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Pipeline OperatorHeadquartered in Houston, Texas, Summit Midstream Corporation is a value-driven corporation focused on developing, owning and operating midstream energy infrastructure assets that are strategically located in unconventional resource basins, primarily shale formations, in the continental United States.Summit Midstream is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.Relocation: No relocation assistance provided.Work Sponsorship: Summit Midstream will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the Company receiving satisfactory results from a pre-employment drug screening, a criminal background check, and reference checks and your satisfaction of all other applicable fitness for duty requirements.DOT Compliance: Responsibilities may include Department of Transportation (DOT) covered functions per PHMSA or FMSCA. Job duties also require the employee to be alert and respond immediately to dangerous or hazardous conditions, and where impaired performance, or failure to follow safety precautions, could result in serious injury or property damage. Maintain working knowledge of regulatory requirements, perform required tasks, and complete associated documentation (OSHA, DOT, EPA, etc.)Competitive salary range of: $39.76 to $47.69Summit Midstream offers a comprehensive benefits package including:Company Paid HolidaysDiscretionary Performance BonusMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceEmployer supplemented Health Savings AccountFlexible Benefit PlanBasic Term Life InsuranceVoluntary Term Life and AD&D InsuranceEmployer Short & Long-Term Disability InsuranceEmployee Assistance Plan (EAP)Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness and Accident InsuranceWellness Incentive Program6% Retirement Plan MatchPipeline Operator operates, inspects, maintains, and repairs pipelines, compression and measurement facilities, with the ability to direct and lead teams, projects and processes involved in natural gas pipelines and compression facilities.Principle Duties & Responsibilities:Maintain scheduled pigging operations, launcher/receiver maintenance and equipment inventory.Inspect, maintain and repair as needed all facilities as assigned, including but not limited to pipelines, compression, and measurement facilitiesOn-call responsibility for areas of responsibility as neededMaintain working knowledge of regulatory requirements, (OSHA, DOT, etc) and document required regulatory activitiesPlan, organize and prioritize assigned responsibilities and assign responsibilities to othersWork independently as liaison between Summit Midstream and outside entities, i.e. landowners, emergency response agencies, contractors and other pipeline companiesOperate and assist in maintenance activities at compressor facilitiesPerform pipeline patrols and inspect lines throughout the area and coordinate the activities of crews at other locationsUtilize hand tools to remove or replace valves, and have a basic understanding of riser locations and underground valvesPerform Lock-out/Tag-out procedures and write Safe Work Permits, as well as performing emergency shut-downs and operations control center protocolManage all activities with a focus on safety and complianceUse proper tools and equipment to perform integrity management and regulatory tasks on natural gas pipelinesMonitor activity in and around pipeline and facilities and respond as necessary to protect system integrity, with an understanding of what to do in case of an emergency and/or spillPut in work orders in Maximo, and be able to utilize CYGNETMaintain required forms, records, and reportsRespond to pipeline emergencies; perform cleanup associated with field ops and corrosion control activitiesOther duties as assignedEducation & Experience:High school diploma or equivalent2 to 5 or more years of general pipeline experience in the natural gas industry or related experience in similar industryKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:Can manage and control specific projects given to them, i.e. pigging programs, responding to emergency situations, incident commands, etc., as needed when the Supervisor is absentProven knowledge and experience with line location equipment and techniquesAbility to read and utilize drawings, schematics, alignment sheetsAbility to identify pipes and valves and what they doProven knowledge and understanding of procedures used to safely pig pipeline, i.e. launching, receiving and inspectionKnowledge to conduct pressure surveys on gathering lines and central delivery pointsExperienced in monitoring natural gas quality using sampling equipmentAbility to direct employees to tasks that need completion and ability to follow up after completionExcellent verbal and written communication skills requiredMust have a valid driver license with acceptable driving recordDemonstrate the ability to operate off-road vehicles safelyOn-call responsibility for areas as assignedPhysical Demands and Working Conditions:Above average physical mobility to enable access to elevated height areas via stairs or ladders, as well as movement from place to place on the job, taking distance and speed into accountStrenuous physical activity-pushing, pulling and lifting requirements up to 50 lbs. manually transport a load up to 75 lbs. and apply up to 100 ft. lbs. of torqueMust be able to work out of doors in extreme weather conditions and perform heavy physical labor operating equipment in a safe mannerWork indoors and outdoors in and around industrial and electrical equipmentNotice:Summit Midstream Corporation will not pay a fee of any kind to any third party agency without a valid Summit Midstream Corporation Master Service Agreement (MSA) authorized and signed by Human Resources. Any resume, application or other form of candidate submission to any employee of Summit Midstream Corporation, without a valid MSA on file, will be considered property of Summit Midstream Corporation and no fee will be paid.Are you ready to join a fast-paced, growth oriented midstream company, then apply today!Not yet ready to apply? That's okay! Learn more about us on LinkedIn***No phone calls or email, please.***No Agency Calls and /or submissions will be accepted

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