Midstream Operations Technician: Gas Systems & Field Maintenance

EQT Corporation; New Martinsville, Sardis (WV, OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

EQT Corporation in West Virginia is hiring a Midstream Operations Technician I/II/III/IV. The role supports safe, reliable midstream gathering system operations, including compression, pipelines, storage, and related equipment at our facilities.

The position requires 1+ year in natural gas operations, basic computer skills, and a proactive, team-driven mindset. DOT/FMCSA regulatory compliance and field mobility are expected as part of daily duties.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED.
• At least 1 year of related work experience in the natural gas industry; pipeline, storage, and facility operations.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Products.
• Must be detail oriented with strong organizational skills and research skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to identify work priorities and function with very little supervision at times.
• Must be a team player, self-motivated with high level of energy and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe operating environment including the utilization of Stop Work Authority; follows all EQT policies and procedures.
• Performs various duties associated with maintaining and operating midstream gathering system including compression, pipelines, storage, dehydration, measurement, and all associated appurtenances and equipment.
• Operates, troubleshoots and performs preventative maintenance and minor repairs of pipelines and appurtenances, natural gas engines, electric motors, dehydration equipment, auxiliary equipment and gas compressors.
• Performs pipeline maintenance tasks such as leak surveys, leak repair, methanol/odorant injection, valve maintenance, pigging, responding to One‑Calls for line‑locating, and troubleshooting pipeline restrictions and obstructions, such as hydrates.
• Performs basic operational tasks such as line locating, emptying tanks, refilling fluids and inspecting tanks and facilities, and checking tank and equipment fluid levels.
• Work with EQT’s construction department on coordination of shut‑downs, commissioning of pipelines and facilities, and participate in Pre‑Safety Startup Review (PSSR) and Simultaneous Operations (SIMOPS) procedures for transferring ownership of new facilities and assets.
• Successfully completes assignments as directed and within established timeframes. Accurately documents information as defined and utilize a computerized database for work orders, field data collection, and compliance reporting.

Skills

Natural gas industry experience

Detail oriented

Strong organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Team player

Self-motivated

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

EQT Corporation in West Virginia is hiring a Midstream Operations Technician I/II/III/IV. The role supports safe, reliable midstream gathering system operations, including compression, pipelines, storage, and related equipment at our facilities.

The position requires 1+ year in natural gas operations, basic computer skills, and a proactive, team-driven mindset. DOT/FMCSA regulatory compliance and field mobility are expected as part of daily duties.