Deepwater Measurement Technician

Danos, LLC•Lafayette, LA

About The Position

The Deepwater Measurement Technician supports the Deep Water Gulf of Mexico Measurement organization by ensuring accurate, reliable, and consistent measurements of physical quantities. Working with engineers and technicians, the technician maintains and calibrates measurement equipment, supports facility and company operational needs, and follows safe work practices, equipment-specific procedures, and governmental regulations. The role includes maintaining flow, temperature, pressure, and analytical measurement equipment; documenting calibrations and repairs; collecting liquid and gas allocation samples; and supporting meter validation, calibration, and allocation activities. The technician communicates equipment failures to the Measurement Specialist and develops technical skills through new assignments and equipment-specific training.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of experience or training in Oil and Gas Allocation and Custody Transfer Measurement Systems.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements for LACT meter proving, Sales Gas meter calibration, and Oil & Gas sampling for Custody Transfer.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements for liquid and gas meter operation, calibration, and Oil & Gas sampling for allocation.
Knowledge of single-phase metering by positive displacement, helical turbine, orifice, and v-cone for oil and natural gas systems, including troubleshooting and equipment testing procedures.
Ability to navigate and use Windows-based programs such as OMNICOM, PCCU32, and Mon 2000.
Experience using computers and working knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to travel and work at offshore locations, around heavy equipment, and in variable environmental conditions.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

Measure physical quantities in support of the Deep Water Gulf of Mexico Measurement organization.
Follow equipment- and task-specific procedures and safe work practices.
Test, calibrate, repair, and replace components of Differential Pressure flow transmitters.
Test, calibrate, repair, and replace components of Temperature and Pressure transmitters.
Test, calibrate, repair, and replace components of analytical equipment, including Gas Chromatographs, Water Cut Monitors, and Moisture analyzers.
Perform liquid flow meter provings and repair or replace meter components as needed.
Maintain paperwork for completed calibrations and repairs.
Collect liquid and gas allocation samples from process lines.
Communicate equipment failures to the Measurement Specialist.
Follow governmental regulations.
Plan and coordinate activities to support Measurement and Operational needs of the facility and company.
Support Multiphase Meter Validation, including data collection, equipment calibration, and sample collection.
Coordinate and witness LACT and Sales Gas P/L Meter calibrations.
Support the Measurement Specialist and Allocation department personnel with oil and gas allocation data, error identification, and equipment corrections.
Develop technical skills and knowledge by learning new equipment, taking on new tasks, and attending equipment-specific training.