R10097776 Pipeline Technician (Open)
Location
Beaumont, TX - ASU
Air Liquide Large Industries provides our customers with industrial gas and energy solutions that are vital to their own industrial production. We own and operate over 2,000 miles of industrial gas pipelines in the U.S. supplying mainly oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen and syngas in large quantities from multiple production sources to major customers in the chemicals, petrochemicals, refining and steel industries. Our pipeline operations and industrial gas production facilities are closely monitored 24/7 within our leading-edge operations control center located in Houston, Texas. Our operations control group monitors over 89,000 data points and assists with product supply and coordination. We are constantly optimizing our supply network to provide high reliability and energy efficiencies allowing Air Liquide to adjust supply needs more quickly and effectively enabling growth to our customers.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative.
Comprehensive Family Benefits:Air Liquide offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
Support for Parents: We offer up to 14-week paid child birth benefits to support growing families.
Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
Early Access:Your benefits start day 1.
Air Liquide Large Industries provides our customers with industrial gas and energy solutions that are vital to their own industrial production. We own and operate over 2,000 miles of industrial gas pipelines in the U.S. supplying mainly oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen and syngas in large quantities from multiple production sources to major customers in the chemicals, petrochemicals, refining and steel industries. Our pipeline operations and industrial gas production facilities are closely monitored 24/7 within our innovative operations control center located in Houston, Texas. Our operations control group monitors over 89,000 data points and collaborates on product supply and coordination. We are continuously refining our supply network to provide high reliability and energy efficiencies, allowing Air Liquide to respond dynamically to supply needs while supporting customer success and sustainable growth.
We are seeking a talented and collaborative Pipeline Operations Field Technician to join our team. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for guiding and supporting the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of our pipeline systems.
Responsibilities
Promotes compliance with all applicable regulations and group directives
Ensures compliance with all Air Liquide safety and quality mandates including, but not limited to: Fundamentals of Safety 12 Life Saving Rules LIVES Oxygen cleaning IMS Strives toward maintaining a zero-accident culture
Works closely with the Manager, Pipeline Regulatory Compliance to ensure system operation and maintenance is accomplished in compliance with all state and federal regulating entities including, but not limited to: TX Railroad Commission, LA Department of Natural Resources, PHMSA
Creates and fosters a safety plan and safe work practices for assigned systems
Develops and tests emergency response and system plans
Reports and investigates all incidents and ensures corrective / preventive actions are complete
Works with the Pipeline Integrity Manager to maintain pipeline system integrity
Participates in the Management of Change process, Root Cause Analysis, Process Hazard Analysis, Job Activity Plan, Accident Risk Analysis, Pre-Start Up Safety Review, etc
Ensures pertinent documentation and affiliated reporting requirements are completed on time
Operates and Maintains the Pipeline Networks Safely and Reliably
Maintain reliable product supply and reliable measurement of pipeline products to customers
Communicates with customers, suppliers, OCC, and management on a regular basis to ensure product accountability Implements cost-efficient, high-reliability operating excellence
Develops an annual operation and maintenance plan for assigned systems
Utilizes MAXIMO for routine work orders, PM’s, and PR’s.
Documents maintenance history in Maximo Coordinates field operations and maintenance for assigned pipeline systems without interruption of customer product supply
Collaboratively guides all field operations and maintenance activities in assigned systems, including but not limited to: Start up and shut down of pipelines Testing, installing, and calibrating equipment CP survey Leak detection surveys Visual inspections of pipe, meters, and valves
Troubleshooting and repairs along pipeline systems
Partners with contractors performing pipeline maintenance and repair, valve and meter repairs, issues with other pipeline companies, ROW maintenance, line locates, dig inspections, etc
Assists and directs contractors for line locations, easements, leak detection surveys, and repairs along assigned pipeline systems
Ensures development of, approval of, communication of, and adherence to startup and shutdown procedures for pipeline activities
Prioritizes and implements improvement projects and required maintenance
Works with Pipeline Operations Manager to maintain annual budget and cost control of assigned systems
Works with pipeline construction teams in the development and implementation of capital projects to ensure that pipeline operations needs are met
Qualify and maintain vendor relationships for field work
Develops and Leads People Models exemplary safety behavior, leads by personal example
Strives toward maintaining a zero-accident culture by taking a leadership role in safety
Supports and guides the pipeline field supervisors in their area Effectively delegates clear responsibilities to direct reports
Champions adherence to administrative and operational policies and procedures Implements individual development plans annually through the TMS process and provides training and coaching to develop personnel
Provide an Air Liquide Presence at Customer Meter Installations Provide required customer and management reports regarding calibrations, testing and operations Interface regularly with customers for system design, troubleshooting, meter calibrations, etc.
Nurture positive, high-quality customer relationships
Testing, troubleshooting, installation of new equipment, and calibration of billing custody transfer meters and related equipment: Transducers, Flow computers, Remote terminal units and Primary metering elements (orifice, venture, Coriolis, positive displacement, turbine, and others)
Required Qualifications
High school diploma required.
5 years experience in pipeline operations or a similar industry, with demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience.
Candidates must have valid employment authorization in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future. This position is not open for non-immigrant visa sponsorship.
Ability to work extended hours and shift work as business needs dictate
On call night, weekends and holidays as required
Approximately 20% travel required
Ability to safely climb through pipe racks and meter stations
Ability to safely walk relatively long distances over various terrains
Ability to distinguish colors (wiring)
Ability to function safely in elevated work areas
Must be able to lift 50 lbs
Must be able to wear required PPE safety equipment including hardhats, safety glasses, steel toe shoes, FRC clothing, and respirator
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience in the industrial gas industry
Our Differences make our Performance
At Air Liquide, we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.
We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.
Air Liquide is a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 72 countries with 67,800 employees, the Group serves more than 4 million customers and patients. Oxygen, nitrogen and hydrogen are essential small molecules for life, matter and energy. They embody Air Liquide’s scientific territory and have been at the core of the Group’s activities since its creation in 1902.
Taking action today while preparing the future is at the heart of Air Liquide’s strategy. With ADVANCE, its strategic plan for 2025, Air Liquide is targeting a global performance, combining financial and extra-financial dimensions. Positioned on new markets, the Group benefits from major assets such as its business model combining resilience and strength, its ability to innovate and its technological expertise. The Group develops solutions contributing to climate and the energy transition—particularly with hydrogen—and takes action to progress in areas of healthcare, digital and high technologies.
Air Liquide’s revenue amounted to more than 27.5 billion euros in 2023. Air Liquide is listed on the Euronext Paris stock exchange (compartment A) and belongs to the CAC 40, CAC 40 ESG, EURO STOXX 50, FTSE4Good and DJSI Europe indexes.
