Electronic Technician

National Fuel Gas Company; Town of Concord (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage

Paid Company Holidays

Dental Coverage

Parental Leave for Mothers and Fathers

401(k) with Company Match

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

National Fuel is seeking an Electronic Technician for the Concord Station in Springville, NY. This full-time Operations role focuses on installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical, control and automation systems used at pipeline and compressor sites.

The position requires an Associate’s Degree in Electronics (or equivalent), a valid driver’s license, and ability to travel to multiple sites. Starting pay is $46.90/hour, with progression to $49.37 after six months and $50.37 after

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Electronics or equivalent work experience.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to various work locations.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA, NEC, single & three-phase systems, digital & analog electronics.
• Proven troubleshooting and diagnostic skills with computer-based diagnostics and installation.
• Outstanding leadership skills to take a leading role in electrical and automation systems.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather and in hazardous environments.
• Live within reasonable commute of Concord Station or be willing to relocate (6 months relocation window).
• Availability to work Monday–Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm and may include overtime, weekends, holidays.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain electrical power circuits and automation systems at pipeline and compressor sites.
• Install, inspect, calibrate, and troubleshoot electronic equipment such as telemetry, PLCs (including Allen-Bradley), modems, transducers, sensing devices, radio & satellite equipment, RTUs, and cabling.
• Maintain power distribution systems including MCCs, UPS, generators, and VFDs.
• Provide coverage for electrical, mechanical, instrumentation and control logic systems for gas engines and turbines; inspect third-party work for safety and NEC compliance.

Skills

Electrical & electronics knowledge

Problem solving

Computer diagnostics

Leadership

Outdoor work readiness

Travel to sites

Education

Associate's degree in Electronics

Bachelor of Science in Electronics

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Electronic test equipment

Job description

National Fuel has an immediate, full-time opening for an Electronic Technician in our Operations Department at our Concord Station located in Springville, NY. National Fuel is proud to have an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, hard work is rewarded and promotion from within is supported. We offer exciting career opportunities for talented and ambitious job seekers and encourage you to apply today.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implementation and maintenance of electrical power circuits and equipment, control and automation systems, and electronic equipment used in pipeline systems and compressor stations
• Installation, inspection, maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of electronic equipment such as telemetering, programmable logic controllers (including Allen-Bradley), modems, transducers, sensing devices, radio & satellite equipment, remote terminal units, computer interface equipment and cabling
• Maintain power distribution systems including motor control centers, UPS, generators, and variable frequency drives
• Provide coverage for electrical, mechanical, instrumentation and control logic systems for natural gas-powered engines and turbines as well as reciprocating and centrifugal gas compressors. Provide inspection for construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties for compliance with safety, regulatory requirements, and NEC (National Electrical Code)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possess an Associate’s Degree in Electronics or have equivalent work experience
• Have a valid driver’s license and be able to travel to various work locations throughout the day
• Demonstrated experience and a thorough knowledge of NFPA, National Electrical Code, single & three phase systems, digital & analog electronics, electronic test equipment, wiring methods and safety practices
• Proven technical abilities, mechanical aptitude, the ability to quickly solve problems, and strong computer skills for diagnostics and installation of equipment
• Possess outstanding leadership skills to take a leading role in electrical and automation systems
• Be able to work outdoors in all types of weather and the ability to work in and around hazards
• Live within a reasonable commute of Concord Station, located at 5510 Genesee Road, Springville, NY 14141 or be willing to relocate. Candidates may be given 6 months from their hire date to permanently relocate
• Availability to work Monday through Friday from 8:00 am and 4:30 pm and may include occasional overtime work off hours, weekends, and holidays

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience working as an Electronic Technician
• Demonstrated work experience in electronic automation control systems a plus
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electronics.

ABOUT NATIONAL FUEL:

National Fuel is a diversified energy company headquartered near Buffalo, NY. Our employees continue to be the most important part of our Company and have made us who we are today. We are dedicated to the communities in which we live and work and have nearly 2,000 employees in Western NY and Northwest PA.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

This is a position within the Company’s collective bargaining unit with a starting hourly rate of $46.90/hour, after 6 months $49.37/hour, and an increase to $50.37/hour after 1 year.

National Fuel offers a comprehensive benefits package including the following:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Paid Company Holidays

• Dental Coverage
• Parental Leave for Mothers and Fathers

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Life Insurance

• Company Funded Retirement Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account

• Paid Vacation & Sick Time
• Charitable Giving Programs

National Fuel is a proud equal employment opportunity employer. We believe our differences makes us all better, pushing us to look at things differently while enriching our own personal life experiences. That’s why we’re committed to building a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive work environment. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.