Process Controls Technician #3921

Tallgrass; Bainbridge (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tallgrass in Indiana seeks an Electrical and Controls Technician to implement and maintain electrical power circuits, control and automation systems across pipeline facilities, compressor stations, and measurement sites.

The role emphasizes design, installation, inspection, preventive maintenance, calibration, and safe operation of MCCs, PLCs, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment, and field instrumentation. Strong safety mindset and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in a technical/engineering field preferred.
• Understand and operate field testing equipment.
• Working knowledge of electrical circuits, drawings and diagrams (P&ID).
• Familiar with NEC, NFPA, OSHA basics and safety practices.
• Ability to estimate installation and maintenance expenses.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, maintain, troubleshoot and repair electrical and control systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance on pumps, compressors, valves and instrumentation.
• Maintain motor control centers (MCC) and related equipment.
• Adhere to safety, regulatory, and tariff requirements; document work performed.
• Collaborate with third parties and internal stakeholders; communicate clearly.
• Maintain attendance and adapt to non-traditional hours as needed.

Skills

Electrical systems

PLC control

Field instrumentation

Safety procedures

Reading schematics

MS Office

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Associates degree in technical/engineering

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

P&ID diagrams

Electrical schematics

Job description

To implement and maintain electrical power circuits and equipment, control and automation systems, electronic and pneumatic equipment used in pipeline, compressor stations, and measurement facilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for all activities related to electrical and control integrity including design, equipment, installation, inspection, maintenance, operation, troubleshooting, repair, calibration and adjust various pneumatic, hydraulic, electric, electronic, and Programmable Logic (PLC) control systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance checks on pumps, compressors, control valves, field instrumentation and ancillary equipment.
• Perform I&E and process controls duties and responsibilities such as installation and calibrations.
• Perform Inspection and Maintenance (I & M) tasks.
• Maintain motor control centers (MCC) and associated equipment.
• Responsible for the general upkeep, maintenance, and housekeeping duties of all facilities and equipment as needed.
• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, regulatory, and tariff requirements.
• Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns.
• Complete appropriate documentation and paperwork.
• Oversee the construction, maintenance and/or work activities performed by third parties.
• Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence.
• Collaborate with various third party and internal stakeholders
• Must communicate clearly using high level verbal and listening skills.
• Maintain a regular and dependable attendance record.
• Consistently deliver high performance results to meet high expectations
• Will work non-traditional hours as needed.
• Will maintain Operator Qualification on all assigned covered tasks as determined by Management.
• Maintain a high regard for the safety of personnel, company assets, employees, and the general public.
• Other daily, weekly, monthly, or special project duties as identified and defined.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Associates degree from an accredited institution in a technical/engineering field.(preferred)

Experience / Specific Knowledge

• Understand and operate field testing equipment.
• Excellent record of safe work practices.
• Working knowledge and experience using drawings of electrical circuits.
• Working knowledge and experience reading and interpreting electrical and mechanical diagrams such as (P&ID) and electrical schematics.
• Working knowledge and experience applying and interpreting results from common electrical measurement instruments (voltmeter, am meter, ohmmeter, communicators, etc.)
• Working knowledge of National Electric Codes (NEC), NFPA and OSHA.
• Ability to estimate installation, operating and maintenance expenses associated with electrical and control systems.
• Intermediate proficiency level in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Office 365, and Teams.

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations

• May be required to achieve and maintain certifications as required to perform job duties.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).

Competencies, Skills & Abilities

• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals).
• Good verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to complete work assignments with minimal supervision in an acceptable time frame.
• Strong customer focus and attention to detail.
• Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job.
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
• Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines.
• Ability to organize and prioritize daily work, be a self-starter, and execute daily work plans.
• Job level commensurate with experience and skill sets; position will be filled depending on qualifications, experience and skill sets of the successful candidate.

Physical Demands

• Capable of lifting heavy objects, including up to 66 pounds from floor to waist and carrying that object up to 10 feet.
• Capable of carrying heavy objects weighing 45 over distances up to 300 feet and objects weighing 59 pounds over distances of 15 feet.
• Able to push and pull objects (pallet jack, carts) using up to 100 pounds of force. over distances of approximately 120 feet
• Ability to generate up to 60 pounds of vertical force.
• Required to perform manual material handling activities, including overhead lifting, waist-level lifting, and floor-to-waist lifts, with weights ranging from 13 pounds to 66 pounds.
• Must be able to engage in whole-body motions such as sitting, standing, walking, climbing ladders and stairs, and crawling.
• Adept at reaching overhead, at shoulder, waist, knee, and floor levels, including shoulder circumduction and lateral flexion.
• Capable of upper extremity movements such as grasping, pinching, pushing, pulling, and fine motor tasks.
• Able to bend, twist, pivot, and perform stooping, crouching, kneeling, and climbing motions frequently.
• Must be able to tolerate environmental conditions such as exposure to noise, vibration, extreme temperatures (hot and cold), and wet conditions, both weather and non-weather related.

Working Conditions

• Varying working conditions from office settings to working outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
• Working with and around industrial hazards.
• Occasional overtime may be required.
• Living environs will be relevant to the work location to address call outs and emergency response.
• Required to respond to after hour “call outs” due to equipment and/or operational problems as needed.
• Will be required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours, while on-call.
• The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen, fit for duty examination and a complete background check, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed

Supervisory Responsibility

• None

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

• Prior work experience in the natural gas and/or crude oil industry, working with instrumentation, electronics, and control systems.
• ISA certified control systems technician.
• Understanding of process controls and processing fundamentals.
• Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids, and high-pressure systems.
• Knowledge and experience with high pressure gas and liquids, processing equipment, motors, pumps, reciprocating and centrifugal gas turbines, reciprocating engines and compressors.
• Knowledge of company policies and practices, and regulatory and tariff requirements.

Other Responsibilities

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.

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 other status protected by law.