Measurement Technician - Senior

ONEOK•Watford City, ND

9d•$77,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

ONEOK is seeking a Senior Measurement Technician to support the Natural Gas Gathering and Processing (NGGP) segment in Watford City, ND. This individual is responsible for the startup, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of analytical and measurement equipment that supports safe and efficient plant and field operations. This role works closely with operations and technical teams to ensure the accuracy and reliability of process analyzers, gas and liquid chromatographs, and measurement systems. Key responsibilities include performing preventive maintenance, resolving equipment and process issues, supporting analytical testing and method development, improving data quality, and assisting during plant turnarounds and critical maintenance events. The ideal candidate will have experience working with analytical instrumentation in the energy industry, strong troubleshooting skills, and a commitment to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. This position includes a $1,500 monthly geographic allowance in addition to the base pay. Though we have included the full job description below for this position, special emphasis will be placed on finding candidates who are able to demonstrate ability to complete the Key Functions and Responsibilities and who meet the Key Work Experience listed below:

Requirements

2-4 years experience in the energy field working with measurement equipment.
2-4 years Gas/Liquid Chromatograph experience
Experience installing, testing, repairing, and maintaining measurement and regulation equipment
Training and/or experience relative to: Contract Negotiation, Meter testing and installation, Regulating flow and pressure, Company and governmental operating/safety procedures, Servicing/repairing measuring station equipment, Interpretation of measurement data, Characteristics of product handled
Experience using, maintaining, and repairing tools and equipment used to regulate flow of gas
Experience in reading and interpreting maps, plats, atlas pages, dials, gauges, sample reports, drawings, procedures, correction tables, and applicable operation and safety manuals
Ability to: apply basic arithmetic: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
Ability to: apply formulas to validate volume calculations/corrections
Ability to: communicate and/or exchange information or instruction
Ability to: travel over uneven terrain including but not limited to: Mud, gravel, sand, rocks, ice and/or snow
Ability to: walk, stand, kneel/stoop, and drive for extended periods
Ability to: climb and maintain balance on ladders. Able to operate on elevated work surfaces
Ability to: work in confined areas
Ability to: react immediately to emergency situations to prevent injury to self and others
Ability to: operate tools and equipment as required
Ability to: travel over uneven terrain including but not limited to: Mud, gravel, sand, rocks, ice and/or snow

Nice To Haves

Experience and working knowledge of Sample Conditioning Systems, preferred
Experience with Daniels, Siemens, and ABB gas chromatographs, preferred
Experience with Spectra Sensors, preferred
Experience in process operation or process control, preferred
Training and/or experience relative to: Contract Negotiation
Training and/or experience relative to: Meter testing and installation
Training and/or experience relative to: Regulating flow and pressure
Training and/or experience relative to: Company and governmental operating/safety procedures
Training and/or experience relative to: Servicing/repairing measuring station equipment
Training and/or experience relative to: Interpretation of measurement data
Training and/or experience relative to: Characteristics of product handled

Responsibilities

Promote and ensure safe laboratory and field operations by adhering to and advising on chemical handling and safety best practices.
Support production by monitoring processes, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive operational improvements.
Enhance and maintain process analytical tools and techniques to improve data accuracy and reliability.
Provide analytical support for plant and field operations, including method development, troubleshooting, and managing outsourced sample analysis.
Perform non-routine and specialized analyses to support business needs and evaluate process unit performance.
Conduct statistical evaluations of proposed specifications and document findings in collaboration with technical teams.
Recommend updates to standard operating procedures (SOPs) as needed.
Support efforts during plant turnarounds and critical maintenance activities.
Install, test, calibrate, repair, and maintain orifice, positive, Coriolis, Ultrasonic, mass flow, and dry flow meters, regulator settings, telemetering systems, electronic flow computers, odorant systems, and relief valves (as specified by position)
Perform measurement, sampling, compliance, and regulation operations and maintenance at facilities
Calibrate and maintain test instrumentation and auxiliary equipment
Drive and ensure maintenance of company vehicle
Effective interaction with corporate measurement personnel and adherence to corporate measurement procedures
Prepare reports including but not limited to (as specified by position): Job orders and completion reports, Meter and regulator installation and/or removal (Test-It), Equipment and operational tests, repairs, and maintenance, DOT compliance reports, Sample reports
Generate batch tickets
Witness meter calibrations per contractual obligations
Provide advanced trouble shooting skills and root cause evaluation in dealing with measurement systems