I&E Technician

WhiteWater Midstream, LLC; Alice (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-matched 401(k)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Basic life and AD&D insurances

Job summary

WhiteWater Midstream, LLC is seeking a full-time position for operational support in Alice, Texas, focusing on operational support and maintenance for natural gas and NGL pipelines. Candidates should have experience in electrical equipment and the ability to perform troubleshooting and repairs.

The ideal candidate will possess a technical or associates degree in instrumentation or electronics, with at least 2 years of relevant experience in the oil & gas industry.

Benefits include employer-matched 401(k), medical coverage, and more, ensuring a comprehensive package for the selected candidate.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in instrument control and electrical maintenance in oil & gas.
• Working knowledge of National Electric Codes required.
• Ability to work in various climate conditions and handle physical demands.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, operate, and troubleshoot instrumentation and electrical equipment.
• Specify and procure equipment based on application requirements.
• Conduct preventative maintenance checks on critical equipment.

Skills

Pipeline Knowledge

Electrical Equipment Maintenance

SCADA Communication

Team Collaboration

Troubleshooting

Education

Technical/Associates Degree in Instrumentation or Electronics

Tools

PLC Programming

Electrical Schematics

Job description

This position will provide operational support, troubleshooting, and process optimization on natural gas pipelines, NGL pipelines and associated compressor stations.

Position Responsibilities

• Maintain, operate, troubleshoot, repair, and calibrate instrumentation and electrical equipment including VFDs, switchgear, transformers, power supply battery backup systems, pumps, motors, and various instrumentation.
• Specify and procure equipment according to the application requirements in terms of power supply, flow, temperature, pressure, area classification, etc.
• Perform loops checks and calibration of field instrumentation.
• Maintain and troubleshoot circuits and electrical equipment up to 480 VAC.
• Perform preventative maintenance checks on equipment including, but not limited to pumps, compressors, drivers, and auxiliary equipment.
• Prepare equipment for maintenance by electrically clearing motors, switchgear, etc. and conducting LOTO procedures per Company policies.
• Read and understand P&ID drawings, electrical schematics, mechanical schematics and technical operational manuals.
• Serve as the I&E Lead on small capital projects and oversee work performed by 3 rd party contractors.
• Work effectively with Turbine Technicians, Automation Control Specialist, Operations, Engineers, and others to conduct maintenance and repair activities, as well installation and commissioning of new equipment and facilities.
• Assist with instrumentation and electrical equipment training.
• Comply with safety and environmental practices in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.
• Attend safety trainings, maintain required certifications to perform job duties, set example of high safety standards and assist in regulatory inspections.
• Participate in the development of O&M Procedures, Site Specific Procedures, project scopes and work plans.
• Occasional travel, including overnight visits, to other compressor locations will be required.

Requirements

• General pipeline knowledge and working experience with medium voltage equipment up to 480 VAC.
• Working knowledge of National Electric Codes
• Technical Degree/Associates Degree in Instrumentation, Electronic Communications or Industrial Electronics, or equivalent
• 2+ years in instrument control, automation, and electrical maintenance / project commissioning in the oil & gas industry
• Must have communication experience with cellular, satellite, Modbus and SCADA.
• Must possess valid driver’s license and meet company insurability requirements.
• Maintain compliance with WWM’s drug and alcohol program.
• Knowledge of Pipeline & Terminal business processes and equipment such as mainline motors and engines, pipeline flow measurement equipment, and tank level measurement equipment preferred.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays and respond to call outs and emergencies.
• Ability to work in changing climate conditions and capable of working in tight spaces, climbing to and working from elevated platforms, ladders, walkways, etc.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to work with a team and take direction from supervisors, fluency in English is required.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with PLC programming – Allen Bradley, Scadapack, etc.
• Experience with electrical voltages up to 4160VAC.
• Journeyman or Master Electrician license.

Benefits

This position is Full-Time located in Alice, Texas. Selected candidate is eligible for employer matched 401(k), medical, dental, vision, basic life and AD&D insurances and other benefit offerings.

As set forth in WhiteWater Midstream’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.