Technician, Gathering (Carlsbad Area) - Location Incentives

Responsibilities

• Conduct and perform line pressure maintenance and hydrate removal (pigging, balling, drip removal).
• Spotting lines for one-calls, etc.
• Conducting line surveys and leak detection monitoring.
• Cooking system shutdowns (for new connects or line repairs).
• Starting and stopping compressors/pumps.
• Making equipment and checking levels.
• Recording operating equipment data and performing minor maintenance (replacing valves, fittings, etc.).
• Operating de-hy units.
• Troubleshooting abnormal operations.
• Cooking and coordinating activities of contractor personnel assigned to area.
• Maintaining pipeline right-of-ways.
• Operating, inspecting and maintaining high pressure pipelines, valves, regulators and related instrumentation in compliance with DOT, and OSHA, etc. regulations.
• Managing storage and transfer of pipeline liquids.
• Monitoring and inspecting pipeline encroachments.
• Identifying emergency situations and initiating emergency response procedures.
• Completing and maintaining required reports and logs.
• Monitoring and adjusting, as required, or needed, equipment to maintain optimum availability and efficiency.
• Ordering parts and supplies as needed or required.
• Aiding maintenance and other work groups as needed or required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
• Technical certification or equivalent training in a mechanical environment or energy related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years stable work history, preferably in the energy industry.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Demonstrated strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and repair all types of mechanical equipment and dexterity in the use of tools and equipment.
• Able to read prints, drawings and technical manuals and prepare technical reports.
• Possess basic mathematical calculations and possess basic computer skills including spreadsheet and word processing applications.
• Good verbal/written communication skills, decision making skills and strong work ethic.
• Able to assume responsibility, be flexible, perform duties and handle multiple tasks under potentially stressful and/or hazardous conditions.
• Available to work overtime and work a rotating 12-hr shift schedule.
• Basic computer skills are needed including spreadsheet and word processing applications.
• Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance programs a plus.
• Self-motivated individual able to work independently or in a team environment and willing to learn.
• Sound judgment with the ability to make decisions and corrections when problems are detected.
• Dependable and reliable, take pride in a job well done, and enjoy working hard.
• Good organizational skills, good customer relation skills with the ability to interface with landowners and other corporate and field personnel.
• Works indoors and outdoors in and around industrial and electrical equipment.
• Works in temperature extremes due to weather conditions and operating equipment.
• Routinely reacts to visual, aural and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work.
• May work in confined spaces (i.e. tanks, between compressors, vessels).
• Able to lift and put on emergency breathing apparatus and/or protective equipment.
• Shift Day Job Travel Yes, 10 % of the Time.