Job Summary:

The Damage Prevention Coordinator is responsible for monitoring and inspecting locating activities to ensure compliance with company standards and applicable laws. This role involves frequent interaction with employees, contractors, and excavators, focusing on promoting damage prevention activities and managing conflicts. The coordinator will analyze third-party damages, assist in community education programs, and represent the department in various committees.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with coordinating activities between Damage Prevention Technicians and potential facility encroachments, line locates, line locate ticket counts and Technician responses (coordinate Technician movements between areas to assist each other with ticket completion), and Technician PTO coverage and coordination.
• Coordinates and promotes damage prevention activities and encourages open communication with excavators.
• The coordinator works under the direction of supervisors and management without direct supervision on a day-to-day basis.
• Coordinates and communicates daily with supervisors.
• Completes and publishes weekly and daily reports to supervisors and other damage prevention stakeholders.
• Audits and inspects the various phases of the line locating work to determine if work is conforming to Company standards.
• Tracks encroachment investigations until resolved/closed.  Utilizes LONO documentation to direct damage prevention Technicians.
• Coordinates audit activities on damage prevention activities and documentation.
• Coordinates and implements training for Damage Prevention Technicians specific to damage prevention activities.
• Monitors quality and cycle time of contractor's service through evaluation of metrics and field audits, to include only Contractor’s completing excavation work for WWM.
• Investigates late one call ticket incidents and communicates findings with supervisors.
• Participate in active third-party damage investigations as designated by the Manager.
• Assist in analyzing the root cause of investigated third party damages and communicates how future damage may be avoided, Assist with Safety personnel in completing and documenting incidents and damages to facilities.
• Assist locators with difficult and hard-to-find locations.
• Responds to customer complaints and follows up with the customer as to the status or resolution of the complaint, due to one call responses.
• Will work alongside the Public Awareness Team to support alignment and consistency across the Public Awareness Program, Damage Prevention Program, and community education initiatives.
• Involvement with state One-Call Centers, and state damage prevention programs including enforcement issues.
• Damage prevention Technician awareness of new or changing compliance task within their areas, new pipeline construction and encroachment awareness as well.
• Represents the department and actively participates in the company's Public Awareness and Damage Prevention Committee.
• Assists other company departments for special locating needs.
• Maintain DOT Operator Qualifications and be able to complete line locates.
• Handles special assignments on short notice.
• Evaluates and makes recommendations for improvements to company processes, standards, and policies.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma, or equivalent
• At least 5 years in a Damage Prevention role
• Must possess valid driver’s license and meet company insurability requirements
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, various operating systems and perform basic math skills
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays and respond to call outs and emergencies
• Knowledge of reading and interpreting blueprints, PI&D's and other diagrams.
• Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquid, and high/low pressure systems and follow Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines
• Ability to work in changing climate conditions
• Experienced in utilizing 811 systems and GIS
• Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and fluency in English is required
• Must be able to lift, push and pull a minimum of 75 lbs. and be able to work in tight spaces, climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders, walkways, etc.
• Depending upon the location and workload, travel will be required
• Must be able to complete Operator Qualification for relevant tasks through Veriforce prior to performing responsibilities of this position.

Benefits:

This position is located in Midland, Texas. Selected candidate is eligible for employer matched 401(k), medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D insurances and other benefit offerings.

Position Description:

This Utility Technician will provide support across various operations while gaining hands-on experience in pipeline operation and maintenance tasks. The Utility Technician will work closely with senior and experienced personnel to learn proper procedures, safety practices, and the day-to-day operations of our natural gas pipeline assets.

The Pipeline Utility Position Program aims to provide employees with targeted training and hands-on experience to advance through a career path that prepares them for various roles in pipeline operations. Employees will gain exposure to specialized roles, including Damage Prevention Technician, Pipeline Technician, Turbine Technician, Measurement Technician, Corrosion Technician, and I/E Technician. The program follows a structured timeline, progressing over 24 months from an entry Level 1 to Level 3 position, with each phase emphasizing specific training for technical expertise. This is a full-time permanent position.

Responsibilities:

• Learn to safely operate and care for a variety of tools, equipment, and vehicles used in daily operations.
• Assist in inventory and restocking of supplies and materials.
• Observe and follow all company safety rules and procedures, and wear required protective equipment.
• Participate in training sessions and safety meetings to gain knowledge of operations and procedures.
• Assist with performing Startup, Shutdown, and operation of various equipment/systems
• Assist with damage prevention activities including pipeline patrols, one-calls, locating and marking underground utilities, and inspecting line crossings, excavations, and other activities affecting Company facilities as required.
• Conducts routine inspection and operation of all equipment and pipelines.
• Responds to alarms and problems within the pipeline system and makes appropriate corrections.
• Conducts routine inspection of equipment and facilities.
• Performs or assists with a variety of Mechanical Maintenance and Repair duties.
• Assists with routine inspection, calibration and repair of end devices such as transmitters, switches, fire eyes, hazardous gas detection, level detection, loop tuning, etc.
• Assists with maintenance and repair mechanical equipment, instrumentation and electrical (I&E) equipment, and other equipment including, but not limited to valves, valve actuators, positioners, transmitters, motors, and compressors.
• Product composition and quality sampling and testing.
• Accurately complete documentation such as; timesheets, UpKeep work orders, and Job Safety Analysis.
• Support in basic facility upkeep tasks, such as cleaning, organizing tools, and preparing work areas.
• Effectively utilizes tools and tests equipment as needed.
• Performs and accurately documents regulatory required inspections.
• May oversee contractors providing specialty services (Quality Assurance, Quality Control).
• Reads and comprehends technical procedures, and / or governmental regulations
• Occasional travel including nights and weekends, as needed.
• Performs other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Required Qualifications:

• Legally authorized to work in the United States without restrictions.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree in a technical field and/or at least 3 years equivalent work, preferred.
• Work experience in plant or pipeline operations, mechanical maintenance, I&E, or natural gas measurement, preferred.
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Office Suite tools.
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.
• Willing and able to work shift schedule.
• Willing and able to perform/comply with the following, with or without reasonable accommodation:
• Work overtime, nights, weekends, holidays, and varied shifts when required.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Be available for call-outs when needed.
• Work in loud environment.
• Regularly stoops, squats, kneels and crouches for durations up to 3 minutes.
• Periodically pulls/pushes doors open to move around the gas plant.
• Lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Occasionally exerts pulling force of 130 pounds.
• Occasionally may climb A-frame ladders.

Benefits: This position is located in Midland, Texas area.  Selected candidate is eligible for employer matched 401(k), medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D insurances and other benefit offerings.

Position Description:

Responsible for the operation and maintenance of pipeline, measurement, gas quality, compressors and related field operations. The facilities include gas transmission pipeline with associated receipt and delivery meter stations in the Midland/Odessa Area and may include the following: reciprocating compressor units, ultrasonic gas meters, gas chromatographs, H2S analyzers, O2 Analyzers, control valves, overpressure protection, SCADA communications and other associated pumps, valves, seals and other related equipment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Start, stop and operate engines to maintain designated operating parameters. 
• Perform Pipeline locator responsibilities
• Ensure the cost effective and efficient performance of all engines and associated equipment. 
• Conduct pipeline pigging and install, repair, service and maintain valves, pipe, pipeline and appurtenances. 
• Coordinate maintenance of all facilities and equipment, including pipeline right-of-way, excavation coating and back filling pipelines, concrete work, painting, building erection, etc.
• Operate, maintain and repair equipment (e.g., wheeled tractors, pick-up trucks, water pumps, air compressors, coolers). 
• Oversee construction and maintenance by third parties including inspection of one-call tickets. 
• Perform governmental compliance activities, such as line patrol, road and railroad crossing inspections, and valve inspections. 
• Assist with cash flow management, cost monitoring and control and assist with planning and forecasting of the districts Capital and O&M budgets
• Participate in the development of O&M Procedures, Site Specific Procedures, project scopes and work plans. 
• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, regulatory, and Company tariff requirements and complete all applicable documentation and record keeping 
• Perform all related gas measurement calibrations and maintenance for ultrasonic meters, EFM gas chromatograph, H2S analyzer, H2O Analyzer, O2 Analyzer and PLCs.
• Communicate status updates, issues and pipeline and maintenance activity to appropriate personnel and represent the Company when communicating with landowner/tenants, public officials/emergency officials and at local meetings. (One-Call, Pipeline Groups, Soil Conservation, etc.) 
• Occasional travel including nights and weekends, as needed
• Perform duties of relief pipeline controller, as needed
• Other duties as required. 

Requirements & Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, or equivalent
• At least 5 years of related experience
• Must possess valid driver’s license and meet company insurability requirements
• May be required to possess a commercial driver’s license, drive a company commercial vehicle and comply with all commercial vehicle regulations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, various operating systems and perform basic math skills
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays and respond to call outs and emergencies
• Knowledge of reading and interpreting blueprints, PI&D's and other diagrams.
• Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquid, and high/low pressure systems and follow Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines
• Ability to work in changing climate conditions
• Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and fluency in English is required
• Must be able to lift, push and pull a minimum of 75 lbs. and be able to work in tight spaces, climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders, walkways, etc.
• Depending upon the location and workload, travel will be required
• Willing to live within approximately 50 miles of Midland/Odessa.

Benefits: This position is Full-Time located in Midland/Odessa.  Selected candidate is eligible for employer matched 401(k), medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D insurances and other benefit offerings.

Position Description:

This position is responsible for corrosion control and documentation for approximately 200 miles of pipe from Southeast New Mexico to West Texas and associated compressor stations, assisting other Techs throughout Texas. This position will be based out of the Midland, Texas office.

Job Responsibilities:

• Monitor both external and internal corrosion control and cathodic protection systems, perform maintenance and document accordingly
• Asses pipeline conditions, recognize and prevent potential human or environmental threats and mitigate risk of safety incidents
• Test and measure efficient operations of the cathodic protection systems and recommend corrosion prevention measures on pipeline facilities
• Troubleshoot areas of non-compliance, recommend corrective procedures and perform maintenance as needed including repairs and installations
• Conduct atmospheric and under insulation corrosion inspections, evaluate condition on pipeline coatings, and monitor data from the internal corrosion control system
• Review bids from 3^rd parties to make repairs and oversee/inspect work performed
• Document and maintain all records of system and facility evaluations, improvement recommendations and work performed
• Manage and document the scheduled regulatory inspections, including, but not limited to, rectifiers, bonds, AC mitigation and annual surveys
• Generate company standards, procedures and recordkeeping forms for WWM corrosion program
• Comply with safety, environmental and corrosion control regulations and company requirements. 
• Attend safety trainings, maintain required certifications to perform job duties, set example of high safety standards and assist in regulatory inspections

Requirements & Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, or equivalent
• At least 5 years of experience with corrosion control measures related to DOT 192 and Texas Railroad Commission
• Experience with TRRC audits
• Must possess valid driver’s license and meet company insurability requirements
• Maintain compliance with WWM’s drug and alcohol program
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, various operating systems and perform basic math skills
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays and respond to call outs and emergencies
• Knowledge of reading and interpreting blueprints, PI&D's and other diagrams.
• Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquid, and high/low pressure systems and follow Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines
• Ability to work in changing climate conditions
• Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and fluency in English is required
• Must be able to lift, push and pull a minimum of 75 lbs. and be able to work in tight spaces, climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders, walkways, etc.

Benefits:

This position is Full-Time located in Midland, Texas. Selected candidate is eligible for employer matched 401(k), medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D insurances and other benefit offerings.