Technician, Pipeline (Sanborn, Ia)

The successful candidate will meet the following qualifications:

• Works in temperature extremes due to weather conditions and operating equipment.
• Must be able to regularly bend, stoop, move from ground level to higher levels, raise/lift from ground level and lift up to 50 lbs.,
• Must have a history of being dependable and reliable, take pride in a job well done, and enjoy working hard.
• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of Compressors, pumps, regulators, MOV's, electronic controls and medium electrical voltage is desired with an understanding of refined product pipelines.
• Must wear special safety equipment while working and must be able to lift and put on emergency breathing apparatus and/or protective equipment.
• Able to assume responsibility, be flexible, perform duties and handle multiple tasks under potentially stressful and/or hazardous conditions.
• Able to work independently as well as maintain and promote good working relationships within a team environment.
• Must be able to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Good organizational skills, strong customer service with the ability to interface with various land owners and other corporate and field personnel.
• Must be willing to work overtime and call-outs.
• Uses physical force to lift, push, pull and hold equipment and tools.
• Knowledge of the general design and operation of a refined products pipeline.
• Basic computer skills including spreadsheet and word processing applications.
• Climbs and works at various heights and may work in a standing, sitting, lying down, crouched or kneeling position.
• VoTech certificate or Associates degree or related work experience is a preferred.
• 2-4 years previous experience with the operation, and maintenance of a refined pipeline facility preferred.
• Works indoors and outdoors in and around industrial and electrical equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret alignment sheets, schematics and P&IDs.
• Possess a strong commitment to personal and job safety.
• Must demonstrate mechanical aptitude and dexterity in the use of tools and equipment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, decision making skills and strong work ethic.
• Minimum of 3 years stable work history, preferably in the energy industry.
• Must be able to demonstrate sound judgment with the ability to make decisions and corrections when problems are detected.
• 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.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Previous experience and knowledge of industry related maintenance and repair standards preferred.
• Required to live within a one-hour commute time to their home office.
• 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.