I/E Technician

Targa Resources; Kermit (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Targa Resources in Texas is seeking an I&E Technician to perform corrective and preventative maintenance on instrumentation & electrical systems including PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA integration.

The role requires hands-on troubleshooting of sensors, transmitters, valves, VFDs, and RTUs in processing and transportation of natural gas liquids, with strong safety compliance and the ability to work in plant and field conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of work related experience.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license to include a safe driving record.
• Interpersonal communication skills are required to interface with all affected teams, personnel, and vendors.
• Strong work ethic with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Solid computer skills to include Microsoft Office Software.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, with call-outs as needed and shift work.
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs and work in changing climate conditions.
• Able to work in close quarters and at varying heights.
• Follow PPE guidelines and maintain regular attendance.
• Must live within 60 miles of the job location.

Responsibilities

• Learn and follow safety policies and procedures and ethics policies.
• Plan and perform assignments safely with proper tooling and process safety management.
• Work with Allen-Bradley PLCs, ladder logic coding, online edits, and troubleshooting.
• Create HMI graphics for local HMI and SCADA.
• Troubleshoot wiring for transmitters, switch devices, and PLC outputs.
• Configure and learn Wonderware ArchestrA SCADA for new systems.
• Review P&ID, control panel, junction box diagrams, and one-lines.
• Configure and troubleshoot instrumentation: pressure, temperature, level.
• Troubleshoot coriolis flow meters and flow meters with pulse/optical devices.
• Configure and troubleshoot VFDs and RTU I/O wiring and communications.
• Install and configure EtherNet/IP and Serial Radio communications.
• Adhere to NEC/API area classifications for electrical components.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Strong work ethic

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

IEC ladder logic

HMI/SCADA (Wonderware ArchestrA)

Freewave radios

Sierra Wireless modems

Emerson Rosemount devices

Micromotion Coriolis meters

Eaton VFDs

EtherNet/IP & Serial Radio installations

Job description

POSITIONSUMMARY:
The I&E Technician is responsible for performing corrective & preventative maintenance on I&E systems as analytical equipment, control elements, advanced hardware (computers, telemetry & etc.), logic networks and other related equipment associated typically in the processing, fractionation, storage and transportation of natural gas liquids.

JOB FUNCTIONS AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Learn and understand Targa’s Safety Policies and Procedures and Business Ethics Policies. Plan and perform all assignments in a safe manner by utilizing the proper tools, safety and environmental precautions, permitting, and Process Safety Management, and have a basic knowledge of the effect his work will have on his co-workers and the plant and field operations.
• Have a solid understanding and application experience with Allen-Bradley programmable logic controllers (PLC) to include the following: Knowledge of IEC-63111-3 programming languages specifically ladder logic, downloading and uploading programs, online edits, and troubleshooting logic.
• Create HMI graphics, both for local HMI and SCADA.
• Evaluate and troubleshoot and correct control system wiring for transmitters, switch devices, and PLC output commands to an array of control devices.
• Become familiar with the Wonderware ArchestrA SCADA system and learn to setup and configure derived instances for new systems being brought online..
• Evaluate piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID), control panel and junction box diagrams, process flow diagrams and electrical one-lines.
• Perform configurations and be able to troubleshoot instrumentation to include the following: pressure, temperature, and level instruments.
• Perform configurations and be able to troubleshoot coriolis flow meters.
• Perform configuration and troubleshooting controls related to variable speed drives (VFD)
• Troubleshoot and correct issues with positive displacement flow meters specifically pulse contacts and optical high speed pulse devices.
• Flow Computers and remote terminal units (RTU) I/O wiring, configuration, and communications.
• Strong knowledge and skilled in EtherNet I/P and Serial Radio installation and configuration.
• Have solid knowledge of electrical theory and controls for low voltage systems. Be able to troubleshoot problems related to control systems rated at 120 VAC and less.
• Be familiar with NEC code and API code regulations regarding area classification and requirements for electrical components located within classified areas.
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM ESSENTIAL QUALIFACTIONS:

• Minimum of 2 years of work related experience
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license to include a safe driving record satisfactory to the company.
• Interpersonal communication skills are required in order to interface with all affected teams, personnel, and vendors.
• Strong work ethic with demonstrated ability to effectively work with minimum supervision
• Solid computer skills to include Microsoft Office Software
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, with the ability to respond to call outs as needed to fulfill business objective and the ability to work shifts for plant or field conditions.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull at least a minimum of 50lbs.
• Ability to work in changing climate conditions.
• Able to work in close quarters: i.e., work while kneeling, squatting, sitting, climbing, and standing.
• Follow and adhere to all applicable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines (ex: eye protection, footwear, Nomex).
• Regular and reliable attendance
• Must live or be willing to live within 60 miles of the job location.

PREFERRED QULAIFICATIONS:

• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLC Logix 5000 and 500 product line
• Experience with Allen-Bradley Panelview Plus HMI product line
• Experience with Freewave radios and Sierra Wireless cell modem devices
• Experience with Emerson Rosemount pressure, temperature and level devices
• Experience with Micromotion Coriolis meters
• Experience with Eaton 9000 series VFD’s

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to frequently throughout the work shift, push, pull and lift at least a minimum of 50lbs to a minimum height of 3-4 feet and maneuver equipment or parts as needed
• Ability to work outdoors in changing climate conditions
• Able to work in close quarters: i.e., work while kneeling, squatting, sitting, climbing, and standing
• Ability to climb up and down ladders, stairs and platforms at varying heights
• Follow and adhere to all applicable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines (ex: eye protection, footwear, Nomex)

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

Targa Resources provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria and without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees’ beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Targa’s policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Targa.