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# Pipeline Technician at WhiteWater Midstream

- **Company:** WhiteWater Midstream
- **Location:** Cotulla TX Freer, TX
- **Posted:** 2026-04-13
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-07
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/whitewatermidstream/jobs/5106288007

## Job description

Position Description:

Responsible for the operation and maintenance of pipeline, measurement, gas quality, compressors and related field operations. The facilities include gas transmission pipeline with associated receipt and delivery meter stations in the Cotulla, TX and Freer, TX area and may include the following: reciprocating compressor units, ultrasonic gas meters, gas chromatographs, H2S analyzers, O2 Analyzers, control valves, overpressure protection, SCADA communications and other associated pumps, valves, seals and other related equipment.

Job Responsibilities:

- Start, stop and operate engines to maintain designated operating parameters.
- Perform Pipeline locator responsibilities
- Ensure the cost effective and efficient performance of all engines and associated equipment.
- Conduct pipeline pigging and install, repair, service and maintain valves, pipe, pipeline and appurtenances.
- Coordinate maintenance of all facilities and equipment, including pipeline right-of-way, excavation coating and back filling pipelines, concrete work, painting, building erection, etc.
- Operate, maintain and repair equipment (e.g., wheeled tractors, pick-up trucks, water pumps, air compressors, coolers).
- Oversee construction and maintenance by third parties including inspection of one-call tickets.
- Perform governmental compliance activities, such as line patrol, road and railroad crossing inspections, and valve inspections.
- Assist with cash flow management, cost monitoring and control and assist with planning and forecasting of the districts Capital and O&M budgets
- Participate in the development of O&M Procedures, Site Specific Procedures, project scopes and work plans.
- Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, regulatory, and Company tariff requirements and complete all applicable documentation and record keeping
- Perform all related gas measurement calibrations and maintenance for ultrasonic meters, EFM gas chromatograph, H2S analyzer, H2O Analyzer, O2 Analyzer and PLCs.
- Communicate status updates, issues and pipeline and maintenance activity to appropriate personnel and represent the Company when communicating with landowner/tenants, public officials/emergency officials and at local meetings. (One-Call, Pipeline Groups, Soil Conservation, etc.)
- Occasional travel including nights and weekends, as needed
- Perform duties of relief pipeline controller, as needed
- Other duties as required.

Requirements & Qualifications:

- High School Diploma, or equivalent
- At least 5 years of related experience
- Must possess valid driver’s license and meet company insurability requirements
- May be required to possess a commercial driver’s license, drive a company commercial vehicle and comply with all commercial vehicle regulations
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, various operating systems and perform basic math skills
- Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays and respond to call outs and emergencies
- Knowledge of reading and interpreting blueprints, PI&D's and other diagrams.
- Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquid, and high/low pressure systems and follow Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines
- Ability to work in changing climate conditions
- Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and fluency in English is required
- Must be able to lift, push and pull a minimum of 75 lbs. and be able to work in tight spaces, climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders, walkways, etc.
- Depending upon the location and workload, travel will be required
- Willing to live within approximately 50 miles of Cotulla, TX or Freer, TX area.

Benefits: Selected candidate is eligible for employer matched 401(k), medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D insurances and other benefit offerings.

## About WhiteWater Midstream

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: WhiteWater Midstream is an Austin-based infrastructure company that develops, builds, and operates natural gas pipelines and related midstream assets across the United States.
- **Entity Type**: Private (acquired by First Infrastructure Capital Advisors in 2019; backed by Denham Capital and Ridgemont Equity Partners)
- **Headquarters**: Austin, Texas, United States
- **Founded**: 2016
- **Founders**: Not publicly disclosed (management-owned)

## Core Business
- Primary industry: Oil and Gas / Energy Infrastructure (midstream natural gas transportation and storage)
- Target customers: Natural gas producers, shippers, utilities, and industrial end-users (B2B)
- Mission/purpose: To develop and operate critical energy infrastructure that connects supply basins to demand markets, achieving final investment decisions on large-scale greenfield projects.

## Products & Services
- **Eiger Express Pipeline**: A ~450-mile, 42-inch natural gas pipeline from the Permian Basin to the Gulf Coast, with capacity expanded from 2.5 Bcf/d to 3.7 Bcf/d (2025).
- **Pelican Pipeline**: A 42-inch pipeline (upsized from 36-inch) with capacity of ~2.5 Bcf/d, reaching FID in October 2024.
- **Traverse Pipeline**: A natural gas pipeline connecting Agua Dulce to the Katy area, reaching FID in April 2025.
- **Matterhorn Express Pipeline**: An equity interest acquisition (alongside I Squared, MPLX, Enbridge) announced in May 2025.
- **Waha Gas Storage, LLC**: Acquired in February 2021.
- **Gateway Pipeline & Sendero**: Acquired in August 2021.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation**: Not disclosed (private company)
- **Key Metric**: Total greenfield projects reaching FID valued at ~$20 billion (website); ~$8 billion in projects as of earlier years (LinkedIn); annual revenue of ~$7.9 million (LinkedIn estimate)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: First Infrastructure Capital Advisors (parent), Denham Capital, Ridgemont Equity Partners; partners include MPLX LP, Enbridge Inc., I Squared Capital
- **Growth Signals**: 177 employees (+25.2% YoY); 36 active job postings (+50% YoY); expansion of Eiger Express capacity by 48%; multiple new pipeline FIDs in 2024-2025; $17.2 billion in debt raised across 42 financings

## Competitive Advantages
- Proven track record of taking large greenfield projects from concept to FID (over $20 billion in projects)
- Strong relationships with multiple private equity funds and direct investors
- Management-owned structure aligns incentives with long-term value creation
- Extensive pipeline network (3,767 miles across multiple projects) and 3.2 million horsepower operated/under construction
- Successful acquisitions (Waha Gas Storage, Gateway, Sendero) that expand geographic and service footprint

## Strategic Focus
- Continue to expand pipeline capacity on existing systems (e.g., Eiger Express expansion to 3.7 Bcf/d)
- Pursue new greenfield pipeline projects (Pelican, Traverse) to connect growing Permian Basin supply to Gulf Coast demand
- Acquire complementary midstream assets and storage facilities
- Strengthen operational efficiency and safety across a growing asset base

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Employee rating of 4.2/5.0 (7 reviews) with high career development score (4.6); work-life balance rated 4.2
- **Growth**: Rapid headcount growth (+25% YoY) and active hiring across Engineering, IT, Finance, Operations, and Marketing/Logistics (36 open roles as of mid-2025)
- **Location**: Headquarters in downtown Austin, Texas (100 Congress Ave) with field offices in Houston, Brookshire, Sealy, and Midland
- **Perks/Environment**: Competitive compensation (salary ranges for roles like Lawyer ~$137K, GIS Technician ~$53K); emphasis on safety and technical excellence; opportunities to work on multi-billion-dollar infrastructure projects
- **Engineering Culture**: Strong technical workforce (43 in technical roles, 41 in operations); exposure to large-scale pipeline design, construction, and operations

## Sources
1. [whitewatermidstream.com](https://whitewatermidstream.com/)
2. [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/whitewatertx)
3. [CB Insights](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/whitewater-midstream)
4. [Greenhouse Jobs](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/whitewatermidstream)

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