Technical Specialist / Sr. Technical Specialist

Boardwalk•Sulphur, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Boardwalk Pipelines is seeking a Technical Specialist / Sr. Technical Specialist for its Sulphur, Louisiana office. The position tests and performs mechanical maintenance on reciprocating engines, auxiliary equipment, and related facilities, while supporting daily Electrical, Controls, and Automation (E&I) activities in the assigned area. The role requires compliance with DOT, OSHA, and environmental regulations and includes occasional unscheduled or emergency work. The position performs valve and flow control inspections, tank gauging, maintenance and calibration of measurement and metering equipment, and inspections of over-pressure protection systems. It completes assigned measurement, mechanical, and E&I tasks, as well as preventive maintenance for compressor and meter station operations. The role identifies and reports abnormal or unsafe operating conditions, completes accident and near-miss reports, participates in emergency response, maintains compliance documentation, and completes assigned Operator Qualification (OQ) tasks. The role regularly leads projects and makes equipment-related decisions within its assigned area, with associated authority and accountability. It primarily supports that area but may occasionally assist elsewhere. Periodic call-outs and schedule adjustments may be required based on operational needs. The employee must maintain tools and equipment, promote safe work practices, complete Core Block training in safety, environmental, and company policies and procedures, and meet company-established physical and educational standards. The position requires self-motivation and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Requirements

More than 5 years of experience on pipeline, pump station, and terminal operating systems.
Knowledge of and experience with DOT 195 and DOT 192 compliance.
Mechanical maintenance experience.
Basic understanding of electricity and instrumentation.
Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with personnel at all levels.
Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize and schedule multiple projects.
Experience with Microsoft programs.
Ability to read, comprehend, and follow company procedures and manufacturers’ guidelines.
Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds for at least 50 feet to transfer tools and equipment.
Ability to operate valve control wheels for a minimum of 50 turns.
Ability to work alone as required in extreme weather conditions, including hot, cold, muddy, and wet environments.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Strong commitment to personal and team safety.
High school diploma.
Ability to meet company-established physical and educational standards.

Nice To Haves

10 or more years of petrochemical industry experience.
5 or more years of electrical experience.
5 or more years of instrumentation and automation experience.
5 or more years of gas measurement experience.
Technical school or college education.
Associate degree.

Responsibilities

Test and perform mechanical maintenance on reciprocating engines, auxiliary equipment, and related facilities.
Support daily Electrical, Controls, and Automation (E&I) activities in the assigned area.
Inspect valves and flow controls; gauge tanks; maintain and calibrate measurement and metering equipment; and inspect over-pressure protection systems.
Perform assigned measurement, mechanical, and E&I work and preventive maintenance for compressor and meter station operations.
Identify and report abnormal or unsafe operating conditions and complete accident and near-miss reporting.
Participate in emergency response activities.
Maintain assigned tools and equipment and promote safe work practices.
Lead projects when required and make equipment-related decisions within the assigned area.
Maintain required compliance documentation and successfully complete all OQ tasks assigned to the position.
Support the assigned area and occasionally assist other areas as needed.
Complete Core Block training in safety, environmental, and company policies and procedures.
Comply with DOT, OSHA, and environmental regulations.