Measurement Technician- Liquids

Energy Transfer; Seminole (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Transfer is seeking a skilled technician to maintain liquid meters, pneumatic/hydraulic samplers, flow computers, valves and provers while ensuring calibration, inspection, and custody transfer accuracy in line with partnership and regulatory requirements. The role emphasizes safety and reliability, with responsibilities spanning calibration, testing, equipment repair, and site maintenance.

A high school diploma or GED is required, with 0–4+ years in midstream operations depending on

Qualifications

• Knowledge of EPA, DOT, OSHA, API and GPA requirements.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication with customers.
• PC skills including MS Word, Access, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate facilities in compliance with specs, codes, safety standards and procedures.
• Perform density verifications using a Pycnometer and/or Hydrometer.
• Calibrate and inspect equipment for quality and quantity determinations.
• Witness meter verifications by third-party contractors, as needed.
• Maintain custody transfer measurement facilities and tank gauging.
• Operate and repair measurement equipment including meters, samplers, flow computers and related devices.
• Install instrumentation in new or renovated facilities.
• Understand system gain/loss processes and ticket writing.
• Collect product quality samples for Crude or NGL liquids per safety guidelines.
• Participate in partnership safety programs.

Skills

EPA rules

DOT rules

OSHA standards

API standards

Communication

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Word

MS Access

MS Excel

Job description

Energy Transfer , recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers , is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America’s energy . We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where w e have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, The American Red Cross, Ronald McDonald House and many more.

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 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

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.