Technician Sr, LNG

Southern Company•Riverdale, GA

About The Position

The Senior Technician is directly responsible for maintaining the reliable operation of the LNG plant’s natural gas liquefaction, boiloff, and vaporization process systems year-round. The role analyzes, troubleshoots, repairs, and performs preventive maintenance on plant equipment, process equipment, and control instrumentation. It also trains new LNG technicians and other plant personnel, provides operator shift coverage, and may work at other plants as needed. The position works with high-pressure gas, cryogenic liquids at approximately -260 degrees, high-temperature machinery, 4160-volt electrical systems, combustion chambers, and equipment at elevated heights. It includes responding to emergency callouts and supporting LNG plant and Gas Control needs on a 24/7 basis, as well as being available for weekends, holidays, and overtime or extended hours.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
3–5 years of experience maintaining and repairing industrial mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment and systems.
Ability to read P&Is, CLDs, and SLDs, or equivalent academic education and experience.
Function Block Programming (Ladder Logic).
Basic proficiency in MS Excel, MS Access, and MS Word.
Intermediate proficiency with the 7I Plant Maintenance System.
Stress management and industrial troubleshooting skills.
Company driving test.
Fire Fighting certification.
DOT physical examination, including drug and alcohol screening.
Forklift certification.
Knowledge or qualification in DOT 193 and NFPA 59A requirements, including confined space entry and fire training.

Nice To Haves

2–3 years of LNG Operator experience.
3–5 years of experience in power generation and high voltage.
3–5 years of control system experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain and repair plant equipment and controls, including gas turbines, security and surveillance systems, industrial engines and compressors, generators, boilers, regulators, control valves, cooling fans, and smart transmitters.
Perform preventive maintenance, including major engine and compressor overhauls, annual inspections, relief and control valve testing, and switch calibrations.
Maintain computerized records to ensure compliance with state, federal, and company policies and regulations.
Troubleshoot equipment and system problems involving AC/DC circuits, computer-controlled loops, programming, ignition systems, leak repairs, hazard detection systems, thermal transfer, medium- and low-voltage systems, and high-temperature combustion chambers; repair or replace equipment as needed.
Research and order specialty replacement parts, including comparing price and lead time, and prepare quarterly maintenance budgets.
Perform fabrication and provide technical assistance to contractors during capital projects.
Maintain LNG tanker systems and portable vaporization equipment, repair leaks, calibrate instruments, and train field personnel companywide.
Maintain tanker and hazardous materials endorsements.
Communicate maintenance techniques and procedures for state and federal agencies and company audits, including engineering, safety, insurance, and security audits.
Prioritize and plan preventive maintenance to meet the needs of all LNG plants.
Perform inventory control using the material management system.
Train new LNG technicians and other plant personnel.
Provide operator shift coverage and work at other plants when needed.
Respond to emergency callouts and the demands of the LNG plant and/or Gas Control on a 24/7 basis.
Maintain availability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime or extended hours.