Mechanic

Tallgrass; Loomis (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance package

Infertility Coverage

Parental Leave

401(k) with match

Wellness programs

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Vacation and sick days

Tuition reimbursement

Company vehicle (if applicable)

Job summary

Tallgrass Energy Partners is seeking a maintenance-focused technician to operate compressors, engines, pumps and related equipment at GAS processing facilities in Nebraska. The role requires adherence to safety standards and regular shift work, including weekends if needed.

You will monitor process variables, participate in planning maintenance, and communicate with control centers and field teams to ensure reliable operations.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent; 2 years direct work experience may substitute for degree.
• Knowledge of compressor or pump station operations and gas/liquid processing basics.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Operate compressors, engines, turbines, pumps and related equipment.
• Monitor pressure, temperature and flow to meet operating targets.
• Start/stop engines, pumps and other equipment to maintain parameters.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on equipment and controls.
• Ensure cost-efficient performance of gas and liquid processing units.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic math

Strong communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree in related field

Job description

Job Description

Responsible for the installation, operation and maintenance of all natural gas liquid processing plants or facilities with significant complexity above typical maintenance operations as determined by the department. Primary responsibilities also include the installation, operation and maintenance of all gas/liquid pipeline, terminal, pump and compression related facilities.

Responsibilities

• Operate compressors, engines, auxiliary units, turbines, motors, cooling equipment, pumps, seals, valves and related equipment.
• Monitor and control process variables such as pressure, temperature and flow rates to efficiently achieve desired operating results.
• Start, stop and operate engines/pumps and other equipment to maintain designated operating parameters.
• Assist in planning and performance of maintenance and repairs on compressors, engines, turbines, auxiliary equipment, pumps, process controls and related equipment.
• Ensure cost‑effective and efficient performance of all gas and liquid processing units and associated equipment.
• Monitor product quality to ensure it meets specifications and take appropriate actions when out of specification product is identified.
• Monitor or directly transfer product to above or below ground storage and through the pipeline system.
• Communicate with company control centers, business groups and other operating groups as necessary.
• Communicate with shippers concerning product movement.
• Maintain the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment as needed.
• Oversee construction, maintenance and/or security activities performed by third parties.
• Identify, report and correct safety and environmental concerns.
• Represent the Company during contacts with landowners, tenants and public officials/emergency officials.
• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory and tariff requirements.
• Be available to work a rotating shift.
• Complete appropriate documentation and paperwork.
• Actively participate in safety and security program and initiatives.
• Participate in development of O&M Procedures, Site Specific Procedures, project scopes and work plans.
• Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence.
• Deal with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy and professionalism.
• Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal skills and listen carefully.
• Maintain a regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance.
• Will work non‑traditional hours as needed, assisting operations and weekend callout rotations.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
• Other daily, weekly, monthly or special project duties as identified and defined.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent. A minimum of two (2) years of direct work experience may be considered as a substitute for a degree/certification.
• Experience / Specific Knowledge: Knowledge of compressor or pump station, gathering field and processing plant operations; gas and liquid processing theories and fundamentals; operating costs associated with the equipment in area of responsibility.
• Certifications, Licenses & Registrations: May be required to achieve and maintain certifications as required. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.
• Competencies, Skills & Abilities: Strong mechanical aptitude; basic math skills; good verbal and written communications skills; strong customer focus and attention to detail; ability to perform essential and marginal functions of the job; ability to work with a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, focus on details, and follow work rules; ability to perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines; ability to organize and prioritize daily work.

Physical Demands

• Capable of lifting and transporting objects weighing up to 67.5 pounds, including floor to waist lifts and carrying loads of up to 62 pounds over distances of approximately 300 feet.
• Proficient in applying forceful exertions, including pushing with up to 60 pounds of force, pulling with up to 40 pounds of force over short distances and sustaining force applications such as 20 pounds of force over extended distances.
• Capable of applying 89 foot pounds of rotational force.
• Perform manual material handling tasks involving lifts, carries, and forceful exertions, often in awkward or elevated positions.
• Able to perform whole‑body motions including standing, walking, climbing ladders and stairs, and navigating uneven surfaces or confined spaces.
• Capable of reaching overhead, at shoulder, waist, knee, and floor levels; perform shoulder circumduction, bending, twisting, and pivoting as needed.
• Skilled in upper‑extremity motions such as grasping, pinching, fine‑motor movements, and applying rotational forces to tools and parts.
• Stoop, crouch, kneel, crawl and bend the lumbar and cervical spine repeatedly during maintenance and repair tasks.
• Work safely in environmental conditions with exposure to heat, moisture, ambient temperatures, whole‑body vibration, and loud noise.

Working Conditions

• Respond to and address callouts and emergencies after regular business hours.
• Varying working conditions from office settings to outdoors in inclement weather.
• Work with and around industrial hazards.
• Frequent travel, sometimes overnight, may be required.
• Occasional overtime may be required.
• Living environs will be relevant to the work location to address callouts and emergency response.
• May be required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non‑working hours.
• Must successfully pass a drug screening, background check, and fit‑for‑duty examination, including credit reports for specific positions after receiving a job offer and before commencing employment.

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Preferred Education, Experience, Certifications, Competencies, Skills, & Abilities

• Associate’s Degree in a related field.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, P&IDs and other diagrams.
• Detailed knowledge of Company policies, procedures and practices as well as regulatory and tariff requirements.
• Detailed knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids and high/low pressure systems.
• Previous welding experience.
• Current Commercial Driver’s License.

Benefits

• Industry competitive pay
• Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Infertility Coverage
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%
• Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources
• Employer‑paid life insurance, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability coverage
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off
• Identity theft protection
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Company‑paid holidays and floating holidays
• Company vehicle (if applicable)
• Employee discounts; vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more
• Networking and employee engagement events
• Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests

EEO Statement

Tallgrass complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Tallgrass does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law.