Associate Field Technician/ Field Technician/ Sr. Field Technician

Boardwalk • Bald Knob, AR

1d • 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 our customers. Our 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. We have the experience, knowledge, and flexibility to design service offerings and create system enhancements tailored to our customers’ needs throughout the 13 states in which we operate. As an organization focused on sustainability, we are committed to protecting the environment while delivering this energy source. This commitment is made to our customers, employees, and the communities in which we operate. We incorporate environmental stewardship, safety, and compliance into our day-to-day operations and seek to strengthen and support the communities we serve. Additional information about the company can be found online at www.bwpipelines.com. We are currently looking for an Associate Field Technician/ Field Technician/ Sr. Field Technician for our Bald knob, AR location. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out daily operations and maintenance tasks to maintain necessary gas flow and meet all regulatory requirements of a Natural Gas Compressor Station and Pipeline. This position will be required to operate the compressor station on a rotating basis. The incumbent will be expected to respond to callouts during assigned week of Operating duties and in addition will periodically be part of the On-Call rotation for the area and respond to emergency or abnormal situations. Duties include all assigned responsibilities in the handling of natural gas related to reciprocating compression equipment, pipeline, and all related subsystems at the company’s Baldknob, AR work location. Successful candidate will perform all assigned construction duties, as well as preventative pipeline maintenance and operations related to meter stations, corrosion control, and right-of-way maintenance. Manage facility encroachment activities including pipe location, excavation, and inspection. Successful candidate will be required to acquire Operator Qualification tasks and ECP skills necessary for job performance. May occasionally be required to assist at other work locations. Successful candidate must reside within 30 miles of the Baldknob, AR Compressor Station. Normal work hours are 7:00 am- 3:30 pm weekdays; however, position is subject to occasional callouts and schedule adjustments as necessary.

Requirements

• Must be self-motivated and have a strong commitment to personal and team safety.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions including hot, cold, muddy, rocky and wet environments.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
• Ability to utilize a PC and manage a filing system.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. for a minimum of 50 feet.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and no restrictions.
• Must live within 30 miles of facility.
• Must reside within 30 miles of the Baldknob, AR Compressor Station.

Nice To Haves

• 1 to 5 years of gas pipeline operations and maintenance experience or equivalent petrochemical / oil industry experience.
• Natural Gas Compression experience with turbine units
• Associate’s degree in a technical field or a Technical Degree – electrical, controls, HVAC, etc.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out daily operations and maintenance tasks to maintain necessary gas flow and meet all regulatory requirements of a Natural Gas Compressor Station and Pipeline.
• Operate the compressor station on a rotating basis.
• Respond to callouts during assigned week of Operating duties and periodically be part of the On-Call rotation for the area and respond to emergency or abnormal situations.
• Perform all assigned responsibilities in the handling of natural gas related to reciprocating compression equipment, pipeline, and all related subsystems at the company’s Baldknob, AR work location.
• Perform all assigned construction duties.
• Perform preventative pipeline maintenance and operations related to meter stations, corrosion control, and right-of-way maintenance.
• Manage facility encroachment activities including pipe location, excavation, and inspection.
• Acquire Operator Qualification tasks and ECP skills necessary for job performance.
• 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