I&E Technician

Summary

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. It also includes inspecting, troubleshooting, and maintaining process control systems such as PLCs or DCS.

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 equipment 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&ID’s.
• 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 frequencies are current.
• Participate in call‑out/on‑call requirements.
• Actively participate in partnership safety programs and initiatives.
• Perform specialized technical tasks 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 inspect work performed by third‑party contractors.
• Mentor and oversee less‑qualified employees.
• Provide accurate written and electronic reporting.
• Comply with partnership safety policies and procedures.
• Perform energy isolation lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.

Requirements

Education & Experience: High school diploma or GED. Experience level is based on job level:

• Level C – 0–2 years of relevant industry experience or equivalent.
• Level B – 2–4 years of relevant industry experience or equivalent.
• Level A – 4+ years of relevant industry experience or equivalent.

Required Qualifications:

• 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 Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook and Word).
• Experience using software to troubleshoot, design, or configure control solutions such as InTouch Wonderware, FactoryTalk, Allen Bradley RSLogix, or Delta V.
• Extensive knowledge of DOT 192, DOT 193, and DOT 195 as they relate to 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., FactoryTalk, Delta V, etc.).

Benefits

Industry‑leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, paid time off, and 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 of up to 50 lb with or without assistance.
• Potential work in confined spaces.
• Subject to call‑outs for operational issues and emergencies after hours, at night, and on weekends and holidays.
• Work in industrial and construction settings that may involve hazardous products, processes, materials, chemicals, extreme temperatures, loud machinery, and required personal protective equipment.
• Reliable attendance required.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.