E&C Technician

Tallgrass•Gillette, WY

About The Position

The E&C Technician implements and maintains electrical power circuits and equipment, control and automation systems, and electronic and pneumatic equipment used at pipeline, pump, compressor, and measurement facilities. The role covers electrical and control system integrity, including design, installation, inspection, maintenance, operation, troubleshooting, repair, and calibration. It also includes preventative maintenance, analytical testing, and upkeep of facility equipment and grounding systems. The technician performs work in compliance with company standards, procedures, regulatory requirements, and tariff requirements; identifies and addresses safety and environmental concerns; completes documentation; and oversees work performed by third parties. The position requires clear, professional communication, dependable attendance, attention to safety, and maintaining Operator Qualifications for assigned covered tasks. Non-traditional hours, occasional overtime, after-hours callouts, and frequent travel—including overnight travel—may be required. The role may involve office work, outdoor work in inclement weather, and exposure to industrial hazards. The selected candidate must pass a drug screening, background check, and fit-for-duty examination after receiving an offer and before starting employment.

Requirements

Associate degree from an accredited institution in a technical field or related discipline.
Ability to understand and operate electronic test instruments.
Excellent record of safe work practices.
Working knowledge and experience preparing electrical circuit drawings.
Working knowledge and experience reading and interpreting electrical and mechanical blueprints and diagrams.
Working knowledge and experience using common electrical measurement instruments, including voltmeters, ammeters, ohmmeters, and oscilloscopes, and interpreting their results.
Working knowledge of National Electric Codes.
Ability to estimate installation, operating, and maintenance expenses associated with electrical and control systems.
Ability to complete work assignments with minimal supervision and within an acceptable time frame.
Intermediate proficiency with MS Office applications, which may include Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Office 365, and Teams.
May be required to achieve and maintain certifications needed to perform job duties.
Valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers; travel is required.
Basic math skills, including arithmetic, fractions, and decimals.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Strong customer focus and attention to detail.
Ability to perform essential and marginal job functions, work with a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, follow work rules, and focus on details.
Ability to perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines.
Ability to organize and prioritize daily work, act as a self-starter, and execute daily work plans.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting and carrying heavy objects, pushing and pulling, manual material handling, and frequent bending, twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, and climbing.
Ability to tolerate noise, vibration, extreme hot and cold temperatures, and wet conditions.
Ability to work in office and outdoor settings, around industrial hazards, and respond to callouts as needed.
Must successfully pass a drug screening, background check, and fit-for-duty examination after receiving an offer and before commencing employment; credit reports may be required for specific positions.

Nice To Haves

Journeyman or Master electrical license.
Prior experience in the natural gas and/or crude oil industry working with instrumentation, electronics, and control systems.
Understanding of process controls and processing fundamentals.
Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices for flammable gases, liquids, and high-pressure systems.
Knowledge and experience with high-pressure gas and liquids, processing equipment, medium-voltage motors and associated equipment, pumps, and reciprocating or gas turbine engines and compressors.
Knowledge of company policies and practices, and regulatory and tariff requirements.

Responsibilities

Design, install, inspect, maintain, operate, troubleshoot, repair, and calibrate pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, electronic, and PLC control systems.
Perform preventative maintenance checks on pumps, compressors, drivers, and auxiliary equipment.
Perform Inspection and Maintenance checks on control systems.
Maintain electrical switchgear and power distribution.
Perform advanced engine, compressor, and pump analytical testing and troubleshooting, and lead development and implementation of resulting changes.
Evaluate, develop, implement, and maintain facility grounding systems.
Perform general upkeep, maintenance, janitorial, and housekeeping duties for facilities and equipment as needed.
Perform work in compliance with company standards, procedures, regulatory requirements, and tariff requirements.
Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns.
Complete appropriate documentation and paperwork.
Oversee construction, maintenance, and other work activities performed by third parties.
Maintain Operator Qualification on assigned covered tasks as determined by Management.
Maintain regard for the safety of personnel, company assets, employees, and the general public.
Maintain clear communication, professional conduct, and dependable attendance.
Perform other daily, weekly, monthly, or special project duties as assigned.
Respond to after-hours callouts for equipment or operational problems as needed and remain available by cell phone during working and non-working hours.