Job description
Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life. Tallgrass has been recognized consistently over the last eight years as a Top Workplace. We are proud to promote Tallgrass as a Top Workplace as we continue to build and nurture an inclusive and rewarding environment.
At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support employees' physical, mental, and financial well-being through a comprehensive Total Rewards Program.
- Industry competitive pay
- Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
- Infertility Coverage
- 401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%
- Wellness Programs & Mental Health Resources
- Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
- Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
- Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off
- Identity theft protection
- Annual discretionary bonus
- Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
- Company vehicle (if applicable)
- Employee discounts; vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more
- Career pathing, development programs, and internship program
Location/Other:
We currently can hire for this position out of the following locations:
Williston, ND, and surrounding areas at management's discretion. The pay range listed for this position is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the time of posting.
Pay: 23.0000 Hourly
EQUIPMENT & CONTROLS TECHNICIAN PRIMARY PURPOSE:
To implement and maintain electrical power circuits and equipment, control and automation systems, electronic and pneumatic equipment used in pipeline, compressor stations, terminals, pump stations, plant operations and measurement facilities.
EQUIPMENT & CONTROLS TECHNICIAN ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for all activities related to electrical and control integrity including design, installation, inspection, maintenance, operation, troubleshooting, repair, calibration and adjusting various pneumatic, hydraulic, electric, electronic, and Programmable Logic (PLC) control systems.
- Perform preventative maintenance checks on pumps, compressors, drivers and auxiliary equipment.
- Perform Inspection and Maintenance (I & M) checks on all control systems.
- Maintain electrical switchgear and power distribution.
- Lead efforts to develop and implement changes to improve operational efficiency and safety.
- Evaluation/development/implementation/maintenance of facility grounding systems.
- Install, analyze, and repair security/intrusion systems.
- Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment as needed.
- Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory and tariff requirements.
- Identify, report and correct safety and environmental concerns.
- Complete appropriate documentation and paperwork.
- Oversee the construction, maintenance and/or work activities performed by third parties.
- Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence.
- Mentor fellow employees
- Deal with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy, and professionalism.
- Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone, using a high level of verbal skills and listen carefully.
- Maintain regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance.
- Will work non-traditional hours as needed.
- Will maintain Operator Qualification on all assigned covered tasks as determined by direct Supervisor.
- Maintain a high regard for personal safety, the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
- Other daily, weekly, monthly, or special project duties as identified and defined.
EQUIPMENT & CONTROLS TECHNICIAN MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION:
- Associate’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical field or a related discipline or three-five years in a similar role.
EXPERIENCE/SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE:
- Understand and operate all electronic test instruments.
- Good record of safe work practices.
- Working knowledge and experience preparing drawings of electrical circuits.
- Working knowledge and experience reading and interpreting electrical and mechanical blueprints and diagrams.
- Working knowledge and experience applying and interpreting results from common electrical measurement instruments (voltmeter, ammeter, ohmmeter, oscilloscope, thermal camera, battery test equipment, etc.)
- Working knowledge of National Electric Codes.
- Ability to estimate installation, operating and maintenance expenses associated with electrical and control systems.
- Ability to complete work assignments with minimal supervision in an acceptable time frame.
- Intermediate proficiency level in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES & REGISTRATIONS:
- May be required to achieve and maintain certifications as required to perform job duties.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals).
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to complete work assignments with minimal supervision in an acceptable time frame.
- Strong customer focus and attention to detail.
- Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job.
- Must be able to work with a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
- Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines.
- Ability to organize and prioritize daily work.
- Job level commensurate with experience and skill sets; position will be filled depending on qualifications, experience and skill sets of the successful candidate.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
All the physical requirements listed below are those that may be necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Sitting; standing; walking or moving throughout the facility; driving; talking; seeing (Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus); hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
- Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Varying working conditions from office settings to working outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
- Working with and around industrial hazards.
- Frequent travel, sometimes overnight, may be required.
- Occasional overtime may be required.
- Living environs will be relevant to the work location to address callouts and emergency response.
- Required to respond to after-hour “callouts” due to equipment and/or operational problems as needed.
- Will be required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.
- The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, including a credit report for certain positions, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
- None
PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES, SKILLS & ABILITIES (above the minimum requirements, not required but advantageous in this position):
Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position:
- Prior work experience in the natural gas industry, working with instrumentation, electronics and control systems.
- Understanding of process controls and gas processing fundamentals.
- Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids and high-pressure systems
- Knowledge and experience with high-pressure gas, processing equipment, pumps and reciprocating or gas turbine engines and compressors.
- Knowledge of company policies and practices, and regulatory and tariff requirements.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.
Tallgrass is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status. EOE/M/F/D/V
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