Measurement Technician - Liquids

Energy Transfer; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Transfer is seeking a Measurement Technician - Liquids at our Midland, TX facility. The role focuses on operating compressors, pumps, valves and related gas processing equipment to ensure efficient, compliant plant operations.

Responsibilities include monitoring process variables, responding to alarms, and maintaining measurement and quality control equipment. Travel is possible; safety programs and regulatory adherence are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of EPA, DOT, RRC, OSHA, NEC, API and GPA requirements and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate, inspect, and maintain plant equipment and systems.
• Monitor/adjust pressures, temperatures, flow rates and levels.
• Respond to alarms and problems with corrective actions.
• Maintain SCADA and field instrumentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

Excellent communication

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Job description

Job Description - Measurement Technician - Liquids (2610003092)

Job Description

Measurement Technician - Liquids - ( 2610003092 )

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 over 12,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!

Summary

This position is responsible for the operation of compressors, motors, cooling equipment, pumps, valves, pipelines and other related gas processing equipment. This position ensures the cost effective and efficient operation of gas processing and treating units and associated equipment within gas and liquid facilities and pipelines.

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:

• Operate, inspect, and maintain equipment and systems at plant facilities which includes, but is not limited to: cryogenic plants, hydrocarbon fractionation units, process controls and measurement, LNG facilities, engines and compressors, pumps, pump stations, pressure relief systems, instrument air systems, dehydrators, fuel systems, treating, emergency shutdown systems, reciprocating compressors, gas fired heaters, process pumps, amine treating systems, inlet gas receivers and NGL storage and transfer facilities in a reliable and efficient manner while in compliance with the Partnership’s procedures and regulatory requirements
• Seek to optimize processing through facility by maintaining proper product specifications
• Respond to alarms and problems within the plant and takes corrective measures
• Monitor and control pressures, temperatures, flow rates, and levels to efficiently achieve desired operating results and ensure proper operation of equipment under current process conditions such as Start/Stop/Rate adjustment of equipment
• Demonstrated understanding in the maintenance and compliance of plant operations in alignment with partnership and environmental standards (PSM-SPCC-TNRCC) including the creation and maintenance of required reporting and readings
• Maintain and adhere to required trainings, policies, and procedures
• Where applicable, the selected candidate will be required to pass all PSM-required operator certifications
• Actively participate in safety programs and initiatives
• Communicate with partnership control centers, business groups, and other operating groups as necessary
• Oversee the construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties
• May perform lab tests for quality assurance, diagnose mechanical problems, complete minor repairs as needed, assist other technical staff and any other tasks as assigned or required
• May monitor field compressor status through the use of SCADA
• Comply with partnership safety policies and procedures
• Perform energy isolation lockout/tagout procedures (LOTO)

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:

• Maintain and operate facilities in compliance with applicable specifications, codes, safety standards and operating procedures.
• Perform density verifications using a Pycnometer and/or Hydrometer.
• Perform periodic accuracy tests including the calibration, inspection and maintenance of all equipment related to quality and quantity determination.
• Witness meter performance verifications as performed by third party contractors, as needed.
• Maintain and operate custody transfer measurement facilities including tank gauging in compliance with applicable specifications, codes, safety standards and operating procedures.
• Maintain, operate, troubleshoot and repair measurement equipment, including; meters, samplers, flow computers and other peripheral measurement-related devices.
• Install instrumentation and equipment in new and renovated measurement and/or regulation facilities.
• Understand system gain/loss processes, ticket writing, etc.
• Collect product quality samples for Crude or NGL liquids, in compliance with partnership safety and industry guidelines.
• Actively participate in partnership safety program and initiatives.

Required Education

• High school diploma or GED.

Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level

• Level C requires a minimum of 0 - 2 years of relevant experience in a midstream operations role or equivalent work experience.
• Level B requires a minimum of 2 -4 years of relevant experience in a midstream operations role or equivalent work experience.
• Level A requires a minimum of 4+ years of relevant experience in a midstream operations role or equivalent work experience.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

• PC skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel.
• Some college or technical trade school is preferred.

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.

Primary Location

United States-TX-MIDLAND

Work Locations

Midland TX CR 1110 (100000422) 6501 S CR 1110 Midland 79706

Job

Measurement & Communication

Schedule

Regular

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

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If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact the EEO Coordinator at 713-989-2247. This number is for reasonable accommodation requests only.