Tallgrass

Technician-Air Compliance (#3268)

Hamilton, OH

Full-time

About This Job

Primary Purpose

To maintain air quality and emissions compliance per regulations and manage the LDAR field monitoring programs for all applicable Tallgrass facilities. Work will include field monitoring work, if necessary, managing vendor that conducts field monitoring, and program management (recordkeeping, reporting, and plan maintenance), technical support and recommendations, and other duties as required.

Conduct FLIR camera leak monitoring as required by permit and regulations at Tallgrass Energy facilities. Conduct additional instrumentation monitoring as required (e.g., high flow sampler).

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

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Conduct field monitoring for VOC and GHG leaks using TVA and FLIR cameras.

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Manage LDAR field monitoring contractor, as needed, at facilities to ensure regulatory compliance of monitoring, repair, recordkeeping, and reporting. This includes routine reviews for cost control and regulatory compliance.

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Use, manage, and provide continuous improvement for LDAR database application, working with database vendor, users, and IT.

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Compile and submit reports of FLIR and LDAR monitoring events to air compliance engineers and operations.

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Follow up with operations to ensure that leaks are repaired timely manner and ensure proper recordkeeping.

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Prepare and maintain detailed emission monitoring reports and other regulatory-required data that is utilized to demonstrate the Company is operating in compliance with state and federal emissions limitations.

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Read, understand, and interpret air quality permit requirements associated with each facility in an assigned area.

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Properly operate and maintain portable emission analyzer and other sampling/testing equipment.

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Collaborate with operations, compliance specialists, and vendors to conduct routine training, update LDAR and FLIR monitoring program plans, and improve overall LDAR and FLIR monitoring programs.

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Establish and maintain effective working relationships with air compliance, operations, vendors, and other affected groups.

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Foster communication with the workforce to strengthen the importance of EHS objectives, policies, and procedures.

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Knowledge of company safety policies and procedures, and applicable LDAR and GHG monitoring regulations, standards, and guidelines.

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Collaborate with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy, and professionalism.

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Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal skills, and listen carefully.

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Perform internal facility assessments on a routine basis to ensure equipment compliance with air permitting.

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Maintain a regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance.

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Will work non-traditional hours as needed.

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Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.

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Other daily, weekly, monthly, or special project duties as identified and defined.

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Other duties as assigned.

Education

Minimum Requirements:

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Associate’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical field or a related discipline.

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A minimum of two (2) years of field work experience in environmental or field work within the oil and gas industry may be considered as a substitute for a degree.

Experience/Specific Knowledge

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A minimum of two (2) years of field experience and some experience with LDAR or FLIR / OGI camera monitoring and use of other instrumentation (e.g., high flow sampler).

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Working knowledge of LDAR and FLIR monitoring regulations specific to the oil and gas industry.

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Intermediate proficiency level in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to, Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

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Working knowledge and experience with electronic equipment, high-pressure gas, processing equipment, reciprocating two and four-cycle integral/separable or gas turbine engines, electric motors along with reciprocating and centrifugal compressors and liquid pumps.

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Working knowledge of reciprocating & centrifugal engines and compressor performance and maintenance analysis.

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Strong customer focus in dealing with engineering, field operations, and other internal and external groups.

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Must be comfortable working with remote pipeline systems and personnel.

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Strong mechanical aptitude.

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations

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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

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Strong technical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

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Able to use instrumentation (FLIR camera and other) in the field, and troubleshoot equipment problems.

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Excellent project management and multi-tasking skills required.

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Attention to detail and high-quality organizational skills.

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Must have ability to successfully perform the required and expected duties with minimal supervision.

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Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job.

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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.

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Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines.

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Ability to organize and prioritize daily work.

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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

All of the physical requirements listed below are those that may be necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Sitting; standing; walking or moving throughout facility; driving; talking; seeing (specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus); hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

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Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.

Working Conditions

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Varying working conditions from office settings to working outdoors in inclement weather conditions

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Working with and around industrial hazards.

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Frequent travel, sometimes overnight, is required.

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Occasional overtime may be required.

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Required to carry a cell phone, and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.

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The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.

Supervisory Responsibility

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None

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

Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position:

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Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.

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Direct experience with LDAR and some experience with FLIR / OGI camera monitoring and use of other instrumentation (e.g. high flow sampler).

Other Responsibilities

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

About Us

Tallgrass was named one of the 2023 Top Workplaces USA and highlighted in Colorado's Top Workplaces for the past seven consecutive years. Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life.

At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support employees' physical, mental, and financial well-being through a comprehensive Total Rewards Program.

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Industry competitive pay.

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Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts.

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Infertility Coverage.

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Parental Leave.

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401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately, plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%.

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Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources.

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Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.

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Critical Illness & Accident Insurance.

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Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer, and bereavement paid time off.

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Identity theft protection.

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Annual discretionary bonus.

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Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program.

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Company-paid holidays and floating holidays.

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Company vehicle (if applicable).

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Employee discounts; vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more.

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Networking and employee engagement events.

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Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests.

Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position; however, all Tallgrass positions accept applications for at least five business days from the posting date. This position is open and still accepting applications.

Compensation: Compensation ranges are provided in good faith based on what we anticipate when researching wages for this position at the state and national levels. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Notice to External Search Firms: Tallgrass does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Tallgrass property; therefore, Tallgrass will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Approved vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific positions at Tallgrass's request only. A fully executed agreement with Tallgrass must be in place and current in these cases.

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.