Lead LDAR MOC Technician

PROtect•Mont Belvieu, TX

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Lead LDAR MOC Technician(Method 21 | Refinery | Chemical Plant) PROtect LLC is seeking a Lead LDAR MOC Technician to support refinery and chemical plant operations. This role is responsible for leading Management of Change (MOC) efforts, overseeing inventory accuracy, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting EPA Method 21 monitoring programs. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can operate independently in the field while guiding technicians, maintaining data integrity, and partnering with site leadership to drive compliance. Position Overview The Lead LDAR MOC Technician oversees MOC tracking and inventory management within LDAR, BWON, and regulatory programs. This role ensures all equipment changes are accurately captured and compliant while serving as a subject matter expert for field technicians and site leadership.

Requirements

5+ years of LDAR experience in refinery or chemical plant environments
Proven experience handling MOC processes and inventory management
Strong knowledge of EPA regulations (Method 21, 40 CFR 60/63, Subpart QQQ)
Experience with BWON and Consent Decree programs
Hands-on experience with TVA and electronic data collection systems
Ability to read and interpret P&IDs
Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word)
Strong QA/QC knowledge and data validation experience
Ability to work independently and lead field activities
Must be willing to wear respiratory protection for extended periods
Ability to work outdoors in industrial environments
Willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed
Periodic out-of-town travel may be required
Reliable transportation required

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated leadership, training, or mentoring experience preferred

Responsibilities

Lead identification and processing of completed MOCs in the field
Oversee and validate additions, updates, and removals in LDAR databases
Ensure compliance with EPA Method 21, 40 CFR 60/63, Subpart QQQ, BWON, and AVO programs
Perform and support leak monitoring, re-monitoring, and inspections
Conduct QA/QC audits, data reviews, and Consent Decree compliance checks
Review and approve daily monitoring data uploads for accuracy and completeness
Act as the primary point of contact during regulatory inspections and audits
Communicate leak findings and compliance updates with plant operations and maintenance teams
Read and interpret P&IDs to verify system changes and equipment accuracy
Train and mentor LDAR technicians on MOC processes, monitoring techniques, and compliance standards
Support and guide use of TVA, electronic data collectors, and OGI/IR technologies
Identify process improvements and drive efficiency within LDAR/MOC programs