Associate LNG Technician

Job Description

BHE GT&S has an exciting career opportunity for an Associate LNG Technician (Instrumentation)/LNG Technician (Instrumentation)/Sr LNG Technician (Instrumentation) at our Cove Point facility located in Lusby, MD.

Responsibilities

The Associate LNG Technician (Instrumentation) / LNG Technician (Instrumentation) / Sr LNG Technician (Instrumentation) reports directly to the Instrument Supervisor and is a member of multi-disciplined crew responsible for the SAFE Operation and Maintenance of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) import/export and re-gasification terminal including LNG process systems infrastructure controls, emergency response, electrical and emergency power generation, turbines, auxiliary control support systems, PLC, and Distributed Control System (DCS).

Dedication sensitivity to safety issues and compliance with policies and procedures is essential for the safe reliable and efficient operation of the terminal.

The successful candidate must be willing to work in an industrial environment with the bulk of their time spent performingfield work including working on complex and detailed systems, instrument installation, configuration, inspection, testing, calibration, troubleshooting and repairs of instruments that would be found in industrial facilities such as a power station, chemical plant, manufacturing facility, petrochemical NGL, cryogenic natural gas processing or hydrocarbon facility. The candidate should also be familiar with Industrial Safe Work Practices.

The Associate LNG Technician (Instrumentation) / LNG Technician (Instrumentation) / Sr LNG Technician (Instrumentation) specific job responsibilities include the following:

• Responsible for performing preventive, compliance and corrective maintenance inspections of instruments using appropriate tools and portable test equipment such as pressure gauges, manometers, loop calibrators, multimeters, and other similar test equipment.
• Testing process and flue gas reading analyzers and meters, recording data as required.
• Performing required engineering functions for instrument and control loop modifications
• Maintaining drawings and configuration documentation as related to instrumentation.
• Perform instrument and control equipment / system upgrades and/or modifications.
• Possibly training and guiding less experienced Instrument Technicians and addressing Operators' system concerns
• Perform duties required during the loading/unloading of LNG ships.
• Trains on environmental safety operations and security procedures
• Achieves the highest levels of environmental and safety compliance.
• May perform the duties of an LNG technician in a rotational shift environment including holiday weekends and nights.
• Performs all duties applying safety protocols and adhering to regulatory mandates.

Qualifications

Associate LNG Technician (Instrumentation)

• 0-2 years' experience in an industrial setting working in a mechanical field where hands on craft experience is gained.

LNG Technician (Instrumentation)

• Three (3) years of Instrumentation and Controls experience in an industrial setting

Sr. LNG Technician (Instrumentation)

• Five (5) years' experience in an industrial setting working in an Industrial and/or Controls setting or similar related field including related military experience.

• Basic understanding of the Distributed Control System (DCS) and LNG process systems
• Basic understanding of plant utilities, including air, water, power generation, sanitation and nitrogen
• Applied knowledge of automatic control instruments such as pressure, temperature, and flow transmitters, pressure gauges, thermometers, regulators, valves, control systems, and other components similar to what is found in a power station.
• Competency in performing preventive maintenance activities, testing flue gas, reading meters and recording data as required.
• Previous work experience demonstrating technical knowledge of control instrumentation.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations
• Ability to perform lab equipment calibration.
• Basic computer skills with a strong knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Analytical and deductive reasoning skills, oral and written communication skills, technical writing skills, instrumentation skills, and mathematical skills
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve equipment or process problems.
• Recent experience with LNG is preferred; however, petrochemical NGL, cryogenic natural gas processing, or hydrocarbon processing experience may be acceptable.
• Experience on CEMS or Gas Chromatograph equipment a plus.

Preferred: Experience with instrument corrosion technology, power generation, LNG production/processing or petrochemical industries considered a plus. Completion of a formal craft training program is a plus.

Education
Associate (Typically two years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess an associate degree.)

Preferred Degree
Instrumentation Technology

Preferred Licenses, Certifications, Qualifications or Standards
Must apply for and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card in good standing status.

This job (if filled at the Associate or Mid-Level requires recommended test results from the EEI Power Plant Maintenance Selection System (MASS)

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

About Us

BHE GT&S is an interstate natural gas transmission and storage company that gives large customers more options in moving gas safely, reliably and efficiently. Headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, with operations in 10 states, BHE GT&S employees take pride in our work and are committed to innovative and sustainable natural gas energy solutions. Through our liquefied natural gas facilities, multi-state pipeline systems, and storage operations we support a number of large customers, including major utilities, power plants, marine transportation and heavy-duty trucking, along with manufacturing. Our employees are integral to our success and work hard to exceed customer expectations. BHE GT&S encourages a safe and inclusive work environment. We provide fulfilling employment opportunities, are committed to attracting and retaining the best employees, and support an environment that reflects the diversity of our communities.

About the Team

At BHE GT&S, we celebrate diversity, equity and inclusion. BHE GT&S is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.