Sr LNG Technician (Operations)

BHE•Lusby, MD

6d•$36 - $72•Onsite

About The Position

BHE GT&S is hiring an Associate LNG Technician, LNG Technician, or Sr LNG Technician for its Cove Point facility in Lusby, Maryland. The role supports operation of an LNG import/export and liquefaction/regasification terminal, including process systems, utilities, power and steam generation, controls, and emergency response. Associate and LNG Technicians primarily perform field-operator duties; the Senior Technician’s principal duty is as a Control Room Operator, operating the Distributed Control System (DCS) consoles and plant utilities. The Senior Technician reports directly to the Shift Supervisor and may give direction to LNG Technicians. The position works rotational shifts that include nights, weekends, and holidays. Employees are expected to operate safely and reliably, comply with environmental and safety requirements, monitor LNG ship loading and unloading, record and evaluate operating data, and help address plant problems. The job also involves emergency-response readiness, physically demanding tasks, confined-space rescue duties, and working on an offshore platform. Sponsorship is not supported. Relocation assistance may be available subject to eligibility requirements.

Requirements

Associate LNG Technician: 0–2 years of experience in an industrial setting involving process/product chemical engineering or operations, or power plant operations, depending on the type of experience.
LNG Technician: 3 years of experience in an industrial setting involving process/product chemical engineering or operations, or power plant operations, depending on the type of experience.
Sr LNG Technician: 5 years of experience in an industrial setting involving process/product chemical engineering or operations, or power plant operations, depending on the type of experience.
High school graduate or GED.
Knowledge of analytical chemistry and laboratory concepts and techniques, particularly analysis of high-purity water; full knowledge is required for the Senior Technician.
Knowledge of environmental regulations.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
Analytical and deductive reasoning skills; strong skills are required for the Senior Technician.
Laboratory, oral and written communication, instrumentation, and mathematical skills; Senior Technicians also need technical writing skills.
Ability to troubleshoot and solve equipment or process problems; full ability is required for the Senior Technician.
Ability to conduct site inspections or walk-downs, including working at heights.
Contribute to a team-centric environment based on mutual respect and integrity, and support the company’s CHAMPION culture of personal responsibility, continuous improvement, and quality.
Complete Confined Space Training and Fire Brigade Training and participate in quarterly fire-brigade drills.
Maintain a valid CPR/First Aid Certification.
Meet physical demands including lifting at least 25 pounds, carrying, climbing, and operating firefighting equipment in high-heat environments; maintain the fitness required for emergency response.
Serve as a confined-space rescue team member and demonstrate the ability to work in tight, enclosed spaces under challenging conditions.
Operate supplied-air breathing systems (SCBA or equivalent) for extended periods during rescue operations and maintain a valid Respiratory Fit Test Certification.
Be able to work on an offshore platform.
Have a valid TWIC card or proof of TWIC card application before employment.
Score “recommended” on the POSS (Plant Operator Selection System) test for Associate and Mid-Level positions.
Perform the essential functions of the position, with or without accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Associate LNG Technician: recent processing-environment experience (petrochemical NGL, cryogenic natural gas processing, or hydrocarbon processing) and Control Room experience preferred.
LNG Technician: recent LNG and Control Room experience preferred; petrochemical NGL, cryogenic natural gas processing, or hydrocarbon processing experience may be acceptable.

Responsibilities

Operate LNG terminal processes and plant utilities, including air, water, power and steam generation, GTG operations, sanitation, and nitrogen systems.
For Senior Technicians, operate the DCS consoles and serve as the principal Control Room Operator; Associate and LNG Technicians may operate DCS consoles.
Perform terminal-operator duties on a rotational shift schedule that includes nights, weekends, and holidays.
Monitor and perform operator duties related to LNG ship loading and unloading.
Follow LNG operating procedures, safe-handling practices, equipment maintenance protocols, government regulations, technical and safety standards, and reporting requirements.
Review and train on environmental, safety, operational, and security procedures.
Operate the facility with awareness of safety and environmental consequences and maintain high levels of compliance.
Record and evaluate operating-performance data and promptly inform the Shift Supervisor and/or management of potential problems and failures.
Work with the Shift Supervisor and/or Lead Operator to resolve plant problems and improve reliability and safety.
Analyze chemistry and adjust chemical concentrations as required.
Monitor steam piping systems and associated equipment; obtain and interpret readings from steam, condensate, and flow meters, and make necessary repairs or adjustments.
Carry out other duties as assigned; Senior Technicians may give direction to LNG Technicians.
Complete required confined-space and fire-brigade training and participate in quarterly fire-brigade drills.
Maintain CPR/First Aid and Respiratory Fit Test certifications and physical fitness for emergency-response activities.
Serve on the confined-space rescue team and operate supplied-air breathing systems during rescue operations.
Conduct site inspections or walk-downs, including at heights, and work in tight, enclosed spaces and on an offshore platform.