Instrument Technician

MLGW•Memphis, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instrument Technician, Gas Meter Shop will maintain, troubleshoot, calibrate a wide range of electronic equipment, ensuring compliance with DOT regulations; install, adjust, and repair instruments; conduct calibration tests and gas analysis; maintain records in systems for accuracy and audits; communicate with various areas to ensure EVC functionality, train new technicians, handle emergencies, maintain inventory and vendor transactions for operational efficiency/customer service.

Requirements

Associate degree in Electronics Technology or related degree is required
Must successfully complete Placement/Performance exercises
Electronic Troubleshooting; basic wiring and schematics, basic electronic skills is required
Must be able to distinguish colors
Must successfully complete NIMS Training within one year of entering job
Must have knowledge/skills in Instrumentation, PLC Logic, Logic Controllers local area network communications and associated software

Responsibilities

Responsible for calibrating, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining electronic, electromechanical, mechanical instruments/equipment for SCADA and LNG plants to ensure regulatory compliance
Clean, repair, calibrate, record instruments, install and maintain wiring, record devices, computers, analyze wiring diagrams as needed
Stay current with advancements in instrument technology, maintain certifications, ensure compliance with evolving industry standards
Install, adjust, and position instruments, equipment, flow computers and testing, wiring, programming, upgrading, and replacing communication modules as needed
Analyze customer electronic test results to ensure billing accuracy, address customer inquiries related to meter or billing issues, accurately document customer setup and service order requests
Perform gravity, dew point, BTU, and other gas analysis
Ensure accurate flow rate calculations at gate stations
Witness and verify calibrations performed by pipeline personnel, inspect industrial gas meters for leaks or damage, and assist with installing, removing, and replacing meter sets associated with EVC metering
Enter test results and repair records into designated systems to ensure billing accuracy, support audits, and maintain equipment maintenance records
Order supplies, maintain inventory and stock records to ensure budget accountability
Create new services in CIS; ensure registers are set correctly for billing purposes
Enter data into Clevest to complete scheduled work
Train new Electronic Instrument Technicians
Coordinate with other crews to respond to emergencies, and facilitate communication and scheduling between multiple teams and shops
Maintain vendor transactions related to EVC metering
Perform other duties as directed
Must obtain OQ Certification within 6 months of entering into role
A valid driver's license from state of residence is required