I&E Technician

About the role

This position provides instrument and electrical technical support to construction, plant facilities, and field operations. The role involves repairing, installing, troubleshooting, and performing predictive and preventative maintenance on control systems, natural gas compression or pump stations, SCADA, and other equipment within gas and liquid facilities and pipelines. Additionally, the position includes inspecting, troubleshooting, and maintaining process control systems such as PLCs or DCS and similar equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install, diagnose, and maintain SCADA systems, plant, pipeline, and compressor instrument and electrical equipment components in compliance with procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Install, diagnose, and maintain pneumatic and intelligent instruments, electrical distribution systems, motor control gear, and associated software.
• Install, diagnose, and maintain PLCs or DCS systems and process or safety controls.
• Read and interpret manuals, policies, engineering standards, regulations, drawings, and schematics, including electrical, pneumatic, and P&IDs.
• Test, calibrate, and document plant and compressor station control and safety devices per DOT 192, DOT 193, DOT 195, or applicable PSM 1910 requirements, ensuring preventative maintenance tasks are current.
• Participate in call-out/on-call requirements.
• Actively participate in partnership safety programs and initiatives.
• Perform specialized technical skills, such as developing complex design projects, cost estimates, evaluating electrical systems, building and maintaining ESD systems, and maintaining gas turbine or skid unit control systems.
• Provide work direction, oversight, and inspection of third-party contractor work.
• Mentor and oversee less qualified employees.
• Provide accurate written and electronic reporting.
• Comply with partnership safety policies and procedures.
• Perform energy isolation lockout/tagout procedures (LOTO).

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Relevant industry experience:
  • Level C: 0 – 2 years
  • Level B: 2 – 4 years
  • Level A: 4+ years
• Valid driver’s license with a demonstrated safe driving record.
• Ability to maintain motor controls, relay logic, RTUs, and I&E associated end-devices.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, including Outlook and Word.
• Experience using software to troubleshoot, design, or configure control solutions specific to InTouch Wonderware, Factory Talk, Allen Bradley RSLogix, or Delta V.
• Extensive knowledge of DOT 192, DOT 193, and DOT 195 as they pertain to required testing and documentation for plants, compressor stations, pipelines, and facilities.
• Demonstrated understanding of the National Electric Code and OSHA 1910 as they relate to electrical systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• State Electrical License.
• Associate’s Degree in Instrumentation.
• Related software and system certifications (e.g., Factory Talk, Delta V).

Benefits

• Industry-leading compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• 401(k) match with additional profit sharing.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Abundant career opportunities.

Working Conditions

• Frequent exposure to heat, cold, and other adverse weather conditions.
• Repetitive standing, walking, bending, stretching, reaching over shoulder height, and climbing ladders up to 25 feet.
• Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs with or without assistance.
• Work in confined spaces.
• Subject to call-outs for operational issues and emergencies after hours, at night, and on weekends and holidays.
• Work in and around industrial and construction settings, which may include hazardous products, processes, materials, chemicals, extreme temperatures, and loud machinery. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required.
• Reliable attendance at work.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.