LDAR Field Technician

Onterris; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Onterris in New Orleans is seeking an LDAR Field Technician to perform inspections at oil and gas facilities, identify and quantify hydrocarbon leaks and vents, and help ensure safety and environmental compliance. You will travel to facilities, calibrate and maintain equipment, use detection technologies, collect emission data, and prepare field reports under supervision.

The role requires 12-hour shifts days, a valid driver's license, and experience in oil and gas; a technical degree is

Qualifications

• Experience in Oil and Gas industry is preferred, especially natural gas processing/transmission facilities.
• Proficiency with Excel and Microsoft Office; ability to use Android devices.
• Willingness to work 12-hour day shifts and hold a valid driver’s license.
• Degree or technical diploma in engineering technology or related field preferred, not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in navigating to facilities using maps and GPS.
• Calibrate and maintain LDAR equipment.
• Use detection and measurement technologies under supervision to identify leaks.
• Collect and record emission data.
• Prepare field reports as required.

Skills

Oil and Gas experience

Excel / MS Office

Android OS

Valid driver’s license

12-hour shifts

Education

Associate or Bachelor's in engineering tech or related

Tools

Android OS

Job description

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose,responsibilityand real-world impact.

“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected,interwovenand international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams,consultantsand professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.

When you join us,you’renot just forging acareer,you’rejoining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smartersolutionsand lasting impact.

Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life

As an LDAR Field Technician, you’ll be responsible for performing inspections on various types of facilities in the Oil and Gas Industry to identify and quantify hydrocarbon gas leaks and vents.

The compensation range for this role is $24 - $26/hr. commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.

To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:

• Assisting in coordinating and navigating to various facilities with maps and GPS
• Helping to calibrate and maintain equipment
• Using various detection and measurement technologies under the supervision of the Team Lead
• Collecting and recording emission data
• Preparing field reports as required

Your Expertise and Skills

These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.

Experience in Oil and Gas industry (preference given to candidates with natural gas processing/transmission facility experience)

Effective computer skills (Excel and Microsoft Office are essential) and proficiency with Android OS

Ability to work 12-hour shifts (days only)

Valid driver's license

Preference will be given to candidates with an associate or bachelor's degree in engineering technology or applicable technical degree/diploma; related work experience in hydrocarbon detection and measurement, LDAR, instrumentation or stack emission testing or a mechanical background are also preferred, but not required

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Ability to walk and/or stand while handling/carrying various technical equipment for extended periods of time

Comfortable occasionally working at heights in a safe manner

Ability to lift 50lbs unassisted

Comfortable working outside in all-weather elements

Ability to climb ladders and stairs

Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check

Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com .

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants.

Location New Orleans, Louisiana, United States