Sr. Field Technician

Boardwalk•Centerville, LA

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 a Associate Field Technician/Field Technician/Sr. Field Technician for our Centerville, LA location. POSITION DESCRIPTION: To carry out daily operation and maintenance tasks associated with the pipeline system in the Centerville, Louisiana area. 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 at 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. The role requires acquiring Operator Qualification (OQ) tasks and may occasionally involve assisting at other work locations. Qualified candidate must live within 30 miles of the Centerville Office in order to respond to call outs expediently. Successful candidate will be required to complete Core Blocks in Safety, Environmental and Company policies and procedures.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
1 to 5 years of gas pipeline operations and maintenance experience or equivalent petrochemical / oil industry experience.
Excellent verbal communication skills
Problem solving skills
A history of safe work
Ability to work outside in hot, cold, muddy, 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
Ability to operate valve control wheels with a minimum of 50 turns
Strong commitment to personal and Team safety
Must live within 30 miles of the Centerville Office
Must complete Core Blocks in Safety, Environmental and Company policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

3 (plus) years of gas pipeline operations and maintenance experience
Understanding of DOT 192 regulations

Responsibilities

Carry out daily operation and maintenance tasks associated with the 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.
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.