Technician, Pipeline (Oakland City, IN) - Enterprise Products Company : Job Details

Enterprise Products Partners L.P. is one of the largest publicly traded partnerships and a leading North American provider of midstream energy services to producers and consumers of natural gas, NGLs, crude oil, refined products and petrochemicals. Our services include: natural gas gathering, treating, processing, transportation and storage; NGL transportation, fractionation, storage and import and export terminals; crude oil gathering, transportation, storage and terminals; petrochemical and refined products transportation, storage and terminals; and a marine transportation business that operates primarily on the United States inland and Intracoastal Waterway systems. The partnership's assets include approximately 50,000 miles of pipelines; 260 million barrels of storage capacity for NGLs, crude oil, refined products and petrochemicals; and 14 billion cubic feet of natural gas storage capacity.The Pipeline Technician's responsibilities include, but are not limited to:* Performing or assisting with routine maintenance of electric motors, pumps such as bearing and mechanical seal replacements, alignments, couplings, sumps, fans, drain piping modifications, etc.* Scheduling, and coordinating contractors to perform large scale electrical projects and preventative maintenance projects.* Troubleshoot problems with control systems and complex equipment associated with generators and control and pump stations.* Maintain, modify, and troubleshoot Distributive Control Systems (DCS) and/or Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) to maximize use of control technology and minimize installation and operating costs.* Maintain advanced monitoring devices (gas, flame, or fire detectors, vibration, and temperature monitors).* Perform routine maintenance on 2400/4160 vac electric motors from 500-6000 hp including medium voltage switchgear and VFD.* Thorough knowledge of electrical codes and is familiarity with AC voltage (120-480) three phase and single phase plus 24 VDC is required.* Maintenance on other mechanical equipment such as block valves, control valves, air compressors, valve actuators (electric and manual), etc.* Assist with replacement of pumps, motors, valves, and other equipment as needed.* Maintain and operate custody transfer measurement facilities and perform product quality control tests.* Participate and successfully complete training programs, process safety management reviews, and safety meetings required to comply with state and federal regulations.* Must meet the requirements of the Company's Operator Qualification program.* Reviews procedures as necessary to ensure compliance of all company and industry standards to meet all regulatory agency requirements.* Performs remedial and preventative maintenance and maintains facility appearance and safety through good housekeeping practices inside and outside of the facilities.* Perform preventative and general maintenance on electronic and pneumatic equipment and parts associated with this equipment.* Provide training and technical support.* Utilizes precision tools and test equipment as needed.* Responds to operational emergencies.* Performs regulatory required inspections.* Locate pipelines as needed and oversee excavations and line crossings.* Launch and receive cleaning pigs and assist with the launch and receiving of smart tools.* Install pipeline markers and do routine inspections on ROW.* Attend and participate in damage prevention meetings.* Interface with various landowners including private, state, federal, etc.The successful candidate will meet the following qualifications:* High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.* VoTech Certificate, I&E Degree or Associates Degree or related work experience is a preferred.* Previous experience and knowledge of industry related maintenance and repair standards preferred.* Knowledge of the general design and operation of NGL and refined products pipelines is preferred.* Basic computer skills including spreadsheet and word processing applications.* Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.* Minimum of 3 years stable work history, preferably in the energy industry.* 2-4 years previous experience with the operation, maintenance, and/or construction of a refined products and NGL pipeline facilities preferred.* Possess a strong commitment to personal and job safety.* Must demonstrate mechanical aptitude and dexterity in the use of tools and equipment.* Knowledge of pumps, regulators, MOV's, electronic controls and medium electrical voltage is desired with an understanding of NGL and refined products pipelines.* Ability to read and interpret alignment sheets, schematics, electrical diagrams, and P&IDs.* Must be able to perform basic mathematical calculations.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, decision making skills and strong work ethic.* Able to work independently as well as maintain and promote good working relationships within a team environment.* Able to assume responsibility, be flexible, perform duties and handle multiple tasks under potentially stressful and/or hazardous conditions.* Must be willing to work overtime and callouts.* Required to live within 1 hour of response time of job assignment.* Self-motivated individual; accountable and self-driven to learn and to continuously develop and improve his/her skills through both formalized and on the job training.* Must be able to demonstrate sound judgment with the ability to make decisions and corrections when problems are detected.* Must have a history of being dependable and reliable, take pride in a job well done, and enjoy working hard.* Good organizational skills, strong customer service with the ability to interface with various land owners and other corporate and field personnel.* Works indoors and outdoors during in and around industrial and electrical equipment.* Works in inclement weather and temperature extremes due to weather conditions and operating equipment.* Uses physical force to lift, push, pull and hold equipment and tools.* Climbs and works at various heights and may work in a standing, sitting, lying down, crouched, or kneeling position. Must be able to lift 60lbs. from ground level.* Routinely reacts to visual, aural, and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work.* Must have ability to get in and out of vehicles regularly and ride over rough roads.* Must wear special safety equipment while working and must be able to lift and put on emergency breathing apparatus and/or protective equipment.