Pipeline Compliance Coordinator

Position Summary

The Pipeline Compliance Coordinator supports the development, administration, and continuous improvement of the Company's pipeline safety and regulatory compliance programs. This position helps ensure the Company's Pipeline and Terminal assets operate in accordance with all applicable Federal (PHMSA) and State pipeline safety regulations by coordinating compliance activities, maintaining records, preparing regulatory reports and filings, supporting internal and agency audits, and partnering with Operations, Engineering, Safety and contractors to close compliance gaps. In addition, this position will serve as a qualified backup Pipeline Controller who is able to provide SCADA monitoring and control support in the Company's Control Center.

General Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the management and oversight of Company compliance programs including, but not limited to, Annual Pipeline Reporting, DOT Reporting, Accident and Incident Reporting, Pipeline Mapping System updates, Safety Related Condition Reporting, T-4 Reports and Permits, Operator Qualification, Operations and Maintenance Manuals, Public Awareness, and Damage Reporting.
• Stay current with new and changing Federal and State regulations, ensure Company policies and procedures are updated and in compliance.
• Serve as a backup pipeline controller coverage for absences, vacations, high-workload periods, and abnormal or emergency operating conditions.
• Administer routine internal audits to ensure the Company is operating in accordance with regulatory requirements as well as the Company's policies and procedures.
• Work with Operational groups to ensure compliance with Federal and State DOT Pipeline Safety regulations and Company requirements.
• Evaluate and monitor contractor performance to ensure Contractors are operating in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Serve as Company representative during Federal (PHMSA) and State Agency audits.
• Ensure completion and submission of all required Federal and State pipeline compliance reports.
• Cooperate and work with local, state, and federal agencies as required.
• Interact with elected or appointed officials, public safety officials, community and business representatives and the public on all aspects of pipeline safety and operations.
• Create, implement, oversee, and enforce policies, procedures and applicable laws in accordance with Federal and State regulations.
• This position is subject to DOT Drug and Alcohol requirements.

Position Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of principles, procedures, techniques and equipment of pipelines, terminals, and related mechanical, electrical, and SCADA systems.
• Understanding and working knowledge of 49 CFR (190-196, 199).
• Knowledge of state pipeline safety regulations.
• Experience in Emergency Response, including knowledge of release reporting and site characterization.
• Strong leadership and organization, with the ability to direct and achieve priorities, goals, and strategies with limited supervision.
• Flexible and able to effectively work in a team environment and consistently maintain a professional and respectful demeanor/attitude with co-workers, vendors, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Ability to work a 12-hour shift in a Pipeline Controller capacity, which may include weekends, overnight, and holidays.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, work under time constraints and changing priorities.
• Ability to support operations, maintenance and engineering staff on how to be strong leaders in pipeline compliance.
• Ability to communicate in a clear and precise manner in written and oral communications with all levels and in various settings.
• Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, and Outlook

Education, Experience, Qualifications:

• High school diploma / GED is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in terminal operations or minimum of 3 years' experience in a DOT (Pipeline) Compliance role.
• Experience in Pipelines and Terminal Operations.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential Card. (TWIC).

Travel:

Up to 30% travel required. Requires the ability to travel to field locations where environment may vary significantly.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee must occasionally position, transport and/or move up to 10 pounds.

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Communicate with and exchange information verbally and in writing, including by email and telephone;

• Move about in a control room and office environment;

• Work using repetitive motion, including keyboard and mouse use;

• Ocassionally, be stationary for long periods of time while monitoring multiple SCADA displays.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• Work requires physical efforts associated with using the computer and phones to access information.

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is:

• Regularly in a 24/7 control room and office environment.
• Occasionally exposed to work in high, precarious places.
• Occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; vapors or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat.
• Occasionally exposed to non-toxic propane or hydrocarbon based vapors

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

This position is required to be performed at the work site during regularly scheduled hours. Physical presence at the work site is required.

This job description is not intended to describe in detail the multitude of tasks that may be assigned, but rather to provide the incumbent with a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of his/her position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of this position.

Note:

Successful candidates must complete a drug screen, functional employment physical and background check. TransMontaigne maintains a Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace.

EOE Statement:

TransMontaigne is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. TransMontaigne makes hiring decisions solely based on qualification and experience, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.

About the Organization:

TransMontaigne Partners LLC is a terminaling and transportation company based in Denver, Colorado with operations in the United States on the Pacific Coast, the Gulf Coast, in the Midwest, and in the Southeast. We provide integrated terminaling, storage, transportation and related services for customers engaged in the distribution and marketing of light refined petroleum products, heavy refined petroleum products, crude oil, chemicals, fertilizers and other liquid products. Light refined products include gasolines, diesel fuels, heating oil and jet fuels; heavy refined products include residual fuel oils and asphalt.

Benefits

• Medical/Pharmacy Plan
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - 1st Year Employee - 80 hours Total (3.08 Hours - Bi-weekly Accrual)
• Paid Holidays - 9 Company Recognized Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Wellness Program