What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Technician- Tenaha position at Momentum Midstream Management LLC?
AUTOMATION TECHNICIAN
LOCATION: 2020 Bill Owens Parkway Suite 100 Longview, Tx 75604
This position requires the individual to live within one hour of the reporting location.
Performs work related to the operation and maintenance of instruments, control systems, and electrical equipment at plant and field facilities, including processing plants, compressors, compressor stations, and dehydration equipment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conducts routine operational and calibration checks on instruments, safety and control equipment, measurement equipment, gas and liquid analyzers, and communications systems.
- Tests, calibrates, and repairs safety, control, shutdown, and analytical devices on a regularly scheduled basis. Develops and maintains such schedules.
- Maintains instrument and control equipment data log sheets and computer-based preventive maintenance systems.
- Performs routine and emergency calibrations and adjustments to correct abnormal operation of instruments and controllers and reports such conditions and corrective actions to operators and supervisors.
- Maintains spare parts inventories for critical safety equipment and other necessary spare parts to ensure reliable plant operation.
- Keeps instruments and control equipment in a clean and serviceable condition.
- Assists in the installation, calibration, start-up, commissioning, and programming of instruments and control equipment.
- Maintains computer equipment and software for plant and office operations as needed.
- Maintains test equipment inventory in a ready condition.
- Maintains company communication systems, including telephone, radio, SCADA system, and microwave system.
- Maintains medium and low voltage AC and DC electrical systems.
COMPETENCIES:
- Attention to Detail
- Communication
- Creative Thinking
- Dependability
- Problem Solving
- Quality of Work
- Team Player
- Top Technical Skills
- Trustworthiness & Ethics
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School diploma or GED equivalent is required.
- Minimum of six years’ experience in plant and compression instrumentation and electrical work. The six-year requirement may be modified depending on qualifications.
- Must have working knowledge of electrical and instrumentation drawings.
- Must have a strong background in electronics, computers, programming, control systems and PLC’s.
- Must have a strong background in medium and low voltage AC and DC electrical installation, troubleshooting and repair.
- Working knowledge of pneumatic and electronic engine/compressor control systems, gas detection and emergency shut down system, operation, repair, and maintenance.
- Must have detailed understanding of Process Safety Management (PSM) regulations and operating practices.
- Working knowledge and skill using Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Internet Explorer, and Microsoft Outlook.
Must have valid driver’s license and be insurable under company’s vehicle insurance policy. Must pass pre-employment background check.
Momentum Midstream Management LLC offers a very extensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental and vision insurance; Life, AD&D, Short and Long Term Disability; and a 401(k) with company match. Momentum Midstream Management LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
