Maintenance Technician, Instrumentation

Venture Global LNG•Cameron, LA

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About The Position

The Maintenance Technician, Instrumentation reports to the Maintenance Supervisor, Instrumentation and performs safe, efficient, and effective execution of instrumentation maintenance work at a Venture Global liquefied natural gas facility. The role works with other technicians and supervisors within the Operations & Maintenance departments. The technician executes preventive and corrective instrumentation maintenance, supports maintenance reliability and problem-solving activities, and serves as a subject matter expert for instrumentation systems. The position also contributes to LNG readiness for operations, factory and site acceptance testing, pre-commissioning, commissioning, startup, facility operation, and engineering and design reviews. The role requires coordination with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, contractors, and EPC contractor teams, along with adherence to company maintenance, work management, safety, and contractor management processes.

Requirements

At least five years of instrumentation maintenance experience in oil and gas, LNG, or petrochemical facilities.
Strong knowledge of electrical industrial standards and regulations, such as ISA, NFPA 70E, and FERC.
Strong knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance of instrumentation equipment.
Applied knowledge of maintenance and inspection of instrumentation equipment, including valve accessories and positioners; antisurge, motorized, triple offset, hydraulic, cryogenic, control, ESD, and BDV valves; rotating machinery vibration and speed monitoring systems; tank gauging systems; loading arm and mooring/berthing aid systems; IGVs; FGVs; limit switches; ignition systems; and DCS, PLC, and SIS systems and hardware.
Work experience in small- or medium-scale instrumentation projects.
High school diploma or GED.
Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills.
Strong leadership and organizational skills.
Ability to communicate effectively at all organizational levels and with individuals and groups from different disciplines, industries, and governmental agencies.
Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple activities accurately and meet deadlines.
Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Credibility to set high standards and promote continuous-improvement initiatives.
Ability to work with a culturally diverse group of technical individuals.
Ability to establish mutually respectful working relationships with management, peers, and facility workers.
Ability to operate industrial mobile equipment, such as forklift trucks and aerial lifts.
Ability to work at elevated heights, over water, and operate watercraft.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; work outdoors in varying weather; climb ladders; work at heights; and enter confined spaces.
Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays, and respond to callouts and emergencies.
Ability to work as part of a team, take direction, keep required schedules, focus on details, and follow work rules.
Ability to respond to an emergency at the station within 60 minutes.
Maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card in good standing.
Possess and maintain a valid state-issued driver’s license in good standing.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with CMMS work management processes, including work orders; SAP experience is preferred.
Experience or knowledge of Yokogawa DCS, BHGE MarkVIe, or GC Analyzer systems such as AMADAS.
Technical degree in Instrumentation or an applicable nationally recognized standard certification, such as NCCER or NICET.

Responsibilities

Execute preventive and corrective instrumentation maintenance in accordance with LNG HSSE processes, procedures, standards, and regulations.
Adhere to VGIMS, the LNG Maintenance Manual, and work management processes and procedures.
Identify potential safety, health, and environmental hazards; understand work scope and applicable Operations and Maintenance processes and procedures.
Perform problem-solving activities and help ensure implementation of maintenance and reliability corrective measures; serve as the Maintenance subject matter expert for instrumentation systems.
Prepare required Job Safety Hazard Analyses and work permits, including ePTW as applicable, and submit permits to Operations well in advance of execution.
Coordinate with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering counterparts to complete maintenance work safely.
Prepare daily work compliance and progress reports in accordance with maintenance work execution processes and procedures.
Manage personal time cards in accordance with LNG policies and procedures, including vacation, time off, sick leave, training, and on-call time.
Oversee contractor work execution, safe completion, and performance; report contractor work-quality or compliance issues to the direct supervisor and Planning/Contracts teams.
Provide mentoring and coaching and remain accountable for personal performance and behavior.
Identify and request special and routine tools, equipment, and PPE needed to execute maintenance activities safely.
Participate in LNG Ready for Operations maintenance projects to develop required maintenance systems, processes, and procedures before commercial operations.
Support instrumentation equipment factory acceptance tests and site acceptance tests as required.
Participate in facility pre-commissioning, commissioning, startup, and operations, including as a member of integrated commissioning and startup teams with the EPC contractor.
Participate in engineering and design reviews, including HAZOPs, 3D model reviews, and P&ID reviews.