Associate Field Tech/Field Tech/Sr. Field Tech

Boardwalk • Pineland, TX

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Boardwalk is a limited partnership operating in the midstream portion of the natural gas and natural gas liquids industry, providing transportation and storage services for its customers. Its 14,000 miles of pipeline and storage assets provide diverse market connectivity to producers and end-users who need reliable sources of natural gas for power generation, home heating or petrochemical feedstocks. Boardwalk has the experience, knowledge, and flexibility to design service offerings and create system enhancements tailored to its customers’ needs throughout the 13 states in which it operates. As an organization focused on sustainability, Boardwalk is committed to protecting the environment while delivering this energy source. This commitment is made to its customers, employees, and the communities in which it operates. Environmental stewardship, safety, and compliance are incorporated into day-to-day operations, and the company seeks to strengthen and support the communities it serves.

This role is responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of a natural gas compressor station and pipeline system to ensure safe, reliable product flow and full regulatory compliance. Duties include operating the compressor station on a rotating schedule, responding to callouts during assigned operating weeks, and participating in an area-wide on-call rotation for emergency or abnormal operating conditions. The position provides environmental, health, safety, and reliability support for natural gas transmission operations. Responsibilities include identifying and reporting abnormal or unsafe conditions, completing accident and near-miss reporting, supporting emergency response efforts, performing regulatory compliance activities, and conducting equipment maintenance and repair. The role is also responsible for executing operations, maintenance, and repair procedures in accordance with DOT regulations, industry standards, manufacturer specifications, and company policies related to facility equipment and appurtenances. Key responsibilities include handling natural gas related to reciprocating / turbine compression equipment, pipeline network in assigned area; performing assigned tasks, supporting construction activities; conducting preventative maintenance and regulated compliance inspections along pipelines such as meter stations, on corrosion control systems, valves, leak surveys and right-of-way areas; and managing facility encroachment activities such as pipe locates, excavations, and inspections. This role requires acquiring Operator Qualification (OQ) tasks and may occasionally involve assisting at other work locations. The successful candidate will be required to live within 30 driving miles of the Pineland (Magasco), TX facility in order to respond to callouts and emergencies in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Must live within 30 miles of facility
• Physical Requirements - Standing/walking; climbing stairs, ladders, and scaffolds, bending/stooping/squatting carrying and lifting items 50 lbs for a minimum of 50 feet
• Working Conditions - Exposure to extreme heat and/or cold temperatures; enclosed spaces
• Mechanical aptitude
• Strong computer skills
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Problem solving skills and ability to manage filing system
• History of safe work
• Maintain Valid Driver License with clean record
• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with natural gas pipelines and compressor facilities
• Familiarity with DOT 192 Regulations
• Technical School/College Degree

Responsibilities

• Daily operation and maintenance of a natural gas compressor station and pipeline system.
• Ensure safe, reliable product flow and full regulatory compliance.
• Operate the compressor station on a rotating schedule.
• Respond to callouts during assigned operating weeks.
• Participate in an area-wide on-call rotation for emergency or abnormal operating conditions.
• Provide environmental, health, safety, and reliability support for natural gas transmission operations.
• Identify and report abnormal or unsafe conditions.
• Complete accident and near-miss reporting.
• Support emergency response efforts.
• Perform regulatory compliance activities.
• Conduct equipment maintenance and repair.
• Execute operations, maintenance, and repair procedures in accordance with DOT regulations, industry standards, manufacturer specifications, and company policies.
• Handle natural gas related to reciprocating / turbine compression equipment and pipeline network in assigned area.
• Perform assigned tasks and support construction activities.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and regulated compliance inspections along pipelines (e.g., meter stations, corrosion control systems, valves, leak surveys, right-of-way areas).
• Manage facility encroachment activities (e.g., pipe locates, excavations, inspections).
• Acquire Operator Qualification (OQ) tasks.
• Occasionally assist at other work locations.

Benefits

• Boardwalk Pipelines, LP, maintains a drug-free workplace and will require pre-employment drug & substance abuse testing before hiring.
• Boardwalk Pipelines, LP, is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED