Maintenance Technician, Mechanical

Venture Global LNG•Point Celeste, LA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician, Mechanical (Process) reports to the Maintenance Mechanical Supervisor (Process) and performs the safe, efficient, and effective execution of all mechanical preventive and corrective maintenance work at Venture Global Plaquemines Liquefied Natural Gas (PLNG) facility, specifically, at the Liquefaction, Storage and Loading facilities. The Maintenance Technician, Mechanical (Process) is responsible for working with other Technicians, and Supervisors within the Operations & Maintenance departments.

Requirements

Minimum of a high school diploma or GED; Technical degree in Mechanical, or applicable nationally recognized standard Certification. (i.e., NCCER) preferred
Minimum Five (5) years of maintenance mechanical technician work experience in Oil & Gas, LNG, or petrochemical facilities.
Knowledge of mechanical industrial standards, code regulations (i.e., API, ASME – Process, NBIC pressure devices relief testing among others).
Strong knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance of mechanical static and rotating equipment.
Applied knowledge of maintenance and inspection of mechanical equipment such as - but not limited to, Loading arms, Gangways, Berth systems, cryogenic pumps and systems (Cold Box, Refrigerant Storage, etc.), reciprocated, screw and centrifugal compressors, Diesel engines, Air Cooled Heat Exchangers, Flare systems, Catalysts loading/unloading, etc.
Experience working scaffolding, painting, insulating, heavy equipment operation-rigging/lifting crafts, welding, fabrication, machining, etc.
Familiar with CMMS systems work management process (Work order process). SAP experience is preferred.
Experience supporting small/medium scale mechanical projects.
Strong leadership and organizational skills are required.
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of an organization and with individuals and groups from different disciplines, industries, and governmental agencies
Organized, strong planning skills, able to manage multiple activities in timely fashion and with a high degree of accuracy, able to meet work deadlines.
Credibility to set high standards and promote continuous improvements initiatives.
Able to work with a culturally diverse group of technical individuals.
Possess the personality and ability to relate to and to establish a mutually respectful relationship with management, peers and the various facility level workers who are all responsible for ensuring good operations.
Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills.
Able to operate Industrial Mobile Equipment (i.e., Forklift truck, Aerial Lift, etc...)
Able to work at elevated height(s) over.
Able to work over water and operate watercraft.
Computer knowledge including Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Must be able to acquire and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card.

Nice To Haves

Technical degree in Mechanical, or applicable nationally recognized standard Certification. (i.e., NCCER) preferred
SAP experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Executes preventive and corrective maintenance mechanical work according to 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 issues corrective measures are implemented. Functions as Maintenance SME (Subject Matter Expert) for Mechanical systems.
Prepare and create 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 with maintenance and engineering counterparts to ensure the safe completion of scheduled maintenance work.
Responsible for daily work progress reports and updates, adhering to maintenance work execution processes and procedures, among other activities.
Manage personal timecard according to PLNG Policies and Procedures (vacation, time-off, sick leave, training, “on-call” etc.)
Supervises 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.
Provide mentoring and coaching to others and holds personal accountability for performance and behavior.
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 Mechanical 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.