Associate Field Technician/ Field Technician/ Sr. Field Technician

Bwpipelines; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the natural gas industry seeks an Associate Field Technician/Field Technician/Sr. Field Technician in Houma, LA. This role involves daily operations and maintenance within compressor stations and pipelines, ensuring safety and compliance with industry regulations. Candidates must be physically able and live within 30 miles of the facility.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record required.
• Experience with natural gas pipelines preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily operations and maintenance for compressor station and pipelines.
• Perform valve inspection, tank gauging, and gas sampling.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with DOT and safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving skills

Physical ability to lift 50 lbs

History of safe work practices

Boat operation experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Associate Field Technician/ Field Technician/ Sr. Field Technician

Houma, LA, USA Req #1473

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Must live within 30 miles of 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 to work in our Houma, LA location.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

This position is responsible for carrying out daily operations and maintenance tasks associated with the compressor station and pipeline activities, and to assist with operations and maintenance of Gulf South Pipeline facilities located in the Houma, LA operating area. The role involves ensuring environmental health & safety and reliable natural gas transmission through the pipeline system. Specific duties include valve inspection and maintenance, tank gauging, pipeline locating, pipeline patrolling, gas sampling, damage prevention, one-call notifications, corrosion control, preventive pipeline maintenance, and operations related to meter stations, valve sites, and right of way maintenance. The position also involves gas quality monitoring and assisting with construction and repairs of pipelines and facilities. Responsibilities include recognizing and reporting abnormal and safety-related conditions, accident and near-miss reporting, emergency responses, and ensuring regulatory compliance with DOT, industry standards, manufacturer, and company guidelines. The candidate will learn and operate within the Houma area and participate in the on-call rotation for pipeline operations and emergency responses. Living within 30 miles of Houma, LA, is required for prompt response to call outs. Completion of Core Blocks in Safety, Environmental, and Company policies is expected.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Physical ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, ladders, scaffolds, bend, stoop, squat, and carry/lift items up to 50 lbs. for at least 50 feet
• Ability to work in extreme heat, cold, and enclosed spaces
• Mechanical aptitude
• Problem-solving skills and ability to manage filing systems
• History of safe work practices
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Boat operation experience

PREFERRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with natural gas pipelines and compressor facilities
• Knowledge of DOT 192 Regulations

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or equivalent

PREFERRED EDUCATION:

Additional training or certifications are a plus.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP maintains a drug-free workplace and requires pre-employment drug & substance abuse testing. We are an equal opportunity employer, considering all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.