LDAR Technician

Targa Resources; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Targa Resources Corp. in Artesia or Carlsbad, NM is seeking an ESH Technician - LDAR to conduct optical gas imaging surveys and maintain compliance records. You will perform LDAR reviews, support data management, and assist with leak detection activities, reporting, and inspections.

Ideal candidates have 1 year of relevant field experience, strong teamwork and MS Office skills, and the ability to travel 10–20% while working in a plant environment. This role reports to the ES&H Supervisor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Interpersonal communication skills are required to interface with teams, personnel, and vendors; able to work in a self-directed team.
• 1 year of field operations, mechanical, LDAR, or engine testing experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Must be able to climb stairs, ladders, and operate a man-lift.
• Able to lift, push, and pull 75 pounds.
• Willingness to travel 10–20% and work in varying climate and plant environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform camera inspections at designated Targa facilities.
• Work with maintenance and operations staff on scheduling and inspections.
• Perform first repairs on leaking components.
• Record compliance data and schedule surveys using the data management program.
• Review Leak Detection and Repair data and reports.
• Maintain required documentation and files.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of reports.
• Assist Operations and Maintenance with LDAR activities as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Self-directed work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Maximo

OGI equipment

Job description

Targa Resources Corp. has an immediate opportunity for an ESH Technician - LDAR with the Compliance Service Team.This position will be responsible for optical gas imaging (OGI) camera surveys and record keeping.This position will conduct camera surveys at Targa facilities in accordance with applicable environmental regulations, maintain associated compliance records, and perform follow up inspections.In addition, this position will conduct LDAR reviews as requested, review records and compliance documents, and be knowledgeable in gathering and boosting and gas processing process.This position is located in Artesia or Carlsbad, NM and will report to the ES&H Supervisor.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform camera inspections at designated Targa facilities.

Work closely with maintenance and operations staff on scheduling and inspections of facilities.

Perform first attempts at repair on certain leaking components.

Work with Targa’s data m anagement program to record compliance data and schedule surveys and leaks.

Review of Leak Detection and Repair data and reports.

Maintain required documentation and files.

Review reports for accuracy and completeness.

Completes work in a timely manner.

Assist Operations and Maintenance with Leak Detection activities as needed.

Other duties as assigned within the Compliance Team (such as engine testing).

MINIMUM ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent

Interpersonal communication skills are required in order to interface with all affected teams, personnel, and vendors; able to work in a self-directed work team.

1 years of field operations, mechanical, Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR), or engine testing experience.

Must be proficient in the use of all Microsoft Office software modules, including Word, Excel, Outlook and others.

Must work with a minimum of supervision and be able to manage their time when given multiple tasks.

Must be able to climb stairs, ladders, and operate a man-lift.

Ability to lift, push, and pull 75 pounds

Ability to work in changing climate conditions and a plant environment

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)

The employee frequently is required to stand; walk, use hands and fingers, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Willingness and ability to travel 10-20% of the time.

Regular and reliable attendance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience in natural gas gathering and processing.

Experience with Leak Detection and Repair programs.

Experience with Optical Gas Imaging (OGI) and OGI Certification.

Experience working in Maximo.

Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.

Experience reviewing air permits.

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.

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