Electrical & Instrumentation Technican

Crescent Midstream, LLC; Raceland (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Crescent Midstream, LLC is seeking an Electrical/Instrumentation Technician to support the pipeline operations in Raceland, LA. The role involves installing and maintaining PLCs, flow computers, radio and satellite communications, and power distribution up to 480V.

You will troubleshoot SCADA-related issues, read electrical drawings, and document all activities. A safety-focused candidate with a technical background and CDL is preferred, with opportunities to advance as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; college/technical degree preferred.
• Must pass drug and alcohol pre-employment screening.
• Haz-Mat and safety trainings and related certifications required.
• Valid driver license required; experience with SCADA compliance and PHMSA rules.
• Minimum three years of related field experience; Operator Qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain Radio and Satellite communication.
• Work with PLC and Flow Computers; troubleshoot control systems.
• Install, calibrate, and maintain field control/instrument devices.
• Troubleshoot data monitored at the Control Center.
• Install and maintain 120V and 480V power distribution.
• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain electric motors.
• Monitor high voltage maintenance work for Crescent.
• Document and archive required job reports.
• Oversee work by Electrical Contractors; read/update electrical drawings.
• Utilize MS Office (Excel/Word) for reporting.

Skills

SCADA knowledge

MS Office (Excel, Word)

Reading electrical drawings

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC/Flow Computers

Radio/Satellite communications

Power distribution 120/480V

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Technical degree preferred

Haz-Mat training

Safety training certifications

Valid driver's license

Operator Qualification Certification preferred

Tools

PLC systems

Flow Computers

Radio/Satellite comms

Electrical distribution gear

Job description

Division: Crescent Midstream, LLC

Work Location: Raceland, LA

Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Job Purpose

The duties of this position are to work in the electrical/instrumentation/communications field dealing with Programmable Logic Computers (PLC), Flow Computers, Radio Communication, Satellite Communications, Electrical Motors, and Field Instrumentation. This position’s responsibilities include specification, installation, testing, and repair of all types of electrical and electronic equipment used in the operation of pipelines. The technician will work with the Operations Control Center during communication outages or other SCADA issues.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following

• Install and maintain Radio and Satellite communication
• Become efficient in working with PLC and Flow Computers
• Install maintain and calibrate field control and instrument devices
• Understand how to trouble shoot data being monitored at the Control Center
• Install and Maintain 120 Volt and 480 volt power distribution
• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain electric motors
• Monitor high voltage maintenance work for Crescent
• Complete and archive company required documentation on jobs
• Oversee work performed by Electrical Contractors
• Have ability to read and update company electrical drawings
• Fluent with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

The employee must be capable of climbing staircases at jobsites (production platforms, tanks, etc.)

Sit for prolonged periods of time and use a computer to complete tasks.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Travel is required by boat and/or helicopter to the worksite location.

Exposure to inclement weather that can range from less than 20 degrees up to 100+ degrees.

Education and Basic Requirements:

High school graduate or equivalent; college and/or technical degree preferred.

Must be able to successfully pass Drug and Alcohol pre-employment and ongoing screening.

Must be able to successfully complete Haz-Mat training, safety awareness training and any other related required training and certifications

Must have a valid driver's license

Knowledge of SCADA Communication standards and PHMSA requirements as they relate to calibration of electronic pipeline safety devices and state and federal laws.

Proven HSSE track record

Strong knowledge of Pipeline operating and regulatory requirements with a minimum of three years’ related experience. Previous Operator Qualification Certification preferred.

Crescent Midstream is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by State, Federal or Local law.