I&E Op Tech I,II,III

About the role

As Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Operations Technician I, II, or III, you’ll work with a team of safety-focused technicians to maximize equipment reliability and availability. Mentoring teammates, troubleshooting and solving sophisticated problems efficiently, and attention to detail are keys to success in this role.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex maintenance and operational tasks with all natural gas process-related equipment and systems
• Minimizes unplanned shutdowns through root cause analyses and implementing corrective actions with a focus on improving safety
• Fixes and maintains process control systems
• Partners with project managers to define scope and instrumentation specifications for new projects
• Performs advanced troubleshooting, calibration, maintenance, and repair of complex instrumentation, electrical equipment, and control systems with minimal supervision
• Performs programming modifications, diagnostics, optimization, and maintenance of Allen-Bradley PLCs and automated control systems to enhance operational performance
• Performs lead responsibilities for instrumentation and electrical projects, including system upgrades, equipment installations, testing, and commissioning activities
• Provides technical guidance and knowledge sharing with less experienced technicians while supporting root cause analysis and reliability improvement efforts
• Installs, troubleshoots, repairs, and performs preventive maintenance on electrical equipment, instrumentation, and analytical equipment, following electrical code, manuals, procedures, schematic diagrams, P&IDs, blueprints, and other specifications
• Inspects instrumentation periodically and performs calibrations to ensure accuracy
• Interprets blueprints, specifications, diagrams, or schematics to troubleshoot and maintain process control systems
• Initiates and completes work orders and requisitions, and documents all critical and/or pertinent information on a routine basis
• Participates in root cause analysis and execution of corrective actions to minimize recurrence of unplanned shutdowns
• Performs some programming and controls work
• Maintains and operates glycol dehydration, cryogenic processing, fractionation plant, reciprocating and turbine compressors
• Demonstrates proper use of personal protective equipment, vehicles, tools, and equipment
• Attends safety and technical training while progressing in the I&E Operations Technician development process

Education and Experience

• Required: High School Diploma/GED and minimum of two (2) years’ experience as an Operations Technician or similar role, including one (1) year experience as an I&E Technician
• Preferred: Associates or 2-year technical degree and minimum of two (2) years’ experience as an Operations Technician in the Oil and Gas Industry
• Preferred: Three (3) years of Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) experience, including instrumentation troubleshooting, calibration, and maintenance, with experience performing low-voltage electrical work in an industrial environment
• Preferred: Experience with Allen-Bradley PLC systems, including programming, troubleshooting, and diagnostics, with the ability to support and maintain automated control systems

Physical and Environmental Work Requirements

• Ability to work in extreme temperatures, with loud noises and in enclosed spaces
• Ability to carry or lift items up to 50 lbs and team lift loads of more than 50 lbs as needed
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, and squat, often for long periods of time
• Ability to work at elevated levels, potentially from man lifts, ladders, scaffolding, and/or small towers, with appropriate PPE

Other Requirements

• Must possess valid State Driver’s License and clean driving record
• Demonstrates aptitude and ability to embrace technology and applications to drive operational efficiency and streamline processes
• Demonstrates excellent organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as the utmost priority
• Needs basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and PC skills
• Previous experience working in an environment with gas-plant operations, gas compression and/or liquid or gas gathering processes
• Previous experience in the mechanical, electrical, and/or maintenance industry