LNG Yard Operator II

Eversource Energy•Hopkinton, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Eversource Energy (Eversource) owns and operates the Hopkinton LNG Facility located in Hopkinton, MA (Facility). The Facility consists of three 1 BCF LNG storage tanks, a 240 MMSCFD vaporization system, a new state-of-the-art liquefaction and pretreatment system capable of liquefying up to 21 MMSCFD. The Yard Operator 2 will ensure the Facility is safely, reliably and efficiently operated during liquefaction and vaporization seasons by performing the day-to-day operation functions of the Facility. The LNG Yard Operator 2 will perform operations under the supervision of the LNG Yard Operator 1 or LNG Shift Supervisor. The LNG Yard Operator 2 will train and complete basic LNG operations training within their first 6 months of hire, and the LNG Yard Operator 1 curriculum within 36 months of hire to be able to perform the duties of LNG Yard Operator 1. These duties include but are not limited to: LNG vaporization, idle (boil off), truck loading/loading, and duties as assigned.

Requirements

Effective communication with different groups, including operations staff, maintenance staff, engineering departments, human resources, federal, state, and local regulators, external stakeholders, and other Eversource corporate groups.
Keep accurate equipment logs and records.
Ability to successfully complete all company sponsored training programs.
Ability to learn, understand and implement operational procedures.
Ability to learn, understand and manage process control systems.
Ideal candidates should possess a (1) Bachelor or Associate degree in engineering or relevant technical discipline or (2) equivalent work experience.
Ideal candidates should have at least 1 to 2 years of experience mechanical equipment operation (i.e. compressors, pumps, instrumentation systems, control systems, etc.)
Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid Massachusetts DOT Medical Certificate.
Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid Massachusetts Hoisting License with a minimum 3A endorsement.
Yard Operator 2 is expected to have basic knowledge of mechanical functions and the ability to quickly learn LNG Facility operations to ensure the Facility is operating within the design parameters.
Yard Operator 2 shall be able to identify issues and support Yard Operator 1, Shift Supervisor, and Maintenance and Operation Supervisors to develop solutions.
Yard Operator 2 will be expected to be in good physical condition and able to climb platforms, staircases, and other physical obstacles necessary to safely navigate the Facility.
The LNG Yard Operator 2 must be physically able to perform the required duties which include but are not limited to: climb ladders, platforms, staircases, and other physical obstacles including the LNG storage tank (Over 120 feet high) necessary to safely navigate the Facility; work in elevated and confined spaces; lifting; assist with general plant maintenance; and perform snow removal and other work in inclement weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Additional endorsements are a plus.

Responsibilities

Support all Eversource Safety and Environmental initiatives.
Execute directives from LNG supervision.
Assist with the operation of LNG storage boil off management, truck loading/offloading, and vaporization operations, as directed
Understand and follow operational procedures.
Assist with plant startup and shutdowns.
Complete necessary training for operations staff, within defined periods.
Communicate and support plant supervision, coworkers, maintenance department, engineering departments, and outside contractors, as required.
Ensure Eversource corporate requirements and policies are followed.
Operates the LNG plant in compliance with the Code of Federal Regulations.
Must be able to work rotating shift work schedule subject to changes according to Plant operating demands.
Develop familiarity with regulatory compliance for Federal Energy Regulatory, Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities, and Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection inspections.
Assist in abnormal requests/repairs or emergency response after hours on an as-needed basis.
Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.