Measurement Technician

The role

You will operate and maintain the Bayrunner pipeline, its gas measurement equipment, gas quality analyzers, compressors and related field operations. The work covers pipeline and meter stations in the Alice, TX and Corpus Christi, TX area.

What you will do

• Start, stop and operate engines to maintain designated operating parameters.
• Conduct pipeline pigging and install, repair, service and maintain valves, pipe and pipeline appurtenances.
• Perform all gas measurement calibrations and maintenance for ultrasonic meters, gas chromatographs, H2S, H2O and O2 analyzers and PLCs.
• Coordinate maintenance of facilities and equipment, including right-of-way, coating, backfilling, concrete, painting and building work.
• Oversee construction and maintenance by third parties, including inspection of one-call tickets.
• Perform governmental compliance activities such as line patrol, road and railroad crossing inspections and valve inspections.
• Operate, maintain and repair equipment such as tractors, pick-up trucks, water pumps, air compressors and coolers.
• Assist with cash flow management, cost monitoring and budget planning and forecasting.
• Participate in developing O&M procedures, site specific procedures, project scopes and work plans.
• Communicate status updates and represent the Company with landowners, tenants and public and emergency officials.

Required qualifications

• High School Diploma, or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of related experience.
• Valid driver's license and meet company insurability requirements.
• May be required to possess a commercial driver's license and comply with commercial vehicle regulations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, various operating systems and basic math.
• Knowledge of reading and interpreting blueprints, P&IDs and other diagrams.
• Knowledge and experience in safe handling of flammable gases, liquids and high/low pressure systems; follow PPE guidelines.
• Ability to work in changing climate conditions.
• Ability to work with a team, take direction, keep schedules, focus on details and follow work rules.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; fluency in English is required.
• Ability to lift, push and pull at least 75 lbs., work in tight spaces and climb to and work from elevated platforms and ladders.

Benefits

• Employer matched 401(k).
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Other benefit offerings.

Before you apply

• Must be willing to live within approximately 50 miles of Alice, TX or Corpus Christi, TX area.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Must be able to respond to call outs and emergencies.

About the company

whitewatermidstream operates the Bayrunner pipeline and its receipt and delivery meter stations in the Alice and Corpus Christi, TX area.