Gas Processing Technician

Position Title: NATURAL GAS TECHNICIAN Location: FIELD - TRAVEL FLSA Class: NON-EXEMPT

Position Summary:This position is responsible for the day-to-day operations and maintenance of natural gas treating and processing equipment including refrigeration, compression, and dehydration. Equipment includes but is not limited to mobile refrigeration units, reciprocating natural gas compressors, dehydrators, fluid separation equipment, vales, gas measurement equipment, etc.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Act as lead regarding all field gas activities.

- Extensive experience working with MRU/Dehydration/Compression systems.

- Provide daily oversight including- Operating equipment per operating ranges, inspecting equipment periodically to detect malfunctions or need for repair, and performing minor maintenance on equipment.

- Must be willing to develop a working knowledge of fleet equipment.

- Ability to troubleshoot and work through problems efficiently.

- Read, monitor, and record various operating conditions such as pressure, temperature, hours of operations, fuel consumed, water levels, etc.

- De-pressure equipment.

- Responsible for calculating, designing, and ensuring proper flows, temperatures, and pressure levels.

- Moderate use of hand tools to work with and repair mechanical and electrical equipment.

- Mechanically inclined

- Understanding of simple electronics and electrical equipment is beneficial.

- Will be required to complete all training including Flash Arc Training and Basic Electrical Safety Training as provided.

- Must properly use ladders and safety harnesses.

- Must be able to determine appropriate level of personal protective equipment (PPE) needed for the specific assigned task.

- Must possess the ability to self-supervise on daily tasks and metrics.

- Ability to work with a team and standalone for multiple hours.

- Must present equipment, tools, and self in an orderly and tidy manner.

- Be available by phone while on scheduled rotation.

- Able to operate a company vehicle in a safe manner as well as maintain a clean driving record.

- Comply with all safety standards and procedures.

- Oversee safety and environmental requirements while operating equipment onsite along with assisting with incident response and investigations as needed.

- On time completion of all assigned training

- Promotes ethical behavior in all aspects of the business and lead by example.

- Computer literate with the ability to utilize online forms/automation.

- All other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Supervisor.

Other Requirements:

- Minimum 7+ years related experience, preferably in the oil and gas industry.

- High School diploma, skilled labor certificate or equivalent.

- Willingness to work in exposure to extreme temperatures, wind, precipitation, in addition to working at heights.

- Ability to stoop, sit, stand, or be on their feet for extended period of times.

- Able to lift 25 pounds up to 10 times per shift.

- Mechanical Aptitude.

- Valid Driver’s License.

- Good written and verbal communication skills.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

VoltaGrid is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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