I&E Technician - Senior (Pipeline)

ONEOK Services Company LLC; Plaquemine (LA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

ONEOK is seeking a Senior I&E Technician to support critical assets. You will troubleshoot and maintain AC/DC control systems, PLCs, SCADA, DCS, and related instrumentation, ensuring safe and reliable operation of gas processing equipment in field locations.

The role emphasizes diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and accuracy in records, with heavy emphasis on safety and compliance with DOT guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.
• Experience with gas processing fundamentals, computers and related software, governmental rules, regulations, and codes.
• Experience with safety practices for flammable gases, high pressure systems.
• Reliability Based Programs experience.
• Ability to read repair orders, drawings, procedures, charts, diagrams, gauges, and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Install, operate, inspect, troubleshoot, repair, calibrate, and maintain instrumentation and automation systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance and analytical testing on compressors/engines and related equipment.
• Maintain electrical power circuits, switch gear, and distribution including high voltage.
• Prepare maintenance and repair records and safety/environmental reports.
• Ensure safety and respond to hazardous conditions.

Skills

Reciprocating/gas turbine engines

Compressors & instrumentation

Electronics & control systems

Mathematics

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

Electronic testing devices

Manual/Power tools

Control devices

Job description

Job Summary

Join a high‑performing team as a Senior I & E Technician where your expertise with Allen‑Bradley PLCs, HMIs, natural gas‑fired turbines, natural gas metering stations, and reciprocating compressors keeps critical assets running safely and reliably. If you thrive on troubleshooting complex control systems, driving operational excellence, and being the go‑to technical expert in the field, we want to hear from you.

Job Profile Summary: Performs a specialized level of work including installation, troubleshooting, calibrating, maintaining, and repair of various electrical/electronic, pneumatic, hydraulic, analyzers, measurement, control and automation systems, and related equipment.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Install, operate, inspect, troubleshoot, repair, calibrate/adjust, and maintain the following equipment, including, but not limited to:

• Calorimeters
• Gravitometers/Densitometers
• Chromatographs
• Telemetering systems
• Moisture analyzers
• ESD systems
• Electronic odorization systems
• Flow computers
• PH and conductivity probes
• Instrumentation (meter tubes and orifice plates)
• Satellite equipment
• Analytical equipment
• Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system and remote terminal units and equipment
• Distributed Control System (DCS) Programmable Logic Control (PLC) systems

Perform preventative maintenance and/or analytical testing on compressors/engines, drivers, and auxiliary equipment.

Maintain electrical power circuits, switch gear, and power distribution, including high voltage.

Perform and/or observe measurement equipment witness tests.

Install and maintain security/intrusion systems.

Drive and ensure maintenance is complete on company vehicles.

Maintain, calculate and prepare reports and records, including, but not limited to: maintenance and repair records; safety and environmental reports; mechanical drawings; electrical schematics and diagrams; pressure readings; material and supply orders; loop sheets; meter tube/orifice plate ratios; orifice and positive meter flow rates and capacities.

Responsibilities may include Department of Transportation (DOT) covered functions, including operations, maintenance, or emergency response on a pipeline. Employee must be alert and respond immediately to dangerous or hazardous conditions, and where impaired performance or failure to follow safety precautions could result in serious injury or property damage.

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Work Experience

• Experience in use and function of tools and equipment applicable to position: manual/power tools, electronic testing devices, control devices.
• Experience and training related to gas processing fundamentals, computers and related software, governmental rules, regulations, and (electric) codes.
• Experience with company policies and procedures including safe handling practices for flammable gases, liquids, and high pressure systems.
• Reliability Based Programs experience.
• Experience reading and interpreting repair orders, mechanical drawings, procedures, charts, diagrams, dials, gauges, and equipment manuals.
• Experience preparing, processing, or verifying maintenance and repair records, safety and environmental reports, electrical schematics and diagrams, pressure readings, and material and supply orders.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of reciprocating or gas turbine engines, compressors, and electronic and processing equipment applicable to position.
• Knowledge of instrumentation, electronics, tools and control systems.
• Ability to apply addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and algebraic formulas.
• Ability to communicate and/or exchange written and verbal information and instructions.

Licenses and Certifications

None required.

Physical Demands & Requirements

Heavy Work – Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Strength Factor Description: Standing (Frequently), Walking (Frequently), Sitting (Occasionally), Lifting (Occasionally), Carrying (Occasionally), Pushing (Occasionally), Pulling (Occasionally), Climbing (Occasionally), Balancing (Occasionally), Stooping (Occasionally), Kneeling (Occasionally), Crouching (Occasionally), Crawling (Occasionally), Reaching (Constantly), Handling (Manual Dexterity, Constantly), Fingering (Finger Dexterity, Constantly), Feeling (Constantly), Talking (Frequently), Hearing (Frequently), Tasting/Smelling (Constantly), Near Vision (Constantly), Far Vision (Constantly), Depth Perception (Constantly), Vision: Color (Constantly).

Working Conditions / Environment

Employee is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions: well lighted, climate controlled areas (Frequently); outdoor weather conditions (Frequently); wet or humid conditions (frequently); extreme cold (frequently); extreme heat (frequently); dust, fumes, gases (frequently); moving mechanical parts (frequently); potential electric shock (frequently); prolonged exposure to vibration (frequently); high pitched/loud noises (frequently); unprotected heights (frequently); frequent repetitive motion (constant); CRT (computer monitor) (constant); travel expected within an assigned area, and as required to other locations; driving based on assigned tasks; employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's license.

Equal Opportunity Employer & Accommodation

ONEOK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, national origin, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law.

The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of ONEOK. ONEOK is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation email [e-mail] or call 1-855-663-6547.

Salary Range

Expected Salary Range: $87,000.00 - $131,000.00