Field Specialist IV - FPT
About The Position
The Field Specialist IV - FPT coordinates and oversees field operations at customer locations, serving as the technical lead for pressure testing and valve service activities. The role is responsible for planning and executing jobs, troubleshooting issues, engaging with customers, and leading field personnel while ensuring compliance with company procedures, safety and quality requirements, and industry standards. The specialist provides technical guidance for Pressure Relief Valves (PRVs), Safety Valves, and Control Valves; oversees testing and inspection; and supports equipment reliability. Duties also include preparing job documentation, coordinating equipment maintenance and readiness, supporting sales opportunities through technical consultation, and coaching field crews. The role contributes to operational performance, customer satisfaction, and Baker Hughes' service quality.
Requirements
- High School Diploma, Technical Diploma, Associate Degree, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 5+ years of field service experience, preferably in valve services, pressure testing, flow pressure testing (FPT), or related oil and gas operations.
- Hands-on experience with Pressure Relief Valves (PRVs), Safety Relief Valves, and Control Valves.
- Strong understanding of pressure testing procedures and industry standards.
- Experience leading field crews and customer-facing operations.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, P&IDs, specifications, and testing procedures.
- Experience operating pressure testing equipment and troubleshooting field issues.
- Hands-on experience in stainless steel tubing bending, fabrication, installation, and high-pressure tubing assembly.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Excellent customer-facing communication skills.
- Proven leadership and team coordination abilities.
- Strong safety mindset and commitment to quality.
- Ability to work independently in field environments.
- Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities in fast-paced operations.
- Strong documentation and reporting skills.
- Experience mentoring and training field personnel.
Nice To Haves
- Pressure Relief Valve repair and testing.
- Safety Valve calibration and certification.
- Control Valve troubleshooting and diagnostics.
- Hydrostatic and pneumatic pressure testing.
- Valve teardown, inspection, rebuilding, and assembly.
- Instrumentation tubing installation and commissioning.
- Stainless steel tubing bending and routing.
- Tube fitting installation, including Swagelok, Parker, or equivalent.
- Leak detection and troubleshooting.
- Reading isometric drawings and tubing layouts.
- High-pressure system installation and maintenance.
- Crane, hoist, and material handling operations.
- Knowledge of API standards and compliance.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and oversee field operations at customer sites.
- Provide quality service and technical support to customers during job execution.
- Plan jobs, develop execution strategies, and ensure required resources and equipment are available.
- Direct and supervise service operators and field crews.
- Lead pressure testing, valve testing, inspection, troubleshooting, and commissioning activities.
- Manage customer communications before, during, and after job execution.
- Coordinate equipment clean-up, maintenance, repair, and preparation for future assignments.
- Support sales opportunities through customer engagement and technical consultation.
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and operational procedures.
- Evaluate crew performance and provide coaching, mentoring, and on-the-job training.
- Prepare technical reports, test records, and job documentation.
- Identify operational risks and implement corrective actions.
- Verify actuator stroke, bench set, and positioner calibration in accordance with manufacturer specifications before pressure testing.
- Perform shell testing at 1.5 times Maximum Rated Cold Working Pressure (CWP) with the valve partially open, ensuring no visible leakage through the valve body, shell, or packing.
- Conduct seat leakage testing at 1.1 times Maximum CWP and assess leakage against Class IV, Class V, and Class VI criteria.
- Perform pneumatic testing with air or inert gas at 60 to 100 PSI (4 to 7 bar) and identify micro-leaks in valve seats, trim, packing, and sealing components.
Benefits
- Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities.
- Comprehensive private medical care options.
- Life insurance and disability programs.
- Tailored financial programs.
- Additional elected or voluntary benefits.
- Company-sponsored health and welfare programs.
- Thrift Plan (401k).
- Eligibility for additional forms of compensation, such as bonuses, subject to applicable plans or policies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
