Manager - Operations

Energy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America's energy. We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children's Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, The American Red Cross, Ronald McDonald House and many more.


We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO and abundant career opportunities.


Come join our award winning 12,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!

Summary:

The Operations Manager reports to the Area Director and provides supervision and direction to Location employees ensuring safe and effective pipeline and compressor facility operations consistent with company policies and procedures and government regulations. Works with area management to establish and monitor work group goals, operations and maintenance budgets, and small capital project scopes and budgets. Provides and coordinates emergency response and first line of contact for customers, landowners, and the public.

Job Description:

• Supervise and provide the direction to employees regarding safe pipeline and compressor facility operations consistent with company and governmental requirements.
• On-Call 24/7 for emergencies or operational assistance.
• Work with area management to establish work group goals and monitor performance.
• Responsible for adhering to operation and maintenance budgets and small capital projects, along with helping develop operating budgets for prospective areas of responsibilities.
• Assures the work group has the resources and information to make informed decisions regarding day to day operation of facilities in compliance with all company and regulatory requirements.
• Serves as the first line of management contact for customers, landowners, and the public. Assures any issues identified by these groups are conveyed to senior management and/or addresses them locally.
• Enforces company policies and procedures and ensures operations are maintained as required.
• Conducts personnel reviews and oversees the career planning and employee development for those employees in the work group

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and 8+ years of pipeline industry experience required
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Must reside within 45 minutes of the reporting work location.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiar with the Federal Code of Regulations as it relates to Natural Gas Pipeline Construction and Operations

Software Knowledge :

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Learn and become proficient in various Company programs and applications including the use of computers and smart devices.

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Driving, walking, sitting, and standing frequently.