Maintenance Technician

HOUSTON APARTMENT FOUNDATION; Plains (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Targa Resources is seeking a maintenance technician to diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain high- and low-speed compressors and related plant equipment. You will start up and shut down equipment, monitor utilities, and act quickly to protect personnel and assets in emergencies.

The role requires at least a high school diploma, 2+ years of related experience, a valid driver's license, and strong safety and PPE adherence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years related work experience.
• Valid driver's license with a clean record.
• Ability to interface with teams, personnel and vendors.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends and holidays.
• Must follow PPE guidelines and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform PMs, diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain compressors and plant equipment.
• Operate startup/shutdown of equipment and processes.
• Monitor utilities usage to prevent waste at current production rates.
• Recognize emergencies and execute procedures to protect people and equipment.
• Identify malfunctions and perform maintenance as needed.
• Write maintenance work orders using MAXIMO.
• Operate field amine & glycol treaters.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Strong work ethic

Microsoft Office

Overtime capable

Heavy lifting

Physical stamina

PPE compliance

Attendance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Driver's license

2+ years related experience

Safety training

Tools

Waukesha Pearce

Caterpillar 3600/3601

Ariel Compressors

Job description

JOB FUNCTIONS AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performing PMs, diagnose, trouble-shoot, repair, and maintain overall proper function of the following types of equipment:
• High speed reciprocating compressors
• Low speed compressors, air compressors, pumps, fans, blowers, and other plant equipment
• Perform routine startup and shutdown of individual equipment and processes
• Monitor usage of utilities, fuel, chemicals, lube oils, etc to prevent excessive consumption at current processing and production rates
• Monitor and recognize dangerous and or emergency conditions within the process and performs procedures necessary to remove the condition or shutdown the process / facility in order to protect personnel and equipment
• Recognize malfunctions in individual equipment and performs maintenance as necessary to correct problems
• Monitor levels of lubricants, fluids, chemicals, etc. and refills as necessary to prevent damage to equipment
• Write work orders using MAXIMO for routine and major maintenance
• Perform other work related duties as assigned
• Perform operations of field amine & glycol treaters

MINIMUM ESSENTIAL QUALIFACTIONS:

• Minimum High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years of related work experience.
• Minimum 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

PREFERRED QULAIFICATIONS:

• 5 years’ experience operating and maintaining mechanical equipment and processes listed under job duties.
• Experience with Waukesha Pearce, Caterpillar 3600/3601, or Ariel Compressors

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.