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Company:
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Koch Pipeline Company, LP
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| Location: |
TX - Corpus Christi TX |
| Posted: |
4/23/2012 |
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Salary:
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N/A
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Koch Pipeline Company, L.P. , which owns or operates about 4,000 miles of pipelines in the U.S., believes success is achieved through providing superior value for customers, employees and the public, and by applying the Market-Based Management® business philosophy to its day-to-day activities. With this commitment and more than six decades of experience in pipeline operations, Koch Pipeline transports crude oil, refined products, chemicals, and natural gas liquids through pipelines in Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Wisconsin and Texas. Koch Pipeline employees strive for excellence in regulatory compliance, environmental stewardship and safety. In fact, Koch Pipeline's operating practices and safety and environmental achievements earn praise and commendations from industry and governmental organizations, including being named one of America's Safest Companies. The company, based in Wichita, Kan., is an indirect subsidiary of Koch Industries, Inc., one of the world's largest private companies. See www.kochpipeline.com.
Due to recent growth Koch Pipeline Company has Pipeline Inspector positions available in Corpus Christi, Tx and Port Arthur, Tx.
Pipeline Inspector responsibilities will be:
- Responsible for the inspection of construction and maintenance projects according to Koch Pipeline's Technical Guidelines and applicable regulations.
- Responsible for adhering to safety guidelines and standards and for following safety rules and regulations to promote a positive safety culture.
- Responsible for adhering to environmental standards and for environmental awareness.
- Responsible for cost control of projects in area of responsibility.
- Expected to make responsible decisions in the field for the required work to be accomplished.
- Ensure no leaks, spills or releases.
Required:
- 3+ years experience working as a Pipeline Welding Inspector using API 1104 guidelines.
- 3+ years experience in Pipeline Rehabilitation work including pipe defect evaluation and remaining strength calculation.
- 3+ years experience in pipeline repair methods.
- Computer knowledge - specifically the ability to use Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Must be willing to work away from home up to 95% of the time.(including Nights, Weekends, and Holidays)
- Must be willing to relocate within 50 minutes of the assests
- High School diploma or equivalent (GED).
Preferred:
- 2+ years experience working as an American Welding Society Certified Welding Inspector to API 1104.
- NACE certification for inspecting and applying industrial coatings & linings
- API 653 Certification and experience with tank construction projects
- 50% of inspection experience with liquid petroleum pipeline inspection
- Familiarity with pipe fabricating practices
- Familiarity and working knowledge of OSHA confined space requirements
- Familiarity and working knowledge of 4 gas air monitoring and benzene monitoring equipment
- API 653 Certified Inspector
- 2 Year Vocational Technical (Mechanical or Welding) degree 4 year Construction Science Degree
Other Considerations:
- Must be able to wear PPE in designated areas (Hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, fire retardant clothing, heeled safety-toed boots, etc.).
- Role requires individual to climb in and out of bell holes, enter manways, climb storage tanks greater than 40' in height and walk in rough terrain.
- Must be able to work in hot, cold or inclement climate conditions (outdoor conditions) approximately 90% of the time.
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs on a frequent basis.
- Must be able to respond to calls 24/7 for emergency response.
- Position requires the ability to wear respirator and to pass a respirator fit test.
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check, DOT drug screen, and pre-hire HAZWOPER physical.
- This role is subject to TWIC
We are an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V
Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test.
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