Repairman

Operations Job

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!

Position Summary:

Performs all duties and skills required for company operations and maintenance with a minimum of supervision, including troubleshooting and repair of facilities and associated equipment.

Primary Duties:

• Knows the function, location and operation of station valves and mainline block valves. Lubricates valves following manufacturer and company guidelines. Has a working knowledge of the valve numbers on station and mainline valves.
• Can make routine inspections of station equipment, station yard piping and valves and the reporting of any problems.
• Changes compressor valves, spark plugs, fuel hoses and igniters as well as performs other routine station maintenance activities.
• Assists in compressor unit overhauls.
• Has a working knowledge of the ESD system as to function, operation and location of all ESD stands.
• Maintains good housekeeping practices.
• Operates forklift, tractor, and other power-operated equipment.
• Uses hand and power tools and paint spray equipment according to company procedures and manufacturer's guidelines.
• Paints piping, equipment, and facilities.
• Has operating knowledge and skills with regard to equipment used for pipeline work.
• Assists in all phases of a shut-down of a section of pipeline.
• Performs leakage surveys and operates flame ionization detection equipment.
• Installs and maintains pipeline markers.
• Investigates Aerial Patrol Reports. Communicates with the patrol pilot and assists in relaying reports and messages to those responsible.
• Investigates encroachments on pipelines and completes the appropriate reports. Represents the company during line crossings ensuring company requirements are met.
• Assists in maintaining and repairing the pipeline right-of-way.
• Able to identify company pipelines as to location and description with the aid of alignment sheets, pipe locator, probing bar, digging the line out and measuring the OD of the pipe.

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent.
• Must possess a current driver's license.
• Candidate must live within 50 miles of the reporting location.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong mechanical background, working knowledge of engines, electric motors, compressors, valves and pipeline equipment.
• Should have or develop the ability to read and understand piping schematics, drawings and operating procedures.

Working Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.

Driving, walking, and standing frequently.

Lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Working in an operational setting that may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, which will require appropriate personal protective equipment.

The position is subject to call-out during off-duty hours, including the weekend.