations
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hand and fingers to feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms , and taste or smell. The Pigging Assistant frequently is required to sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and talk and hear. They must regularly lift or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift or move 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision, peripheral vision along with depth perception and the ability to adjust and focus.
Working Environment
While performing the duties of the job, employees regularly work outside in all weather conditions. Job duties are frequently conducted in hazardous environments, FRC's are required to be worn. The Pigging Assistant frequently works in areas exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The are exposed to various types of chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
There will be extensive travel and time away from home with this job, hourly pay with overtime anddailyJPI (job performance incentive) bonus. The JPI will be commensurate with abilities to move from Pigging Trainee to Pigging Assistant.
About FESCO
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Industry
Oil and gas extraction
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Alice, TX, US
Year founded
1949