Technician, Instrumentation & Electrical

Venture Global LNG•Sulphur, LA

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Venture Global LNG (“Venture Global”) is a long-term, low-cost provider of American-produced liquefied natural gas. The company’s Louisiana-based export projects service the global demand for North American natural gas and support the long-term development of clean and reliable North American energy supplies. Using reliable, proven technology in an innovative plant design configuration, Venture Global’s modular, mid-scale plant design will replace traditional designs as it allows for the same efficiency and operational reliability at significantly lower capital cost. We are seeking qualified applicants for the position of Technician, Instrumentation & Electrical located in Sulphur, LA. General Description: The Technician, Instrumentation & Electrical will report to the Operations Manager. The Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems and instrumentation equipment that support safe and reliable facility and pipeline operations. This role ensures operational uptime while maintaining compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

Requirements

Minimum of a high school diploma or GED; Technical degree in Electrical, or applicable nationally recognized standard Certification. (i.e. NCCER / NICET).
5+ years of experience in industrial electrical and instrumentation maintenance
Strong working knowledge of electrical systems up to 480V
Experience with PLC systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.)
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and control schematics
Valid driver’s license
Strong knowledge of electrical industrial standards and regulations
Applied knowledge of electrical and controls such as medium and low voltage generators, motors, switchgear, motor control centers, cathodic protection, motor operated valves, lighting
Knowledge with CMMS systems work management process (Work order process)
Interact with a range of internal and external stakeholders
Experience with MOC, PSSR, HAZID/HAZOP
Periodic travel to project sites and consultant offices
TWIC holder or ability to obtain TWIC
Must possess valid driver’s license and meet company insurability requirements
May be required to possess a commercial driver’s license, drive a company commercial vehicle and comply with all commercial vehicle regulations
Strong leadership and organizational skills are required
Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic ability
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of an organization and with individuals and groups from different disciplines, industries and governmental agencies
Organized, strong planning skills, able to manage multiple activities in timely fashion and with a high degree of accuracy, able to meet work deadlines.
Analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills.
Computer knowledge including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Ability to work independently in remote locations
Strategic planning & operational excellence.
Commitment to the highest safety and quality standards.
Position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing per 49 CFR Part 40
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and enter confined spaces
Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays and respond to call outs and emergencies
Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules
Must be able to respond to an emergency at the station within 60 minutes

Nice To Haves

Maintenance planning and scheduling experience preferred
Understanding of project development and delivery
Experience in natural gas and/or midstream operations
SAP experience is preferred
Journeyman Electrician preferred

Responsibilities

Participate in commissioning activities
Assist with the CMMS build out
Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems up to 480V (motors, MCCs, breakers, transformers)
Troubleshoot and maintain instrumentation including pressure, flow, temperature, and level devices
Calibrate transmitters, control valves, and analytical equipment
Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on electrical and control systems
Troubleshoot PLCs, RTUs, and SCADA interfaces
Interpret electrical schematics, one-lines, loop diagrams, and P&IDs
Support startup, commissioning, and shutdown activities
Maintain documentation, work orders, and compliance records
Ensure adherence to OSHA, NFPA 70E, and company safety standards
Participate in emergency response and after-hours call-outs as required
Functions as Maintenance SME (Subject Matter Expert) for Electrical systems
Understand maintenance work scope and applicable Operations and Maintenance processes and procedures
Understand the execution of preventive and corrective maintenance electrical work according to VG Pipeline HSSE process, procedures, standards and regulations
Provide tracking, status reporting, and project progress updates to project management
Responsible for population of Load Sheets associated with the workstream.
Functions as interface between Maintenance, Engineering and other VG departments
Coordinate identification of local suppliers for spare data/pricing information
Travel including nights and weekends, as needed
Other duties as required