Senior Pipeline Operations Technician

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.  

 

Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place. 

Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. ​​​​Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting www.dow.com.

About You and this Role

This role is primarily responsible for coordinating third-party access to the Freeport sites.

In addition, the Property Management Contract Specialist will support the transfer, coordination, and processing of property acquisitions, sales, and donations of all off-site properties in and around the Texas Operations.

This job includes supporting the Dow Services Business (DSB) with contract administration of leases, easements, right-of-ways, service, and other agreements associated with properties.

This role works closely with multiple internal departments including Legal, Tax, Capital Planning, Maintenance, Purchasing, Demolition, Site Pipeline Operations, Security, Accounting, etc.

 

The intent of this role is to have a point of contact who synchronizes processes across functions to ensure third-party company access to Dow property when necessary.

Additionally, to provide a resource for current and future templates for real estate contracts, leases, licenses, easements, right-of-ways, service, and other agreements, as well as, any required external permits.

*This role is aligned to the Diamond Infrastructure Solutions (“Diamond Infra”) company and will be seconded from Dow to Diamond Infrastructure Solutions until January 1, 2027.  At that time, the role will become directly aligned to the Diamond Infrastructure Solutions Company. *  

About Diamond Infrastructure Solutions (website)  

Diamond Infrastructure Solutions is an infrastructure-focused company strategically located in the U.S. Gulf Coast – the heart of U.S. manufacturing. The company is comprised of ~2700 employees and contractors that are driven by a customer-first entrepreneurial mindset, offering expertise and turn-key services to more than 70 on-site and off-site customers across the U.S. Gulf Coast. The company is built upon the foundation of Dow’s world-leading operational excellence to deliver best-in-class services and reliability.  

Our Vision: We strive to be the trusted leader in infrastructure—delivering reliable, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions that adapt to our customers’ changing needs. Our goal is to set the standard for service and innovation, earning confidence through every project and partnership. 

Our people are the driving force behind everything we achieve, guided by a commitment to safety, integrity, and sustainability. We work as one team — acting with urgency, communicating with clarity, and embracing curiosity and ownership to create value. By staying connected to customers, markets, and communities, we build trust, deliver results, and position Diamond for growth and resilience in a changing world. 

 

Responsibilities

• Coordinate across departments to ensure site entry requirements for property lease holders are met including Letter of No Objection and Criteria for Pipelines Installed on Dow Chemical Company , and other ES&S / EH&S requirements. 
• Process all site entry requests for third-party activities in and around the Freeport manufacturing complex as allowed by easement / contract agreements.
• Act as liaison to ensure off-site property issues are properly directed to and addressed by other Dow groups. 
• Coordinate demolition of old structures (houses, buildings, billboards, trees, etc.), turn off power, disconnect utilities, close water wells, and close septic systems on purchased properties.
• Contact for mowing issues, trespassing concerns, fence damage, drainage problems, etc., with local cities and/or neighbors (Slaughter Road, City of Oyster Creek, City of Freeport, City of Lake Jackson, etc.).
• Act as the site focal point to address all property issues including community inquiries. 
• Support the DSB with local property research, coordinating environmental assessments, surveys, appraisals, title work, funding requests, and following up on property acquisitions and sales.
• Work with various fence line stakeholders (such as Velasco Drainage District and various manufacturing companies) to ensure Dow’s standard practices for contract arrangements are implemented and enforced.
• Coordinate construction permits (Velasco Drainage District, Brazoria County, local municipalities, TXDOT, Railroads, etc.).
• Act as the site focal point to support the DSB in addressing all issues related to the administration of all contracts and easement agreements related to property assets.
• Work with Tax Department to support management of Agricultural Exemptions.
• Support the development, implementation, terminations, and monitoring of all contracts and life leases.
• Calculate royalty rates and fees as outlined in Property Management Team contracts annually. 
• Coordinate with accounts payable to ensure accurate and timely payment of royalties related to Property Management Team contracts.
• Coordinate with Legal Department to update agreement templates (i.e. leases, licenses, easements, right-of-ways, service, etc.).
• Manage electronic and physical document libraries. 
• Maintenance of asset register for Site Infrastructure and Property Management
• Maintenance of Site Temporary Housing Process
• Process yearly License and payment for inland hurricane shelter
• Provide asset change support in the travel trailer donation process
• Experience in contract management and excellent written and verbal communication skills

Qualifications

• A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• 5 or more years of experience with contract administration and real estate transactions.
• Must have current valid, US driver’s license.
• A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States.

Your Skills

• Subject Matter Expertise: Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, Outlook, Diamond Systems, ArcGIS. Thorough understanding of Dow policies including the Authorization Policy and Business Ethics Basic understanding of Texas Property / Real Estate laws
• Training and Mentoring: Ability to train and mentor team members, particularly in areas such as landowner communications and compliance audits.
• Communication: Strong communication skills for interfacing with landowners, public officials, vendor plant contacts, and team members.
• Organizational Skills: Managing compliance audits, regulatory audits, maintenance records, and ensuring proper filing of MLV sheets and crossing reports.
• Problem-Solving: Handling and processing Lock Out/Tag Out’s and Safe Work Permits and driving station reliability and a decrease in alarms.
• Team Collaboration: Working closely with the Field Planner/Work Activity Coordinator and other team members to align work activities and ensure project execution.

Additional Notes

• No relocation assistance is available for this position.

Benefits – What Dow offers you 

We invest in you. 
 

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.  

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee: 

• Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives. 
• Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it. 
• Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals. 
  • Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
• Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).
  • Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.
• Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
• Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building. 
• Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs. 
• Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
• Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).  
• Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.  
• Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation. 
• Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
• On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
• Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
• Additionally, some of our locations might offer:
  • Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
  • Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
  • Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)

Join our team, we can make a difference together.

About Dow
Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. ​​​​Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting www.dow.com.

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