bp Launchpad · 1 week ago
Pipeline Controller
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$105K/yr - $115K/yrbp Launchpad is seeking a Pipeline Controller to oversee the largest liquid pipeline in Washington. The role involves monitoring and maintaining safe pipeline operations while adhering to regulatory requirements, working on a rotating schedule that includes nights and weekends.
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Responsibilities
Train and test on the Olympic Pipeline system, working towards operator qualifications (OQ)
Remotely monitor and safely and efficiently control the pipeline system under normal, abnormal, and emergency conditions
Assess, anticipate, and respond to alarms that occur on the pipeline system
Monitor the leak detection system and respond accordingly to potential leak alarms
Manage pump schedules, emphasizing efficiencies, such as DRA and unit selection
Communicate with shippers to provide timely, efficient, and reliable volumes and pressures at all receipt and delivery points
Accurately calculate and document batch information and provide information to key stakeholders
Conduct thorough shift turnovers through verbal and written communication and document per established procedures
Write legibly and effectively and understand verbal and written communications
Unscheduled overtime may be required and is anticipated
Occasional but infrequent travel away from the usual assigned work location may be required
Interact with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy and professionalism
Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal and listening skills
Maintain regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance
Will work non-traditional hours as needed
Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the public
Qualification
Required
Train and test on the Olympic Pipeline system, working towards operator qualifications (OQ)
Remotely monitor and safely and efficiently control the pipeline system under normal, abnormal, and emergency conditions
Assess, anticipate, and respond to alarms that occur on the pipeline system
Monitor the leak detection system and respond accordingly to potential leak alarms
Manage pump schedules, emphasizing efficiencies, such as DRA and unit selection
Communicate with shippers to provide timely, efficient, and reliable volumes and pressures at all receipt and delivery points
Accurately calculate and document batch information and provide information to key stakeholders
Conduct thorough shift turnovers through verbal and written communication and document per established procedures
Write legibly and effectively and understand verbal and written communications
Unscheduled overtime may be required and is anticipated
Occasional but infrequent travel away from the usual assigned work location may be required
Interact with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy and professionalism
Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal and listening skills
Maintain regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance
Will work non-traditional hours as needed
Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the public
Preferred
Strong understanding of pipeline operations, pipeline hydraulics, SCADA and Leak Detection systems
Strong analytical skills and logical thought processes, with ability to think quickly and provide support for emergency operations, including staying current on emergency operating procedures and practices
Ability to quickly analyze changing conditions on the pipeline and make appropriate adjustments within operating parameters
Ability to successfully work under pressure and perform multiple tasks and requests simultaneously
Good problem-solving skills, including the ability to utilize multiple resources to arrive at a solution
Strong customer focus that includes demonstrated and consistent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to perform the required and expected duties with little or no direct supervision
Must be able to work with a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules
Ability to organize and prioritize daily work
Basic understanding of PHMSA CRM guidelines
Oil and gas industry experience preferred
Benefits
Flexible working options
A generous paid parental leave policy
Excellent retirement benefits
Paid vacation depending on your years of relevant industry experience
9 paid holidays per year
2 personal choice holidays
Discretionary annual bonus program
Long-term incentive program
Generous retirement benefits that include a 401k matching program
A pension for eligible employees
Access to health, vision, and dental insurance
Life and Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
Company
bp Launchpad
Started in 2018, bp Launchpad is an investment unit and business scale-up which backs and rapidly scales disruptive energy start ups through provision of growth capital, scaling support and strategic synergies with bp.
Founded in 2019
11-50 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2022 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Tom Grey
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