Mechanical Specialist/ Sr. Mechanical Specialist

Boardwalk•Purvis, MS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Boardwalk is a limited partnership operating in the midstream portion of the natural gas and natural gas liquids industry, providing transportation and storage services for our customers. Our 14,000 miles of pipeline and storage assets provide diverse market connectivity to producers and end-users who need reliable sources of natural gas for power generation, home heating or petrochemical feedstocks. We have the experience, knowledge, and flexibility to design service offerings and create system enhancements tailored to our customers’ needs throughout the 13 states in which we operate. As an organization focused on sustainability, we are committed to protecting the environment while delivering this energy source. This commitment is made to our customers, employees, and the communities in which we operate. We incorporate environmental stewardship, safety, and compliance into our day-to-day operations and seek to strengthen and support the communities we serve. Additional information about the company can be found online at www.bwpipelines.com. We are currently looking for a Mechanical Specialist/ Sr. Mechanical Specialist for our Purvis, MS location.

Requirements

One or more years' experience in operation and maintenance of Waukesha and Caterpillar natural gas fired engines.
On the job training or work experience in the natural gas industry or equivalent petrochemical/oil industry.
Must be self-motivated and have a strong commitment to personal and team safety.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent troubleshooting and problem solving skills.
Ability to work in extreme weather conditions including hot, cold, muddy, rocky and wet environments and ability to stand for long periods of time, and climb stairs and ladders, etc.
Ability to utilize a PC and manage a filing system.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and strong mechanical aptitude.
Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. for a minimum of 50 feet.
Valid driver's license with a safe driving record with no restrictions.
Must live within 30 miles of facility.
Must live within 30 miles of the Black Creek or Forrest Compressor Station in order to respond to call outs.

Nice To Haves

Three (plus) years of gas pipeline operations and mechanical repair experience of Caterpillar engine/Ariel compressor units, Waukesha engines/Dresser Rand compressors and Solar turbines.

Responsibilities

Day-to-day operations and maintenance tasks associated with the various compressor station facilities for Boardwalk's Black Creek and Forrest Compressor Station facilities located near Purvis and Petal, Mississippi.
Regulatory compliance including environmental, health and safety, operations, maintenance, and repair of station equipment including, but not limited to reciprocating and turbine natural gas compressors, fluid separation equipment, valves, etc.
Operating equipment and leading the repair and maintenance of reciprocating natural gas fired Caterpillar engines, Ariel Compressors, Solar Natural gas fired turbine engines and centrifugal compressors associated station auxiliary equipment.
Completing OMS database compliance and maintenance inspections as assigned.
Performing routine maintenance activities such as filter changes, cleaning and inspecting coolers, periodic checks associated with various components throughout the facility and with engines/compressor (e.g. valves, shut-down devices, rod/bearing clearances, packing, piston clearances, lube oil samples, web deflections, cooling fan inspections, emergency shut down systems, fire/gas detection, etc.).
Assisting with calibration of temperature and pressure transmitters and other electrical maintenance.
Monitoring flows and operating conditions of all units at the assigned facilities.
Following all BWP safety rules, environmental and OSHA regulations.
Documenting all maintenance activities and operational data.
Assisting at other Boardwalk facilities such as Petal Gas Storage needed to assist with mechanical repairs, operation of the facility, etc.
Emergency response.