Pipeline Operations Supervisor

Overview

JOB SUMMARY: The Pipeline Operations Supervisor supervises and performs pipeline operations, maintenance, inspections, and other duties as assigned for crude pipeline systems.

SCHEDULE: Town Mon-Fri ; Projects Mon-Sun

HOURS: Rotational 1/1, 84 Hours per week

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understand, practice and continually lead by example Doyon Associated’s and Mid-Alaska Pipeline’s commitment to zero incident safety and environmental culture.
• Comply with pipeline safety and environmental regulations.
• Monitor and ensure that pipeline conditions and issues are addressed in a timely manner.
• Plan, conduct, and lead pipeline-related tasks of a complex nature.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of the mechanical operations of equipment such as ball valves, gate valves, relief valves, meters, instrumentation, and other pipeline-related equipment.
• Perform Lock Out Tag Out procedures for necessary work as required for hot and cold work in facilities.
• Write simple and complex procedures for hot and cold work in facilities.
• Identify, report, and initiate immediate actions to correct abnormal operating conditions associated with pipeline assets within standard parameters.
• Develop operational procedures such as pigging, operations, maintenance and emergency procedures.
• Proactively evaluate pipeline system and equipment performance and initiate standard adjustments, as needed, to increase the pipeline system efficiency.
• Proactively perform troubleshooting and analysis of complex operational issues. Activities include troubleshooting operational issues with meters, valves, pressure gauges/transmitters, temperature gauges/transmitters, computational pipeline monitoring and other pipeline-related equipment.
• Develop project scopes for maintenance activities, work with third-party contractors to obtain cost estimates, and coordinate execution of the projects.
• Develop budgets for operational and maintenance activities.
• Complete operational forms and records to meet regulatory documentation requirements.
• Manage and ensure line-locate requests are completed in accordance with Damage Prevention Regulations, utilizing Line Locating Equipment.
• Strong understanding of all pipeline maintenance and operations equipment. Activities may include valve maintenance, filter changes, pigging, liquid handling, meter maintenance, instrumentation verification, etc.
• Lead meter proving operations and scheduling.
• Conduct routine monitoring and inspection of pipeline assets. Activities include performing facility inspections and documenting operating conditions (i.e., pressures, temperatures, volumes, cathodic protection, etc.).
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and respond to call-outs for leak detection system alarms
• Conduct & review routine patrols of ROWs to ensure there are no encroachments or construction activities potentially affecting the pipeline assets.
• Be available 24/7 for emergency response.
• Maintain all records and reports as required for compliance purposes.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This position supervises and mentors Operations Technicians.
• This position may supervise small crews performing maintenance or construction projects on pipeline assets.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Occasionally lift or carry moderately heavy equipment up to 50 pounds, working, stooping, kneeling, bending, climbing and walking distances in all types of terrain.
• May be required to stand, sit, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch for reasonable periods of time.
• Work with or near hazardous chemicals.
• Operate personal computer for extended periods.
• Work outdoors in weather extremes and near equipment with potentially high noise levels.
• Respond to emergency calls and/or call-outs and return to work while off duty.
• Work extended hours (scheduled and/or unscheduled, nights and/or weekends), occasionally, as needed or required to meet established deadlines.
• Based on business requirements, may be assigned to shiftwork.
• Physical ability to work around and on industrial equipment, including frequent climbing, stooping, reaching, pulling, pushing, twisting, bending, kneeling, crawling and grasping.
• Work in areas with limited access or cramped spaces.
• Climb ladders, walkways, and scaffolds.
• May be required to wear SCBA and/or become fit tested for a respirator (requires fact to be clean shaven).

Qualifications

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have pipeline knowledge and experience, and the capability to take on a wide range of pipeline responsibilities resulting in safe operating conditions and in compliance with government regulations.
• Must have comprehensive knowledge of the overall operations and maintenance of a crude oil pipeline system and associated equipment.
• Must have competence with Microsoft Word & Excel. Experience with AutoCAD and GIS software preferred.
• Must have demonstrated mechanical aptitude in the use of hand and pneumatic tools.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical operational manuals.
•  Math and computer skills with the ability to calculate flows, temperature/pressure differences, and gain proficiency in computational pipeline monitoring software.
• Basic knowledge of pipeline cathodic protection and protective coatings.
• A valid driver’s license to drive company vehicles.
• Have the ability to proficiently speak, read, and write English.
• Must be organized and proficient in record keeping.
• Ability to pass Operator Qualifications for covered tasks as defined in CFR 195.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills working in a team environment.
• Ability to work alone and with minimal supervision.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

• Degree or Certificate required in Process Technology, Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent.
• 5-10 Years of experience as a pipeline operator, technician, or supervisor.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT: Doyon grants preference to qualified Doyon Shareholders first, and second to qualified shareholders of other Alaska Native corporations that grant a similar preference in all phases of employment and training, which include, but are not limited to hiring, promotion, layoff, transfer, and training.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: It is Doyon’s business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

The above is not intended to list all possible essential duties and responsibilities as they are subject to change. The employer reserves the right to revise or change this description. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice. To perform this job successfully, an individual must perform each of the above essential duties and responsibilities and meet the physical demands.