Sr./Lead Technician Barstow CA

Berkshire Hathaway Energy•Barstow, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The technician position is responsible for day-to-day operation and maintenance of the pipeline system while demonstrating specialized expertise in one the following functional areas: compliance, controls, corrosion, measurement, or pipeline. In addition, the technician will demonstrate task expertise in two supporting functional areas. Essential job functions include duties and responsibilities of entry level technicians and must be proficient in three specialty areas and demonstrate seasoned expertise in order to progress to the next level. Applies a thorough knowledge of pipeline facility preventive maintenance and work described under the Kern River operations job progression system. Responsible for handling natural gas related to meter stations, pipeline facilities, corrosion control and right-of-way maintenance. Performs maintenance, troubleshooting and repair on cathodic protection systems, gas quality equipment, gas measurement equipment, and pipeline facilities. Handles facility encroachment activities including pipeline location, excavation, and inspection resulting from one-call notifications and/or direct calls. Interfaces with technical support, government agencies, local emergency planning committees, emergency responders, one-call agencies, landowners and contractors. Performs public education activities including formal presentations.

Requirements

Must have or acquire knowledge of operator qualification responsibilities and have the ability to perform operator qualification skills required for call out duties within six months of hire
Associate's degree in instrumentation electronics or equivalent experience is required
Typically, three years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess an associate's degree
Good organizational, interpersonal, and initiative skills
Effective oral and written communication skills
Good working knowledge of computers and desktop software (Outlook, Word and Excel preferred)
Ability to read and interpret operating manuals and engineering standards
Ability to learn/use specialty computer programs and equipment
Effective analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to identify facility operating issues and take necessary corrective actions
Must be 21 years or older
Have a valid driver's license
Be able to pass a commercial motor vehicle physical
Be able to drive in adverse road conditions
Must be able to work in remote locations, often working alone, sometimes in adverse weather/hazardous working conditions
Must be proficient with hand tools
Able to push/pull, walk, climb stairs and ladders, do some heavy lifting, work overhead and in cramped quarters
After-hours work as needed and routine on-call rotations subject to 24-hour a day callout are mandatory
Some out-of-area travel requirements

Nice To Haves

Experience in electronic systems and instrumentation with applications in measurement, corrosion control, and pipeline operations is preferred

Responsibilities

Day-to-day operation and maintenance of the pipeline system
Demonstrate specialized expertise in one functional area (compliance, controls, corrosion, measurement, or pipeline)
Demonstrate task expertise in two supporting functional areas
Proficient in three specialty areas and demonstrate seasoned expertise
Applies a thorough knowledge of pipeline facility preventive maintenance
Responsible for handling natural gas related to meter stations, pipeline facilities, corrosion control and right-of-way maintenance
Performs maintenance, troubleshooting and repair on cathodic protection systems, gas quality equipment, gas measurement equipment, and pipeline facilities
Handles facility encroachment activities including pipeline location, excavation, and inspection
Interfaces with technical support, government agencies, local emergency planning committees, emergency responders, one-call agencies, landowners and contractors
Performs public education activities including formal presentations