Measurement Technician

Measurement Technician

The position of Measurement Technician will be measuring the levels of batteries, storage tanks, scrubbers, and vessels in a plant and field environment. This role will be responsible for, and assist with, installing and maintaining mechanical and electronic measurement equipment, witnessing custody transfer meter calibrations, developing and applying skills in installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting natural gas, crude oil measurement systems, and pneumatic devices and controls.

Responsibilities

• Assists field personnel in installing and maintaining mechanical and electronic measurement equipment, witnessing custody transfer meter calibrations.
• Installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of natural gas measurement systems and pneumatic devices and controls
• Guides the Field and Engineering staff in implementing and conformance to the company measurement policies
• Possess the right and obligation to stop work if unsafe conditions exist or are suspected.
• Demonstrate a commitment to safety and environmental stewardship.
• Investigate measurement variances and prepare solutions to prevent further occurrences.
• Under general supervision, complete and maintain measurement schematics and measurement reviews.
• Under general supervision, install and maintain natural gas measurement equipment to Company standard.
• Witness third-party calibrations on check measurement stations.
• Witness calibrations of custody transfer meters.
• On 24-hour call for repairs at natural gas measurement sites.
• Prepare System Balance reports.
• Foster and maintain positive relationships with field personnel, landowners, and purchasers.

Qualifications

Skills and Competencies:

• Computer knowledge - Proficient utilizing MS Windows environment.
• Healthy initiative and self-starter with the ability to perform under pressure.
• Multi-task orientation with skills related to work prioritization.
• Ability to work with a team and communicate with other functions.
• Basic understanding of gas industry terminology.
• Working knowledge of applicable measurement standards.
• Strong mechanical and electronic troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of maintenance and installation of mechanical measurement equipment.
• Knowledge of maintenance and installation of electronic flow computers.
• Knowledge of meter tube design and installation.
• Knowledge of natural gas analysis and sampling procedures.
• Ability to identify operational inefficiencies.
• Understanding of Business fundamentals.
• Technical skills related to math and analytical thinking.
• Understanding of the importance of environmental and Safe Work Practices.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 40 lbs., Climb ladders and stairs. Walking, bending, stooping is required.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment, including a respirator.
• Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.

Qualifications:

• 3+ or more years of Measurement experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of oil and gas onshore production operations preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and self without direct supervision.
• High School Diploma or GED, at the minimum.
• Valid US Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.
• The candidate job radius is 1 hour from Jourdanton, TX.