Pipeliner USW at ONEOK

Des Moines, Iowa, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New Grad, Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Oil & Gas, Midstream, EnergyIndustries

Requirements

H.S. Diploma required; Associate's Degree preferred
Develop a working knowledge of the company's pipeline procedures regarding pipeline operations and maintenance within 120 days
Must be qualified in specific tasks according to the Company's Operator Qualification (OQ) Plan
1 - 2 years related work experience preferred
Department of Transportation CDL license with HazMat endorsement required within 60 days after reporting into the job
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in English
Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers, internal and external customers
Ability to work in stressful and changing environmental conditions
Ability to work under time pressure, tight deadlines, and interruptions
Ability to use a personal computer with the Windows® operating system to complete time sheets, send and receive e-mail, and access information posted on the Company’s intranet
Ability to operate a multi-line phone system
Ability to follow instructions or standard procedures
Ability to compile and/or examine information and select the best action from defined alternatives
Ability to organize and/or analyze information and identify solutions from a range of alternatives
Ability to deal with highly complex and/or sensitive issues where no existing policies or precedents apply
Physical demands: Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly; includes standing constantly, walking constantly, sitting frequently, plus walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and wearing personal protective equipment
Ability to work frequently outside with occasional exposure to extreme heat and/or cold
Potential travel requirements 26-75%

Responsibilities

Perform various labor tasks associated with maintenance and construction of a steel pipeline system, including driving commercial vehicles, operating equipment, and damage prevention
Provide labor and/or inspection support on various pipeline & facility maintenance projects
Perform Damage Prevention activities including but not limited to line locating & ROW (Right of Way) Marking
Provide assistance to other crew members, welders, or technicians as needed
Adapt to constantly changing tasks and assignments in a variety of environmental conditions
Operate medium-weight duty to full-sized trucks; load and unload materials; operate boom, winch, vacuum trailer, and other truck auxiliary equipment
Demonstrate ability to accurately and safely complete tasks according to the Company Operator Qualification (OQ) Plan and System Integrity Plan (SIP)
Responsibilities may include Department of Transportation (DOT) covered functions, including operations, maintenance, or emergency response on a pipeline
Be alert and respond immediately to dangerous or hazardous conditions
Includes certain administrative functions associated with this position

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Pipeline MaintenanceDamage PreventionLine LocatingROW MarkingCommercial Truck DrivingHeavy Equipment OperationBoom OperationWinch OperationVacuum TrailerDOT ComplianceOQ PlanSIP

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What education is required for the Pipeliner USW position?

A High School Diploma is required, with an Associate's Degree preferred. Candidates must develop a working knowledge of the company's pipeline procedures within 120 days and qualify in specific tasks per the Operator Qualification Plan.

What work experience is preferred for this role?

1-2 years of related work experience is preferred.

How much travel is involved in the Pipeliner USW job?

Potential travel requirements are 26-75%.

What are the key skills and abilities needed for this position?

Key abilities include communicating effectively orally and in writing in English, working in stressful and changing environmental conditions, operating a personal computer with Windows, following instructions or standard procedures, and adapting to various tasks.

What is the salary or compensation for the Pipeliner USW role?

This information is not specified in the job description.