Measurement Specialist/ Sr. Measurement Specialist

Texas Gas Transmission; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP is seeking a Measurement Specialist in Lafayette, LA or Arnaudville, LA. The role covers calibration, sampling, testing, operation, and maintenance of measurement facilities, with emphasis on safety, regulatory compliance, and reliability.

The ideal candidate will have 2–5 years in pipeline measurement, good mechanical/electronic aptitude, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in varying conditions. Must live within 30 miles of the facility.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of pipeline and measurement operations and maintenance experience or equivalent petrochemical / oil industry experience.
• Strong mechanical and electronic aptitude.
• Strong safety culture.
• Strong computer and data process skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Valve O&M experience.
• Organization and record keeping ability.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate, gas sampling, testing, operation and maintenance of Gulf South measurement facilities near Lafayette, LA.
• Respond to callouts for emergencies or abnormal operating conditions.
• Support environmental, health and safety and reliability for natural gas transmission.
• Perform regulatory compliance procedures and repair procedures.
• Report abnormal conditions and participate in emergency response procedures.

Skills

Pipeline operations

Measurement operations

Safety culture

Data processing

Verbal communication

Problem solving

Valve O&M

Record keeping

Physical stamina

Driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma

College / Technical Degree

Job description

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Must live within 30 miles of facility.

Boardwalk is a limited partnership operating in the midstream portion of the natural gas and natural gas liquids industry, providing transportation and storage services for our customers. Our 14,000 miles of pipeline and storage assets provide diverse market connectivity to producers and end-users who need reliable sources of natural gas for power generation, home heating or petrochemical feedstocks. We have the experience, knowledge, and flexibility to design service offerings and create system enhancements tailored to our customers’ needs throughout the 13 states in which we operate. As an organization focused on sustainability, we are committed to protecting the environment while delivering this energy source. This commitment is made to our customers, employees, and the communities in which we operate. We incorporate environmental stewardship, safety, and compliance into our day-to-day operations and seek to strengthen and support the communities we serve. Additional information about the company can be found online at www.bwpipelines.com.

We are currently looking for a Measurement Specialist / SR. Measurement Specialist in Lafayette, LA or Arnaudville, LA.

Position Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the calibration, gas sampling, testing, operation, and maintenance, etc. of Gulf South measurement facilities located near Lafayette, Louisiana and surrounding areas. The measurement facilities include, but are not limited to, positive meters, turbine meters, rotary meters, ultrasonic, and orifice meters, flow computers, samplers, communication devices, regulators, relief valves, valves and valve actuators, transmitters, gas quality monitoring, and automated tank gauging equipment. This position will also be responsible for environmental, health and safety and reliability for natural gas transmission through the pipeline system, along with recognition and reporting of abnormal and safety related operating conditions, accident, and near miss reporting, performing emergency response procedures, performing regulatory compliance procedures, and performing repair procedures. This position will be required to respond to callouts for emergencies or abnormal operating conditions. The successful candidate will be required to live within 30 miles of the Lafayette Office in order to respond to callouts expediently.

Required Skills, Knowledge, And Experience

• 2 to 5 years of pipeline and measurement operations and maintenance experience or equivalent petrochemical / oil industry experience
• Strong mechanical and electronic aptitude
• Strong safety culture
• Strong computer and data process skills
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision
• Excellent verbal and communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Valve O&M experience
• Organization and record keeping ability
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. for a minimum of 50 feet, the ability to work in extreme weather conditions, and the ability to stand for long durations
• Valid driver’s license, a safe driving record, and the ability to pass auditory and optic exams

Preferred Skills, Knowledge, And Experience

• 4 (plus) years of gas measurement or I&E operations and maintenance experience
• Natural gas measurement experience
• Working knowledge of DOT 192 is preferred
• Chromatograph O&M proficiency
• Control valve and OPP O&M experience
• Associate degree or Certificate of Completion in Electrical or Electronics Technology from an Institution Accredited by one of the National Regional Accrediting Bodies

Required Education

• High School Diploma

Preferred Education

• College / Technical Degree

Additional Information

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP, maintains a drug-free workplace and will require pre-employment drug & substance abuse testing before hiring.

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP, is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.