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Pipeline Operator

Taft, CA · On-site

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Pipeline Operator California Resources Corporation is a publicly traded oil and natural gas ... Participate in audits, inspections, and safety programs. * Perform visual patrols to identify ...

This role focuses on natural gas supply pipelines, metering stations, pressure regulation, safety systems, and integration with gas turbine power plants that provide critical, resilient power to our ...

Pipeline Operator

Taft, CA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

The pipeline operator is responsible for the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of pipeline ... Participate in audits, inspections, and safety programs. * Perform visual patrols to identify ...

This role focuses on natural gas supply pipelines, metering stations, pressure regulation, safety systems, and integration with gas turbine power plants that provide critical, resilient power to our ...

This role focuses on natural gas supply pipelines, metering stations, pressure regulation, safety systems, and integration with gas turbine power plants that provide critical, resilient power to our ...

Sets the example for safety excellence including element owner in MIPC's Pipeline Safety Management System (PSMS), risk management, follow-up and closure of action items, leveraging learnings across ...

Sets the example for safety excellence including element owner in MIPC's Pipeline Safety Management System (PSMS), risk management, follow-up and closure of action items, leveraging learnings across ...

Manager Process Safety

Dallas, TX · On-site

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Provides expert guidance on process safety risks associated with pipelines, storage terminals, pump stations, and liquid loading facilities. * Supports development, implementation, and continuous ...

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How much do pipeline safety jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for pipeline safety in the United States is $24.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $27.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is pipeline safety?

Pipeline safety refers to the regulations, practices, and technologies used to ensure that pipelines transporting oil, gas, and other hazardous materials operate safely and do not pose risks to people, property, or the environment. Professionals in pipeline safety are responsible for monitoring pipeline conditions, conducting inspections, ensuring compliance with government regulations, and responding to incidents. Their goal is to prevent leaks, ruptures, and accidents through proactive maintenance, emergency planning, and community outreach.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in pipeline safety?

To thrive in Pipeline Safety, you need a strong understanding of safety regulations, risk assessment, and engineering principles, often supported by a degree in engineering or a related field. Familiarity with pipeline monitoring systems, GIS software, and relevant certifications such as API 1169 or OSHA safety credentials is typically required. Attention to detail, effective communication, and problem-solving skills help professionals identify hazards and coordinate safety measures. These capabilities are crucial for ensuring regulatory compliance, preventing accidents, and protecting people and the environment.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in pipeline safety roles, and how are they typically addressed?

Pipeline Safety professionals often encounter challenges such as ensuring regulatory compliance, managing aging infrastructure, and responding swiftly to incidents or leaks. These challenges are typically addressed through rigorous monitoring systems, ongoing employee training, and close collaboration with regulatory agencies. Additionally, teams regularly conduct risk assessments and maintenance to prevent issues and ensure safe operation. Being proactive and detail-oriented is crucial for success in this field.

What is the difference between Pipeline Safety vs Pipeline Inspector?

AspectPipeline SafetyPipeline Inspector
CertificationsOSHA, HAZWOPER, industry-specific safety certificationsOSHA, HAZWOPER, industry safety certifications
Work EnvironmentField sites, industrial facilities, construction zonesField inspections, site visits, compliance checks
Employer & Industry UsageUtilities, energy companies, pipeline operatorsPipeline companies, inspection firms, regulatory agencies
Primary FocusEnsuring overall pipeline safety and complianceInspecting pipelines for safety, defects, and regulatory adherence

Pipeline Safety professionals focus on developing safety protocols, training, and overall risk management for pipelines. Pipeline Inspectors conduct on-site inspections to identify defects and ensure compliance. Both roles are essential for pipeline integrity but differ in scope: safety professionals oversee policies, while inspectors perform hands-on evaluations.

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Infographic showing various Pipeline Safety job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,722 per year, or $24.4 per hour.

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The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), Office of Chief Counsel is seeking dynamic individuals to serve in permanent positions as Attorney Advisors at our headquarters in Washington, D.C. Our attorneys experience a broad range of assignments providing legal support to PHMSA's mission of ensuring the safe operation of the Nation's gas and hazardous liquids pipeline systems.
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As an Attorney Advisor, you will:
  • Work with other attorneys, program staff, subject matter experts, and agency leaders to: set national policies on pipeline safety; pursue enforcement for violations of pipeline safety standards, including civil penalties and compliance orders; support emergency response following pipeline incidents, including issuance of emergency orders
  • Develop and adopt new regulations to further enhance and improve pipeline safety.
  • Develop guidance and interpretations to assist the regulated community in maintaining compliance.
  • Support litigation by or against the United States; and other legal support for PHMSA and its pipeline safety program.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience with a range of legal practice areas associated with the transportation industry and the Department of Transportation, such as: administrative enforcement, including charging documents, adjudications, hearings, and negotiations; regulatory development and drafting; administrative appeals and litigation; legislative drafting and analysis; and working collaboratively with other attorneys, engineers, policy leaders, and safety experts performing a wide variety of legal tasks in a government setting.
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Conditions of employment
  • You must be a U.S.Citizen and eligible for consideration.
  • Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date.
  • This is an Excepted Service position.
  • Required documents must be submitted by the closing date.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
  • SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • TRIAL PERIOD: This is an Excepted Service position. This job will be filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive service. Applicants selected for an excepted service position may be subject to a two-year trial period.
  • ETHICS/CONFLICT OF INTEREST STATEMENT: All employees are subject to the Standards of Ethical Conduct for Employees of the Executive Branch, set out in Title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations, section 2635, including restrictions on owning financial interests that may conflict with performance of their duties. Some employees, like those involved in contracting or regulating non-Federal entities, are subject to Executive Branch Financial Disclosure requirements set out in Title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations, section 263.
  • BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: Applicants may be required to complete a background/security investigation and meet preliminary requirements prior to onboarding.
  • FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE: The Ethics in Government Act of 1978 requires the applicant selected for this position to submit a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450) within 30 days of appointment and annually thereafter.

Qualifications
To qualify, your experience should include experience and education equal or equivalent to the following:
GRADE 11 possess a professional law degree (LLB, or J.D.) and be in good standing of a bar. No professional legal experience necessary.
  • Experience performing legal services involving compliance and regulatory issues;
  • Experience preparing legal memoranda and opinions; and/or
  • Experience maintaining a relationship with customers to assure their understanding of legal positions.

GRADE 12 a law degree, bar membership in good standing and at least 1 year of professional attorney experience, which includes:
  • Experience performing legal services involving compliance and regulatory issues.
  • Experience preparing legal memoranda and opinions.
  • Experience maintaining a relationship with customers to assure their understanding of legal positions.

GRADE 13 - A law degree, bar membership in good standing and either two years of professional attorney experience OR one year of professional attorney experience and a second professional law degree (LL.M) which requires one full year of graduate study.
  • Experience performing legal services involving compliance and regulatory issues.
  • Experience preparing legal memoranda and opinions.
  • Experience maintaining a relationship with customers to assure their understanding of legal positions.

GRADE 14 - A law degree, bar membership in good standing and at least 3 years of professional attorney experience.
  • Experience performing legal services involving compliance and regulatory issues.
  • Experience preparing legal memoranda and opinions.
  • Experience maintaining a relationship with customers to assure their understanding of legal positions.

GRADE 15 - A law degree, bar membership in good standing and at least 4 years of professional attorney experience.
  • Experience performing legal services involving compliance and regulatory issues.
  • Experience preparing legal memoranda and opinions.
  • Experience maintaining a relationship with customers to assure their understanding of legal positions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
  • Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, considering the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
  • Written Communication - Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience.
  • Legal, Government, and Jurisprudence - Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, legal practices and documents, Government regulations, Executive orders, agency rules, Government organization and functions, and the democratic political process.
  • Problem Solving - Identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; generates and evaluates alternative solutions; makes recommendations.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
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All applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Education
MANDATORY EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
In order to qualify for this position, candidates must have successfully completed a full course of study in a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) and have a professional law degree, and must currently be a member in good standing of the bar of a State or Territory of the United States or the District of Columbia.
Additional information
As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:
  • your performance and conduct;
  • the needs and interests of the agency;
  • whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
  • whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your 2-year trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Transportation and its Operating Administrations from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to the Department of Transportation by email at, FairChanceAct@dot.gov. To learn more, please visit our page at: The Fair Chance to Compete Act | US Department of Transportation
This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if similar vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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