Technician, Pipeline (Gonzales, TX)

Responsibilities

• Participate in installing all instrumentation and electrical components safely.
• Troubleshoot problems with control systems and complex equipment associated with crude oil operations.
• Run conduit, pull wire, change motors and maintain lighting systems and basic motor controls.
• Maintain, modify and troubleshoot Distributive Control Systems (DCS) and/or Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) to maximize use of control technology and minimize installation and operating costs.
• Maintain advanced monitoring devices (gas, flame, or fire detectors, vibration and temperature monitors).
• Maintain and operate custody transfer measurement facilities and perform product quality control tests.
• Maintain and operate corrosion control equipment.
• Interface with various landowners including private, state, federal, etc.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
• Previous experience and knowledge of industry related maintenance and repair standards preferred.
• Journeyman electrical designation is highly preferred.
• The ability to read at a level to understand written safety procedures, work procedures, blue prints, P&IDs, work permits, and technical instruction manuals is required.
• Thorough knowledge of electrical codes and is familiar with AC voltage (120-480) three phase and single phase plus 24 VDC is required.
• A minimum of 5+ years of electrical and instrumentation experience is required.
• Preferably in an energy related industry.
• Knowledge of the general design and operation of a crude oil pipeline.
• Basic computer skills including spreadsheet and word processing applications.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Minimum of 3 years stable work history, preferably in the energy industry.
• 2-4 years previous experience with the operation, maintenance, and/or construction of a crude oil pipeline facility and tank farm facilities preferred.
• Possess a strong commitment to personal and job safety.
• Must demonstrate mechanical aptitude and dexterity in the use of tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of pumps, regulators, MOVs, electronic controls and medium electrical voltage is desired with an understanding of crude oil pipelines.
• The ability to read and interpret alignment sheets, schematics and P&IDs.
• Must be able to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, decision making skills and strong work ethic.
• Able to work independently as well as maintain and promote good working relationships within a team environment.
• Able to assume responsibility, be flexible, perform duties and handle multiple tasks under potentially stressful and/or hazardous conditions.
• Must be willing to work overtime and call-outs.
• Self-motivated individual; accountable and self driven to learn and to continuously develop and improve his/her skills through both formalized and on the job training.
• Must have a history of being dependable and reliable, take pride in a job well done, and enjoy working hard.
• Good organizational skills, strong customer service with the ability to interface with various land owners 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.
• Uses physical force to lift, push, pull and hold equipment and tools.
• Climbs and works at various heights and may work in a standing, sitting, lying down, crouched or kneeling position.
• 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).
• Must be able to regularly bend, stoop, move from ground level to higher levels, raise/lift from ground level and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must have ability to get in and out of vehicles regularly and ride over rough roads.
• Must wear special safety equipment while working and must be able to lift and put on emergency breathing apparatus and/or protective equipment.