Specialist, Gas Measurement

Delta Utilities Services • New Orleans, LA

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About The Position

This position can be filled as a Specialist or Specialist, Sr depending on qualifications JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE Perform SCADA, Metering, Odorization & Regulating Functions of the Gas Field Operations Group according to Office of Pipeline (OPS) Safety Requirements. Provide Field Operations expertise (direction and support) to Engineering, Construction, Maintenance and Contractor Crews / Groups for design, construction, and maintenance projects.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to interpret and understand equipment installation and repair procedures, Equipment diagrams, maps & records.
• Fundamental knowledge of metering and pressure regulating principles.
• Fundamental background in basic electricity and electronics and ability to operate various electronic/technical equipment and instruments.
• Knowledge of Company Safety and Work policies.
• Knowledge of Pipeline Safety Regulations 49 CFR Part 192 related to Regulating, Odorization & SCADA Equipment.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivator.
• PC skills and understanding of computers.
• Have and maintain a current/valid driver's license.
• Ability to make decisions in high pressure situations alone.
• Must be available/able to work by himself/herself on nights, weekends and holidays with no special consideration.
• Subject to 24-hour callout.
• Must reside within 45 road miles of the reporting location.
• Class D with Class A CDL preferred driver’s license or with the expectation of obtaining one within the first 6-months of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of transmitter operation and calibration procedures
• 3-5 years natural gas industry experience
• Previous pneumatic and electronic instrumentation experience
• Experience with gas measurement configuration of flow computers and remote terminal units (RTUs)
• Understanding of different types of flow meters and AGA flow calculations
• Experience with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems and communication protocols between systems and remote measurement points (Modbus, Fisher ROC, RS-232, RS-485, etc)
• Knowledge of gas industry specific software (Fisher Roclink, Daniels Meter Link, Eagle Field Manager and other measurement specific software applications)
• Understanding of basic AC/DC circuits analysis.
• Knowledge of installing electrical conduit/wiring.
• Knowledge of control systems and different flow control types (pressure and flow)
• Knowledge of pipeline safety regulations
• Willingness to cross train in other functions of the Field Operations work group

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and replace/repair gas metering and pressure regulating devices.
• Test, calibrate and maintain gas metering, regulating, pressure recording and SCADA devices.
• Complete all documentation completely and accurately using paper and electronic media.
• Analyze data collected and determine remedial action needed to correct problems or potential problems.
• Perform all tasks within time and budget guidelines.
• Utilize Gas Operations computer application systems: work management programs and MS Office programs to help plan, schedule and document work.
• Assist with the evaluation and replacement of gas facilities (regulators, odorization, metering and SCADA equipment).
• Respond to Emergencies, after hour callout, weekends and holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED