Measurement Technician

Energy Transfer; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Profit sharing

Paid time off

Job summary

Energy Transfer in Akron seeks a Measurements Technician to maintain liquid meters, samplers, flow computers and related instrumentation, calibrating devices for accurate billing and regulatory compliance.

You will coordinate with scheduling, perform tests, troubleshoot equipment, and ensure safe operation while maintaining a 40-hour week and occasional travel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in field preferred.
• EPA, DOT, OSHA, NEC, API knowledge beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate meters using provers on schedule or as directed.
• Coordinate with scheduling and control center to ensure meaningful proverings at flow rates.
• Set and maintain a 40-hour work week aligned with delivery schedules and overtime minimization.
• Enter calibration data into Flow Computers, PFIS, Synthesis, FlowCal or similar systems for accurate billing.
• Install, test, inspect, troubleshoot, maintain and repair measurement systems (meters, provers, sensors, and associated devices).
• Use SAP for maintenance assignments and document equipment status.

Skills

Communication

Office 365

PC skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description - Measurement Technician (2610003619)

We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits,401(k) match with additional profit sharing,PTO and abundant career opportunities.

Come join our award winning 12,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!

Summary

This position maintains liquid meters, pneumatic/hydraulic composite samplers, flow computers, valves and valve operators, piston type provers, sphere type provers, and performs calibrations and inspections of all instrumentation related to quality and quantity determination in a manner to meet operational needs in compliance with partnership and regulatory requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The essential job duties for this position are listed below:

• This position will be required to calibrate existing meters to determine meter factors using provers (fixed or portable), on an established proving schedule or as directed.
• Coordinates work with pipeline scheduling and control center departments to ensure that provings are made at meaningful flow rates.
• Establishes a daily work schedule with a starting and quitting time(s) that reflects the times at which the movements are being made through the meters and throughout various facilities to maintain a forty (40) hour work week consistent with delivery schedules, minimizing or eliminating idle time and overtime.
• As required, calculating meter correction factors from calibration data and inputs information into Flow Computers, PFIS, Synthesis, FlowCal or similar system, as required, for the generation of accurate billing of shippers.
• Installs, tests, inspects, troubleshoots, maintains and repairs pipeline measurement systems.This includes but is not limited to fixed and portable provers, meters, straightening vanes, strainers, samplers, and meter output devices such as preamps, flow computers and combinators. This work may be done by the Measurement Technician or with his/her assistance as required by the situation.
• Utilizes maintenance management software, (SAP) for the assignment and completion of maintenance and repair activities. Provides necessary information for filed measurement equipment for inclusion into SAP.
• Evaluates new meters for accuracy and to verify original manufacture's specifications before committing to service.Checks temperature and pressure indicating devices associated with measurement systems as needed and Monthly.
• Works under the direction of the Measurement Supervisor to evaluate the cause of over and shorts of the line segments as well as the assigned facilities and perform first of the month reviews.
• Witnesses’ calibration of proving facilities and meter systems of other connecting pipeline companies and arranges for outside company representatives to witness calibrations.Schedules and works with outside specialists for the water draw calibration of fixed prover loops and portable provers.
• Works with the pipeline Technical Supervisors and Measurement Manager to ensure that adequate spare parts, repair materials, meters and totalizers are maintained. Orders parts and repair materials as required.
• Maintains valid driver’s license for the state of residence.
• Must pass OQ certification tests required to perform basic job tasks, for example but not inclusive to: - Abnormal Operations, Valve operation, calibrate pressure transmitters, calibrate temperature transmitters, maintain flow meter for leak detection and meter proving for leak detection.
• Provides regular verbal and written reports regarding the status of work and assists in the planning of both individual jobs and broad-based maintenance programs.Reviews major and time-consuming repairs with appropriate supervision.
• Use and operates all pertinentPPE and safety equipment when performing duties in potentially hazardous areas.(Respirator, hard hat, approved safety shoes and safety glasses, etc.)Displays workmanship consistent with industry standards and company work practices.Works in accordance with all applicable codes and/or as indicated on engineering drawings and sketches.
• Make recommendations to engineering regarding changes in equipment based on field inspections or work experience.Uses various test equipment, measuring devices, hand and power tools, machinist tools and gauges.
• Interprets and works from drawings, plans and specifications relevant to the construction or alternation of measurement equipment or piping systems.Maintains current files of company, vendor drawings and specifications.Prepares as-built and sketches from which permanent engineering drawings can be prepared.
• The incumbent normally works alone but at times is required to coordinate their work activities with other technicians to make repairs to measurement equipment.May be required to inspect or oversee the work of others, either contract employees or Sun employees in the installation, calibration or maintenance of measurement equipment.
• As assigned, it assists technicians in other disciplines with routine maintenance, repair and installation.In absence of appropriate craftsman may be required to diagnose problems other than measurement in nature and perform minor repairs, informing appropriate supervision.
• Subject to twenty-four-hour short-notice emergency call out to restore operations of pipeline facilities system wide.Communicate with other technicians for assistance in effecting repairs when applicable.
• Must be able to work outdoors in extreme weather and perform heavy physical labor in a safe manner.Responsible for helping maintain safe and healthful working conditions by exercising sound judgement, and to comply with safety regulations and standards.
• The above-described job duties are merely a framework within which work will usually be assigned to job incumbents.This description does not and should not be construed to necessarily limit work assignments which may be made from time to time.
• Expected to maintain current knowledge base by attending inside and outside training courses such as vendor presentations and annual International School of Hydrocarbon Measurement (ISHM)
• Must meet Company requirements for progression through the technician step classification job family.

Required Skills

Required Education

• High school diploma or GED.

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of applicable EPA, DOT, RRC, OSHA, NEC, AGA, API and GPA requirements and procedures.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication skills to interface with our customer base.
• PC skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 - Outlook, Word and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Some college or technical trade school is preferred.
• A valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is preferred for this role.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Driving, walking, standing frequently.
• Exposure to adverse weather, cramped conditions and some heavy lifting Visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Primary Location

United States-OH-AKRON

Work Locations

Akron OH 1375 Home (100000475) 1375 Home Avenue Akron 44310

Job

Measurement & Communication

Schedule

Regular

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 15 % of the Time

Job Posting

Sep 21, 2026, 4:00:00 AM

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