Offshore Measurement Technician

GENESIS ENERGY, LLC•Houma, LA

About The Position

Genesis Energy, LLC is an affiliate of Genesis Energy, L.P., a publicly traded master limited partnership headquartered in Houston, Texas. The company provides pipeline infrastructure supporting developments in the Gulf of America, marine transportation equipment, specialty chemicals, and onshore crude oil pipelines and terminals along the Gulf Coast. The Offshore Measurement Technician specifies, installs, tests, and repairs electrical and electronic equipment used in crude oil pipeline operations. The role performs pipeline measurements and regulatory equipment inspections, maintains required compliance documentation, supports field problem resolution with Maintenance and Operations, and maintains measurement and related equipment. The position is subject to applicable D.O.T. regulations and is considered safety sensitive, requiring pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of applicable experience or a technical degree.
Experience with and knowledge of high-voltage equipment and PLC units.
Ability to work independently with very limited supervision; must be a self-starter and responsible.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Allen Bradley and GE PLC units is preferred.
Prior experience with LACT/ACT systems is preferred.
Willingness or ability to travel, as some travel may be required.

Responsibilities

Specify, install, test, and repair electrical or electronic equipment used in crude oil pipeline operations, including pumps, motors, valves, actuators, meters, transmitters, flow computers, and programmable logic controllers (PLC).
Perform measurements, regulatory equipment inspections, and other duties required for daily pipeline operations.
Maintain regulatory compliance documentation for tasks performed.
Work with Maintenance and Operations to resolve field problems.
Test, calibrate, and maintain LACT/ACT units and associated equipment, including meters, monitors, and transmitters.
Take crude oil samples and repair crude oil sampling equipment.
Operate and maintain valves.
Launch and receive pipeline pigs.
Operate and maintain liquid meters, including orifice, turbine, PD, Coriolis, and ultrasonic meters.
Ensure the reliability of regulators and relief valves.
Meet performance training requirements established by local and federal agencies.
Successfully complete Operator Qualifications (OQ) training for tasks performed.
Participate in and promote the Company’s safety program to coworkers.
Adhere to applicable D.O.T. regulations and safety-sensitive position requirements, including pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing.