Maintenance Technician, Controls

Venture Global LNG • Point Celeste, LA

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About The Position

Venture Global LNG is a long-term, low-cost provider of American-produced liquefied natural gas. The company’s two Louisiana-based export projects service the global demand for North American natural gas and support the long-term development of clean and reliable North American energy supplies. Using reliable, proven technology in an innovative plant design configuration, Venture Global’s modular, mid-scale plant design will replace traditional designs as it allows for the same efficiency and operational reliability at significantly lower capital cost. We are seeking qualified applicants for the position of Maintenance Technician - Controls. The Maintenance Controls Technician reports to the Maintenance Controls Supervisor and performs the safe, efficient, and effective execution of all Controls (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), Fire and Gas (F&G), Analyzer systems maintenance work at Venture Global Plaquemines Liquefied Natural Gas (PLNG) facility. The Maintenance Controls Technician is responsible for working with other Technicians, Supervisors within the Operations & Maintenance departments.

Requirements

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED; Technical degree, or applicable nationally recognized standard Certification. (i.e., NCCER / NICET). Equivalent experience also considered.
• Minimum five (5) years of maintenance controls work experience in Oil & Gas, LNG, or petrochemical facilities.
• Strong knowledge of electrical industrial standards and regulations (i.e., ISA, NFPA 70E, FERC, etc.).
• Strong work experience maintaining and troubleshooting controls systems, dedicated applications, Analyzer and F&G.
• Strong experience maintaining and troubleshooting DCS/SIS/PLCs and dedicated applications systems.
• Experience with GC Analyzer Systems (such as AMADAS) as well F&G Systems (Field and Buildings).
• Applied knowledge of maintenance and troubleshooting of dedicated application systems.
• Experience in maintenance and troubleshooting of industrial network communication systems (Hardware and Software).
• Experience analyzing process events using Real Time Sampling (RTIS) applications is a plus.
• Familiar with CMMS systems work management process (Work order process). SAP experience is preferred.
• Strong background in programming, maintaining, and troubleshooting of Allen-Bradley platforms.
• Should understand the configuration and troubleshooting of Modbus communications across multiple platforms.
• Background in maintaining and troubleshooting Siemens platforms such as S7-1500, PCS7, and WINCC is a plus.

Nice To Haves

• Work experience with small/medium scale DCS/PLCs projects is a plus.
• Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills.
• Computer knowledge including Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Building configuration control schemes on Honeywell TDC-3000 and/or Honeywell C-300; ability to demonstrate prior support experience on DCS, SIS and F&G Systems.
• Executes all Controls systems (such as DCS, PLCs, SIS, AMADAS, F&G and stand-alone applications) maintenance work within all PLNG HSSE process, procedures, standards, and regulations.
• Adherence to VGIMS (Venture Global Integrity Management System), PLNG Maintenance Manual and Work Management process and procedures.
• Identify potential safety, health, environmental work hazards. Understand maintenance work scope and applicable Operation and Maintenance processes and procedures.
• Performs problem solving activities to ensure maintenance and reliability corrective measures are implemented.
• Functions as Maintenance SME (Subject Matter Expert) for control systems.
• Create and prepare required Job Safety Hazard Analysis and Work permits under his/her area of responsibility (ePTW as applicable). Ensure permits are prepared and submitted to Operations well in advance before execution.
• Works along with operations, maintenance, and engineering counterparts to ensure the safe completion of scheduled maintenance work.
• Responsible for daily work compliance and progress reports according to maintenance work execution processes and procedures.
• Key participant in maintenance processes such as daily work progress updates, maintenance work planning/schedule review meetings, backlog review meetings, among other meetings.
• Oversees contractor work execution, safe work completion, and performance according to PLNG Contractor Management procedure. Reports contractor work quality/non-compliances issues to direct Supervisor and Planning/Contract teams.
• Identify and request required special and routine tools/equipment/PPE for the safe execution of maintenance activities under his/her area of responsibility.
• Participate in PLNG Ready for Operations (RFO) maintenance projects to develop required maintenance systems, process, and procedures before commercial operations.
• Supports Controls equipment factory acceptance test (FAT) and site acceptance tests (SAT) as required.
• Participate in pre-commissioning, commissioning, startup, and operation of the PLNG Facility. This will include being a vital member of the integrated commissioning / start-up team(s) with the EPC contractor.
• Participate in various reviews during the Engineering and Design Phases, such as HAZOPs, 3D models and P&ID reviews.
• Manage personal timecard according to PLNG Policies and Procedures (Vacations, time-off, Sick leave, training, “On-Call” etc.).
• Holds personal accountability for own performance and behavior.
• Provides mentoring and coaching to junior peers and counterparts.
• Assist with training and mentoring coworkers. Sharing our knowledge and experience not only strengthens our team but also promotes a collaborative work environment.
• Contribute to the plant's housekeeping duties. Maintaining a clean and organized workplace is vital for our safety and efficiency.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED