Associate Field Technician/ Field Technician/ Sr. Field Technician

Socket.dev; Isola (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP seeks an Associate Field Technician/Field Technician/Sr. Field Technician for its Isola, MS location. The role ensures safe operation and maintenance of a natural gas compressor station and pipeline system, with on-call coverage and regulatory compliance responsibilities.

The position requires living within 30 miles of Isola and a high school diploma (associate degree preferred). DOT compliance and safety culture are emphasized, with opportunities to support emergency

Qualifications

• Strong computer skills
• Excellent verbal communications skills
• Problem solving abilities
• Mechanical aptitude
• Current Driver’s License with clean record
• History of safe work
• High school diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Operate the natural gas compressor station on a rotating schedule and respond to callouts.
• Support regulatory compliance activities and DOT regulations.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repair on facility equipment and pipelines.
• Identify and report abnormal or unsafe conditions and assist in emergency responses.
• Coordinate with construction activities and manage field locates and encroachments.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Excellent verbal communications

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Driver's license

History of safe work

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s Degree

Job description

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Boardwalk is a limited partnership operating in the midstream portion of the natural gas and natural gas liquidsindustry, 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 Isola, MS location.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Associate Field Technician 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. Successful candidate must live 30 miles from the Isola Compressor Station in order to respond to call-outs.

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 at 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.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• Physical requirements - standing/walking; climbing stairs, ladders, and scaffolds; bending/stooping/squatting; carrying and lifting items 50 lbs. for a minimum of 50 feet
• Working conditions - exposure to extreme heat and cold temperatures and enclosed spaces
• Strong computer skills
• Excellent verbal communications skills
• Problem solving skills and ability to manage filing system
• History of safe work
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Current Driver’s License with clean record.

PREFERRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• Experience working with natural gas pipelines and compressor facilities as well as familiar with DOT 192 Regulations
• College or technical school degree
• Mechanical and/or Electrical degree
• Mechanical and/or Electrical industry related training

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma

PREFERRED EDUCATION:

• Associate’s Degree

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.