Line Locator
Diamondback E&P LLC
Baytown, United States of America
4 days ago
Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours) Working hours
Regular working hours Languages
English Experience level
JuniorJob location
Baytown, United States of America
Tech stack
Databases
Computer Literacy
GPS Navigation Devices
Job description
Summary: This role will report to a Foreman Line Location or Superintendent Production position and will have responsibilities over an entire operational area. The Line Locator is responsible for the 811 One-call response, documentation, and recordkeeping ensuring compliance with the One-call laws., Include but are not limited to:
- Conduct surveys for new pipelines and power lines.
- Performs line locating for One-Call requests in accordance with the line-finding procedures.
- Leads safety efforts to ensure all excavation work in and around pipelines is performed as per. established procedures to protect the health and well-being of personnel involved in the work.
- Execute all One-call requests in a timely and accurate manner.
- Installs, stakes out, and maps locations using GPS systems.
- Sweeps, marks, and maps underground utilities prior to excavation.
- Reads and utilizes drawings, schematics, alignment sheets and P&ID drawings.
- Performs routine assignments based on detailed instructions/past practices.
- Supervises all line crossings by third parties.
- Supervises Hydrovac daylighting of lines (as needed).
- Keeps records or database of all Line Locates.
- Ensures pipeline maps are maintained and are readily available.
- Coordinates with GIS internal team to keep systems updated.
- Ensures the implementation of safety and environmental procedures and in compliance with regulations and policies.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum (1) year of line-location experience and (5) years of oilfield experience.
- Knowledge and experience in underground line locating and mapping of underground utilities using company approved line locating devices.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Excellent communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to perform basic computer skills and to learn company-specific applications.