Overview JOB SUMMARY: This position assists in the performance of pipeline operations, maintenance, inspections, and other duties as assigned for crude pipeline systems. LOCATION: Town & North Slop project sites HOURS: Town - 40+; Projects - 70+ POINT OF HIRE: Fairbanks POSITION TYPE: Project / Full-time Responsibilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Understand, practice and continually lead by example Mid-Alaska Pipeline, LLC’s commitment to zero incident safety and environmental culture. Comply with pipeline safety and environmental regulations. Monitor and ensure that pipeline conditions and issues are addressed in a timely manner. Demonstrate understanding of mechanical operations for equipment such as ball valves, gate valves, relief valves, meters, instrumentation and other pipeline-related equipment. Identify, report, and initiate immediate actions to correct abnormal operating conditions associated with pipeline assets within standard parameters. Evaluate and develop procedures such as pigging, startup, purging, isolation, pipeline repair, operations & maintenance, and emergency shut down procedures. Evaluate pipeline system and equipment performance and initiate standard adjustments, as needed. Assist in troubleshooting and analysis of complex operational issues. Activities include troubleshooting valves, strainers, inhibitor injection, pumps, meters, pressure gauges/transmitters, temperature gauges/transmitters, computational pipeline monitoring (leak detection system) and other pipeline-related equipment. Complete line-locate requests in accordance with damage prevention regulations, utilizing line locating equipment. Conduct routine monitoring, inspection, and maintenance of pipeline assets. Activities include performing facility inspections, ROW inspections, ROW maintenance, valves inspection/maintenance, meter run maintenance, valve operation, draining pipeline segments, verifying operating conditions (i.e., pressures, temperatures, volumes, cathodic protection, etc.). Monitor, troubleshoot, and respond to call outs for leak detection system alarms. Conduct and review routine patrols of ROWs to ensure there are no encroachments or construction activities potentially affecting the pipeline assets. Assist in meter proving. Maintain ROW in winter, utilizing plow truck, snow blowers, and hand shoveling for snow removal at key access and inspection points. Maintain ROW in summer, utilizing lawn mowing and brush clearing equipment. Be available 24/7 for emergency response. Assist in maintaining all records and reports as required for compliance purposes. Other duties as assigned. JOB REQUIREMENTS: Demonstrated mechanical aptitude in the use of hand and pneumatic tools. Must have ability to gain comprehensive knowledge of the overall operations and maintenance of a crude oil pipeline system and associated equipment, including, but not limited to: valves, meters, strainers, pressure gauges, temperature gauges, chemical injection, isolation, purging, venting, pipeline repairs, system shutdown and startup, cathodic protection, inspections, and spill response mitigation. Ability to read and comprehend technical operational manuals. Ability to understand metering and proving concepts Ability to understand Computational Pipeline Monitoring systems. Math and computer skills with ability to calculate flows, temperature/pressure differences, and gain proficiency in computational pipeline monitoring software. A valid driver’s license to drive company vehicles. Ability to proficiently speak, read, and write in English. Must be organized and proficient in record keeping. Must possess or obtain operator qualifications as deemed by the Pipeline Director and complete Haz-Mat training, safety programs and meet DOT requirements. Strong communication and interpersonal skills working in a team environment. Ability to work alone and with minimal supervision. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position may be required to monitor, inspect, and document contractors work on the pipeline facilities at the direction of the Pipeline Operations Supervisor. Qualifications EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE: Degree or Certificate required in Process Technology, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil or Chemical Engineering. Equivalent applicable experience as a operations or maintenance tech may be considered. 2-5 Years of experience as a pipeline operator or technician. A person graduating in one of the disciplines noted above within 12 months may be considered. Proficiency in computer applications such as GIS, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: Frequently lift or carry moderately heavy equipment up to 50 pounds, working, stooping, kneeling, bending, climbing and walking distances in all types of terrain. Will be required to stand, sit, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch for extended periods of time. Work with or near hazardous chemicals. Operate personal computer for extended periods. Work outdoors in weather extremes and near equipment with potentially high noise levels. Respond to emergency calls and/or call-outs and return to work while off duty. Work extended hours (scheduled and/or unscheduled, nights and/or weekends), occasionally, as needed or required to meet established deadlines. Based on business requirements, may be assigned to swing or night shift for reasonable durations. Physical ability to work around and on industrial equipment, including frequent climbing, stooping, reaching, pulling, pushing, twisting, bending, kneeling, crawling and grasping. Work in areas with limited access or cramped spaces. Climb ladders, walkways and scaffolds. Use hand and power tools for equipment and right of way maintenance. May be required to wear SCBA and/or become fit tested for a respirator (requires face to be clean shaven). PREFERENCE STATEMENT: Doyon grants preference to qualified Doyon Shareholders first, and second to qualified shareholders of other Alaska Native corporations that grant a similar preference in all phases of employment and training, which include, but are not limited to hiring, promotion, layoff, transfer, and training. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: It is Doyon’s business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. The above is not intended to list all possible essential duties and responsibilities as they are subject to change. The employer reserves the right to revise or change this description. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice. To perform this job successfully, an individual must perform each of the above essential duties and responsibilities and meet the physical demands.