Plant I&E Technician I

Job Description

Job Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

The Plant I&E Tech I is responsible for performing calibrations to plant equipment and controls/instrumentation to provide efficient day-to-day operations of the plant. This position must continually strive to maintain the highest standards for safety, excellence, and professionalism, while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of Canes Midstream.

1. Perform and document preventative maintenance to plant equipment
2. Troubleshoot communication /instrumentation failures and make necessary repairs
3. Calibrate plant instrumentation on a regular basis
4. Perform documentation for critical equipment calibrations
5. Assist in major Electrical equipment repairs and plant shutdowns
6. Work with contractors in the plant to perform large maintenance projects
7. Obtain work permits and fill out JSAs
8. Source and order parts for equipment/instrumentation
9. Work on an On-Call rotation and work overtime as needed
10. Adhere to Canes Policies and Procedures as well as applicable industry standards and practices

Perform any other related duties as requested or assigned by supervisor.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability(ies) required.

• Solid understanding of gas flow characteristics
• Ability to use testing equipment including multimeters, amp meters, HART communicators, Vibration analyzers, pressure calibration equipment
• Basic understanding of PLCs and how they control end devices.
• Ability to troubleshoot analog valve positioners, analog transmitters, pressure switches, and level switches.
• Strong focus on safety and regulatory compliance applicable to the Oil & Gas Industry
• Track record of dependability and commitment to the role, team, and company
• Availability for callouts 24 hours a day on a rotating schedule
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and MS Office software

• High School diploma or GED equivalent is required
• Preferred at least 1 year instrumentation calibration/troubleshooting/replacement experienc
• Preferred minimum 1 year oil and gas experience

Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License and maintain insurability with corporate insurance company.

The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

The employee must occasionally lift/ carry push or pull up to 50 pounds. The employee must be capable of vigorous outdoor activities and have manual dexterity with physical ability to work extended hours, climbing, bending, kneeling, squatting, working with arms extended above the head, twisting upper body, standing for long periods, walking on catwalks, working in confined spaces, exposure to extreme weather conditions, driving a vehicle, and operation of forklifts and light industrial equipment. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and distance vision.

The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is routinely exposed to work in potentially flammable or hazardous atmospheres; near moving mechanical parts; in varying weather conditions typical of West Texas; in varying hours due to on-call rotation; in high noise and vibration areas; and wearing varying degrees of personal protective equipment.