Supervisor - Pipeline Operations

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Summary:
The Supervisor - Pipeline Operations is responsible for leading a team of pipeline technicians and operations personnel in Fostoria, OH in support of the western Ohio operations as a part of the Akron pipeline district to support operations, technical, and maintenance activities and support project management activities for the district.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Direct supervision over Instrumentation, Electrical, and Mechanical Technicians. Oversee and ensure compliance with damage prevention, pipeline integrity management, and DOT Operator Covered tasks.
• Provide guidance to resolve operational problems as required. Work unified with shared service departments to maintain consistency with all areas of business and maximize benefits of all departments.
• Support and management of capital projects from inception through project commissioning activities.
• Ensure equipment reliability and efficiency with the support and use of the preventative maintenance programs.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations, company policy and company required maintenance inspections.
• Prepare and manage technical maintenance expense budget to complete required repairs/upgrades at a minimum cost and perform budget re-forecasting as appropriate.
• Knowledgeable of emergency plans and procedures to take prompt and appropriate action in an event.
• Strong Knowledge of 49 CFR 195 and pipeline/Facility construction.
• Provide recommendations for system operational improvements through submission of capital and expense projects as part of the annual budgeting process.
• Support and assist with all HES training activities, updates and compliance with HES policies and procedures.
• Provide supervisory relief in various areas in the event of a pipeline emergency or business need.

Special Considerations:

• This position is "On-Call" 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.

Requirements:
Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

• HS Diploma or Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• 8+ years of related experience
• Must have experience with general pipeline maintenance/operations functions, including: pipeline construction, damage prevention, pipeline pigging, welding standards, Right-of-way/landowner interactions, pump operation, multiple valve types, tanks, and corrosion.
• Must have knowledge of maintenance and repair of pumps and motors.
• Must possess strong troubleshooting, problem solving, leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work in a team environment or independently as the workload requires.
• Must have a well-rounded maintenance/operational background and strong technical skills.
• Technical expertise in control, SCADA, and communications systems, a plus.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with all Federal, State, Local and Company regulations including DOT, EPA, OSHA, etc.
• Contribute to cost estimates and planning of projects and act as project manager.
• Ensure Operator Qualifications are current and provide training/qualification guidance as required.
• Able to understand and follow P&ID drawings, ISO's, alignment sheets, and redline as required.
• Experience and competency with Microsoft Office
• Valid Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Associates degree in a related discipline, or 2-5 years of supervisory/management experience in a relevant industry, or 8+ years of pipeline maintenance/operations experience.
• Familiar with SAP maintenance and accounting applications preferred.

Working Conditions:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Usually, normal office working conditions.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Position is based in industrial/manufacturing settings which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment