Natural Gas Pipeline Operator

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Job Summary:

The Level IV Natural Gas Pipeline Operator is a senior-level operations professional responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of natural gas pipeline systems and associated facilities. This role serves as a technical expert and field leader, providing advanced troubleshooting, operational guidance, and mentorship to junior personnel while ensuring compliance with all regulatory, environmental, and company standards.

The Level IV oversees complex pipeline operations, including supporting compression, measurement, gas quality control, and system balancing. They play a critical role in system integrity, outage response, and operational optimization across gathering, transmission (if applicable), and midstream assets. This position requires a high degree of independent judgment, leadership capability, and deep technical knowledge of pipeline systems and processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor natural gas pipeline systems, pigging operations, Damage Prevention, Public Awareness, and associated equipment to ensure safe and efficient performance

• Lead response efforts for abnormal operating conditions, alarms, and emergency situations, including shutdowns and system restoration

• Perform advanced troubleshooting and diagnostics on pipeline, and control systems

• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations (e.g., PHMSA, DOT) and company policies

• Conduct and oversee routine inspections, maintenance coordination, and operational audits

• Analyze system data (pressures, flows, volumes) to optimize throughput and maintain system balance

• Support integrity management programs, including leak detection, corrosion control, and right-of-way monitoring

• Serve as a subject matter expert for control systems such as SCADA and field instrumentation

• Provide leadership, training, and mentorship to Level 1–3 operators and contractors

• Coordinate with engineering, maintenance, Projects and control room personnel to execute operational plans

• Participate in incident investigations and implement corrective actions and complete AAR’s.

• Maintain accurate operational records, logs, and compliance documentation

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or equivalent experience preferred

• 7–10+ years of experience in natural gas pipeline operations or related midstream operations

• Demonstrated expertise in Damage Prevention, pipeline pigging, and pipeline systems

• Strong working knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards

• Proficiency with SCADA systems, control valves, and instrumentation

• Proven leadership ability and experience mentoring others

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills in high-pressure environments

• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within operating area

Key Competencies:

• Advanced technical expertise in pipeline operations

• Leadership and team development

• Safety and regulatory compliance focus

• Operational decision-making and situational awareness

• Communication and coordination across functional teams

• Continuous improvement mindset

Work Environment:

• Field-based role with exposure to varying weather and operating conditions

• On-call responsibilities and emergency response participation required

• May involve working around high-pressure gas systems, rotating equipment, and hazardous environments

As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.

Location:

Carlsbad, New Mexico

Additional locations:

Job Requisition ID:

00021785

Location Address:

4109 GRANDI RD

Education:

Employee Group:

Full time

Employee Subgroup:

Regular

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship  or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.  If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at talentacquisition@marathonpetroleum.com. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at https://mympcbenefits.com.The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.

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We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.