Supervisor, Measurement (GC)

Patriot Advertising, Inc.; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Patriot Advertising, Inc. is seeking a Measurement Supervisor to lead Gas Chromatograph Technicians in the Texas Region Operations. You will supervise staff, monitor field and plant GC systems remotely and on-site, ensure safety program compliance, and support equipment specification and measurement accuracy.

The role requires 5+ years in gas chromatography, DOT/API/AGA/GPA familiarity, and strong communication skills to coordinate with multiple teams and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution is required.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry is preferred.
• A minimum of 2+ years' experience as a Supervisor, Step-Up Supervisor or Lead Technician is preferred.
• A minimum of 5+ years' experience with gas chromatography is preferred.
• Background in measurement and pipeline operations is required.
• Familiarity with DOT regulations and API/AGA/GPA specifications is required.
• The ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, such as percentages, ratios and proportions is required.
• Basic computer skills in MS Word and Excel are required.
• Intermediate experience in Microsoft Office and maintenance management systems is preferred.
• Understanding of Natural Gas Measurement and ability to oversee operations and maintenance of mechanical/electronic equipment is required.
• The ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders is required.
• The ability to handle multiple tasks under potentially stressful and hazardous conditions is required.

Responsibilities

• Promote and ensure full compliance with Company safety programs
• Supervise and monitor area staff including scheduling and training
• Review records for area staff time worked, expense reports, and other work reports
• Evaluate performance of direct reports and provide annual feedback
• Monitor spending to stay within budgets and assist in annual budgets
• Remotely monitor all field and plant gas chromatographs in the area
• Provide technical support for Gas Chromatograph Technicians in field and remotely
• Review and approve specification of new gas chromatograph equipment by Measurement Engineering
• Work with Material Balance to maintain measurement accuracy and minimize imbalances
• Ensure full compliance with all Company Natural Gas Measurement standards and policies

Skills

Safety compliance

Staff supervision

Time management

Record review

Budget monitoring

Gas chromatography

DOT regulations knowledge

API/AGA/GPA specs

MS Word & Excel

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Driver's license

Associate's or Bachelor's in Chemistry preferred

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Maintenance management systems

Job description

The Measurement Supervisor will provide leadership and supervision for Gas Chromatograph Technicians and assets in Texas Region Operations. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Promote and ensure full compliance with Company safety programs
• Supervise and monitor area staff to include work scheduling and documented job training and ensure each employee is competent to perform assigned job duties.
• Review records for area staff of time worked, expense reports, vehicle reports, and other work reports.
• Evaluate the performance of each direct report and provide annual feedback to the employee and Regional Manager.
• Monitor spending to stay within approved budgets and assist in the preparation of annual budgets.
• Remotely monitor all field and plant gas chromatographs in the area
• Provide technical support for the Gas Chromatograph Technicians both remotely and directly in the field
• Review and approve specification of new gas chromatograph equipment by Measurement Engineering on new installations
• Work with Material Balance and others to maintain measurement accuracy and minimize system imbalances.
• Ensure full compliance with all Company Natural Gas Measurement standards, procedures, practices, and policies.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will meet the following qualifications:

• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution is required.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• An Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry is preferred.
• A minimum of 2+ years' experience as a Supervisor, Step-Up Supervisor or Lead Technician is preferred.
• A minimum of 5+ years' experience with gas chromatography is preferred.
• Background in measurement and pipeline operations is required.
• Familiarity with DOT regulations and API/AGA/GPA specifications is required.
• The ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, such as, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical solutions is required.
• Basic computer skills such as: opening, creating, and updating content in MS Word documents and Excel spreadsheets is required.
• Intermediate experience in Microsoft Office applications and maintenance management systems is preferred.
• An understanding of fundamentals of Natural Gas Measurement and the ability to perform oversight of operations and maintenance of various mechanical and electronic equipment is required.
• The ability to assume responsibility, be flexible, perform duties and handle multiple tasks under potentially stressful and/or hazardous conditions.
• The ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with other individuals, teams, customers, and stakeholders of the business, at various levels of the organization, in a professional manner is required.
• The ability to modify communication style to influence, persuade, negotiate, and engage all parties according to the audience and circumstance is required.
• The mindset to proactively address measurement or personnel issues and quickly and efficiently complete tasks.
• The ability to demonstrate conscientiousness, dependability and commitment to the role, team, and company.