Associate Field Technician/Field Technician/Sr. Field Technician

Texas Gas Transmission; Hanson (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP in Hanson, KY seeks an Associate Field Technician / Field Technician / Sr. Field Technician to operate and maintain a natural gas compressor station and pipeline network on a rotating schedule with occasional callouts.

The role emphasizes environmental, health, safety, and reliability support, regulatory compliance, and scheduled preventive maintenance in accordance with DOT and company standards.

Qualifications

• Must read and follow Company procedures and manufacturers guidelines.
• Strong communication and prioritization skills.
• Ability to operate under safety and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate compressor station and pipeline system to ensure safe, reliable product flow.
• Respond to callouts during assigned weeks and participate in on-call rotation.
• Provide EH&S support and report unsafe conditions, accidents, near-misses.
• Perform regulatory compliance activities and preventive maintenance per standards.
• Execute maintenance and repair procedures on facility equipment and appurtenances.
• Acquire Operator Qualification (OQ) tasks and assist at other locations when needed.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Prioritization

Microsoft Office

Procedures

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma

Technical School or College

Job description

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• Must live within 30 miles of the facility*

Boardwalk is a limited partnership operating in the midstream portion of the natural gas and natural gas liquids industry, providing transportation and storage services for our customers. Our 14,000 miles of pipeline and storage assets provide diverse market connectivity to producers and end-users who need reliable sources of natural gas for power generation, home heating or petrochemical feedstocks. We have the experience, knowledge, and flexibility to design service offerings and create system enhancements tailored to our customers’ needs throughout the 13 states in which we operate. As an organization focused on sustainability, we are committed to protecting the environment while delivering this energy source. This commitment is made to our customers, employees, and the communities in which we operate. We incorporate environmental stewardship, safety, and compliance into our day-to-day operations and seek to strengthen and support the communities we serve. Additional information about the company can be found online at www.bwpipelines.com.

We are currently looking for an Associate Field Technician / Field Technician / Sr. Field Technician for our Hanson, KY location.

Position Description

This role is responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of a natural gas compressor station and pipeline system to ensure safe, reliable product flow and full regulatory compliance. Duties include operating the compressor station on a rotating schedule, responding to callouts during assigned operating weeks, and participating in an area-wide on-call rotation for emergency or abnormal operating conditions.

The position provides environmental, health, safety, and reliability support for natural gas transmission operations. Responsibilities include identifying and reporting abnormal or unsafe conditions, completing accident and near-miss reporting, supporting emergency response efforts, performing regulatory compliance activities, and conducting equipment maintenance and repair.

The role is also responsible for executing operations, maintenance, and repair procedures in accordance with DOT regulations, industry standards, manufacturer specifications, and company policies related to facility equipment and appurtenances.

Key responsibilities include handling natural gas related to reciprocating / turbine compression equipment, pipeline network in assigned area; performing assigned tasks, supporting construction activities; conducting preventative maintenance and regulated compliance inspections along pipelines such as meter stations, on corrosion control systems, valves, leak surveys and right-of-way areas; and managing facility encroachment activities such as pipe locates, excavations, and inspections. The role requires acquiring Operator Qualification (OQ) tasks and may occasionally involve assisting at other work locations.

This position will be located at our Hanson, KY Compressor Station and will operate in a scheduled rotation. Normal work hours for this position are 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. weekdays but are subject to change; however, this position is subject to occasional call-out and schedule adjustments, as necessary.

This position's primary area of responsibility will be at our Hanson, KY Compressor Station, and successful candidate will be required to reside within 30 miles of this facility.

Required Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• Individual must have excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with all levels of personnel, as well as strong critical thinking and problem solving skills and a strong ability for prioritizing and scheduling multiple projects. This individual should also have experience with Microsoft programs as well as the ability to read, comprehend, and follow Company procedures and manufacturers guidelines.
• Physical requirements of the role include the ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. for a minimum of 50 feet in order to transfer tools and equipment, the ability to operate valve control wheels with a minimum of 50 turns, and the ability to work alone as required in extreme weather conditions including hot, cold, muddy, and wet environments.
• Valid Driver’s license is required and the ability to operate an all-terrain vehicle.
• Must have a strong commitment to Personal and Team safety.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• Gas Pipeline Experience
• Compressor Station Experience
• Storage Field Experience
• Mechanical experience
• Electrical experience

Required Education

• High School Diploma

Preferred Education

• Technical School or College

Additional Information

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP, maintains a drug-free workplace and will require pre-employment drug & substance abuse testing before hiring.

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP, is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.