Associate Field Technician/ Field Technician/ Sr. Field Technician

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Must live within 30 miles of facility.

Boardwalk is a limited partnership operating in the midstream portion of the natural gas and natural gas liquids industry, providing transportation and storage services for our customers. Our 14,000 miles of pipeline and storage assets provide diverse market connectivity to producers and end-users who need reliable sources of natural gas for power generation, home heating or petrochemical feedstocks. We have the experience, knowledge, and flexibility to design service offerings and create system enhancements tailored to our customers’ needs throughout the 13 states in which we operate. As an organization focused on sustainability, we are committed to protecting the environment while delivering this energy source. This commitment is made to our customers, employees, and the communities in which we operate. We incorporate environmental stewardship, safety, and compliance into our day-to-day operations and seek to strengthen and support the communities we serve. Additional information about the company can be found online at www.bwpipelines.com.

We are currently looking for an Associate Field Technician/Field Technician/Sr. Field Technician in Houma, LA.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

This position is responsible for carrying out daily operations and maintenance tasks associated with the compressor station and pipeline activities and to assist with operations and maintenance of Gulf South Pipeline facilities located in the Houma, LA operating area. This position will be responsible for environmental health & safety and reliability for natural gas transmission through the pipeline system. Specific duties will consist of, but are not limited to, valve inspection and maintenance, tank gauging, pipeline locating, pipeline patrolling, gas sampling, damage prevention, one-calls, corrosion control, preventive pipeline maintenance and operations related to meter station, valve site and right of way maintenance, gas quality monitoring and assisting with construction and repairs of pipelines and associated facilities on land and in water/marsh areas. This position will be responsible for recognition and reporting of abnormal and safety related operating conditions, accident and near miss reporting, as well as emergency response. In addition, this position is also responsible for regulatory compliance, operations, maintenance, and repair procedures as associated with DOT, industry standards, manufacturer, and company guidelines as they relate to facility equipment and appurtenances. This position will be expected to learn and operate the Houma area and to be part of the on-call rotation related to pipeline operations and for responding to emergency or abnormal situations. The successful candidate will be required to live within 30 miles of the Houma, LA. in order to respond to call outs expediently and will be required to complete Core Blocks in Safety, Environmental and Company policies and procedures.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Physical Requirements - standing/walking; climbing stairs, ladders, and scaffolds; bending/stooping/squatting; carrying and lifting items 50 lbs. for a minimum of 50 feet
• Working conditions - exposure to extreme heat and/or cold temperature and enclosed spaces
• Mechanical aptitude
• Strong computer skills
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Problem solving skills and ability to manage filing system
• History of safe work
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Safe boat operations including launching, driving, and docking a boat independently.

PREFERRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with natural gas pipelines and compressor facilities
• Experience with DOT 192 Regulations

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• High School diploma or equivalent

PREFERRED EDUCATION:

• Associate degree or equivalent

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP maintains a drug-free workplace and will require pre-employment drug & substance abuse testing before hire.

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.