What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Commissioning Technician position at GATE Energy?
Job Summary
The Electrical Commissioning Technician is a project position responsible for executing commissioning activities on facility electrical devices and systems. The technician works under direction from Sr. Technicians, Supervisors, and Discipline Leads to meet project deadlines and all project safety targets.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Carry out commissioning activities as directed by Discipline Leads
- Direct, mentor, and lead Technician personnel to undertake commissioning activities
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, one-lines, and general arrangement drawings
- Conduct electrical commissioning checks on low & medium voltage switchgear, MCC’s, VFD’s, motors, lighting
- Complete documentation (e.g. Inspection Test Records or System Commissioning Procedures) required to document completion of commissioning activities
- Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair and to ensure compliance. Where required, generate punch lists or non-conformance reports
- Generate Job Safety Analysis and other required documentation to adhere with project / client HSSE requirements
- Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment is hazardous
- Test and maintain electrical, wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus and fixtures using test equipment, hand tools, and power tools
- Adhere to standards and client requirements for Health, Safety, Security and Environmental (HSSE). Take reasonable care of one’s own health and safety and that of others in the workplace
- Maintain current licenses, certifications or identification cards to meet governmental regulations and project / client requirements
- Follow and maintain GATE and client standards for Quality in accordance with Quality System requirements
- Follow and maintain GATE and client standards for Quality in accordance with Quality System requirements
- Any other duties as assigned by supervisor
Experience & Education
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in oil and gas commissioning
- Technical qualification or technical institute background preferred
- Working knowledge of appropriate regulatory requirements and restrictions
- Knowledge of oil and gas facilities and associated control and safety systems
- Proven ability to effectively and efficiently work as part of a team under direction from field supervision
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate and work well with others
- Proven ability to promote client relationships
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to travel within the US, offshore and internationally
- Ability to climb stairs, ladders, ramps and accessing and utilize scaffolding
- Ability to carry tools bag (up to 50 lbs.), bend body downward and forward, kneel, climb & walk
- Work extended shift hours e.g. 12 hours / day or as dictated by project requirements
GATE Texas is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. GATE Texas is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation contact Laurie Pinto at lpinto@gate.energy.
