Mechanic Intern

Energy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America’s energy.  We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, American Heart Association, Ronald McDonald House and many more.  Come join our award winning 10,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!

Summary\:

This position is responsible for the repair and maintenance of pipelines, equipment and performance of work associated with daily operation and maintenance of gas and liquid facilities and pipelines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities\:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The essential job duties for this position are listed below\: 

• Inspect and operate compressor station in a reliable and efficient manner while in compliance with the Partnership’s procedures and regulatory requirements
• Effectively and safely use hand tools, power tools, and portable and mobile work equipment in hazardous, classified, and non-hazardous environments
• Maintain equipment records, logs, inventory, and other documentation required by the Partnership’s procedures and regulatory agencies 
• Maintain facilities, grounds, and work areas in a safe, orderly, and efficient manner  
• Actively participate in safety programs and initiatives while following policies and procedures     
• Comply with partnership safety policies and procedures
• Perform energy isolation lockout/tagout procedures (LOTO) with assistance from qualified personnel.  

Energy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America’s energy.  We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, American Heart Association, Ronald McDonald House and many more.  Come join our award winning 10,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!

Summary\:

This position is responsible for the repair and maintenance of pipelines, equipment and performance of work associated with daily operation and maintenance of gas and liquid facilities and pipelines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities\:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The essential job duties for this position are listed below\: 

• Inspect and operate compressor station in a reliable and efficient manner while in compliance with the Partnership’s procedures and regulatory requirements
• Effectively and safely use hand tools, power tools, and portable and mobile work equipment in hazardous, classified, and non-hazardous environments
• Maintain equipment records, logs, inventory, and other documentation required by the Partnership’s procedures and regulatory agencies 
• Maintain facilities, grounds, and work areas in a safe, orderly, and efficient manner  
• Actively participate in safety programs and initiatives while following policies and procedures     
• Comply with partnership safety policies and procedures
• Perform energy isolation lockout/tagout procedures (LOTO) with assistance from qualified personnel.  

Required Education\:

• High school diploma or GED

Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level\:

• Position requires a strong set of interpersonal skills 
• Beginner ‐ Limited or no previous work experience/first Co‐ op
• Intermediate ‐ Some related work or volunteer experience/second
• Co‐op Advanced ‐ Previous related work experience/final Co‐op 
• Internship Currently enrolled in Technical School

Required Qualifications\:

• Valid driver’s license with demonstrated safe driving record and ability to be certified as a USDOT driver under FMCSA may be required based on applicable law, reporting location, and geographic work area
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a group environment
• Demonstrated self- starter with the ability to work independently and exercise good judgement

Preferred Qualifications\:

• Mechanical aptitude with ability to learn and perform operation and maintenance tasks associated with various types of facilities and equipment
• Proficiency with computers including MS Office applications such as Excel and Outlook as well as other computer based work training, time reporting, expense reporting, and on-line work applications and documentation

Working Conditions and Requirements\:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

1. Occasional exposure to heat, cold, and other adverse weather conditions
2. Work may include confined spaces and may require heavy lifting in excess of 75 lbs with or without assistance
3. Work in and around industrial and construction settings, which may include hazardous products, processes, materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and may require appropriate personal protective equipment (which may include, but may not be limited to, necessary respirators)
4. Work on and around equipment and facilities that require knowledge of and adherence to safe work procedures and practices
5. Reliable attendance at work

Required Education\:

• High school diploma or GED

Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level\:

• Position requires a strong set of interpersonal skills 
• Beginner ‐ Limited or no previous work experience/first Co‐ op
• Intermediate ‐ Some related work or volunteer experience/second
• Co‐op Advanced ‐ Previous related work experience/final Co‐op 
• Internship Currently enrolled in Technical School

Required Qualifications\:

• Valid driver’s license with demonstrated safe driving record and ability to be certified as a USDOT driver under FMCSA may be required based on applicable law, reporting location, and geographic work area
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a group environment
• Demonstrated self- starter with the ability to work independently and exercise good judgement

Preferred Qualifications\:

• Mechanical aptitude with ability to learn and perform operation and maintenance tasks associated with various types of facilities and equipment
• Proficiency with computers including MS Office applications such as Excel and Outlook as well as other computer based work training, time reporting, expense reporting, and on-line work applications and documentation

Working Conditions and Requirements\:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

1. Occasional exposure to heat, cold, and other adverse weather conditions
2. Work may include confined spaces and may require heavy lifting in excess of 75 lbs with or without assistance
3. Work in and around industrial and construction settings, which may include hazardous products, processes, materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and may require appropriate personal protective equipment (which may include, but may not be limited to, necessary respirators)
4. Work on and around equipment and facilities that require knowledge of and adherence to safe work procedures and practices
5. Reliable attendance at work

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job. DISCLAIMER\: The above statements, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.