Technician Gathering

Description

The Gathering Technician independently performs various duties associated with gathering systems liquid lines compressor sites and related equipment. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to:

This position includes:

• Retention Bonus
• Hourly Premium Adjustment Pay

• Conduct and perform line pressure maintenance and hydrate removal (pigging balling drip removal).
• Spotting lines for onecalls etc.
• Conducting line surveys and leak detection monitoring.
• Coordinating system shutdowns (for new connects or line repairs).
• Perform lockout/tagout and other safety tasks.
• Starting and stopping compressors/pumps.
• Monitoring equipment and checking levels.
• Recording operating equipment data and performing minor maintenance (replacing valves fittings etc.)
• Operating dehy units.
• Troubleshooting abnormal operations.
• Coordinating and monitoring activities of contractor personnel assigned to area.
• Maintaining pipeline rightofways.
• 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.
• Monitor and inspect pipeline encroachments.
• Employee will act as a company representative and interact with property owners other pipeline company representatives and local public representatives.
• Identify emergency situations and initiate emergency response procedures.
• Complete and maintain required reports and logs.
• Monitor and adjust as required or needed equipment to maintain optimum availability and efficiency.
• Order parts and supplies as needed or required.
• Assist maintenance and other work groups as needed or required.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will meet the following qualifications:

• 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 drivers license with acceptable driving record.
• Must demonstrate 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.
• Must be able to perform 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.
• Must be available to work overtime handle callouts work a rotating oncall schedule.
• Must live or relocate to within 1 hour response time of job assignment.
• Basic computer skills are needed including spreadsheet and word processing applications.
• Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance programs a plus.
• Selfmotivated individual able to work independently or in a team environment and willing to learn.
• Must be able to demonstrate sound judgment with the ability to make decisions and corrections when problems are detected.
• Must have a history of being dependable and reliable take pride in a job well done and enjoy working hard.
• Candidate must have 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.
• 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. manually transport a load up to 75 lbs. apply up to 100 foot pounds of torque.
• Must have ability to get in and out of vehicles regularly and ride over rough roads.
• May be required to participate in the Respiratory Protection Program and wear respirator to perform tasks.
• Must wear special safety equipment while working and must be able to lift and put on emergency breathing apparatus and/or protective equipment.

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