Associate Field Technician/ Field Technician/ Sr. Field Technician

Associate Field Technician/ Field Technician/ Sr. Field Technician

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.

We are currently looking for an Associate Field Technician/ Field Technician/ Sr. Field Technician for our Dubach, LA location.

Position Description

To carry out daily operation and maintenance tasks associated with the Sharon pipeline system in the Sharon Area. This position will be responsible for environmental, health & safety and pipeline and compressor operations 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, and one call duties for the pipeline. This position will be responsible for performing all assigned construction duties as well as preventive pipeline maintenance and operations related to meter station, corrosion control, and right of way maintenance. 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 this role, you will also be responsible for regulatory compliance, operations, maintenance, and repair procedures associated with DOT, industry standards, manufacturer, and company guidelines as they relate to facility equipment and appurtenances. This position will be expected to respond to call-outs and be on a call-out rotation related to pipeline and compressor station activities. Qualified candidates must live within 30 miles of the Sharon Compressor Station to respond to call outs expediently. A successful candidate 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 cold temperatures and enclosed spaces
• Strong computer skills
• Excellent verbal communications skills
• Problem solving skills and ability to manage filing system
• History of safe work
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Current Drivers License with clean record.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

• Experience working with natural gas pipelines and compressor facilities as well as familiar with DOT 192 Regulations
• College or technical school degree
• Mechanical and/or Electrical degree
• Mechanical and/or Electrical industry related training

Required Education

• High School Diploma

Preferred Education

• Associate/Technical Degree

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

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