Operations & Maintenance Technician

Northeast Energy Center • Full-time • Charlton, MA, US • 3m ago

The O&M Technician is responsible for the operation and maintenance of liquified natural gas (LNG) equipment and systems related to ongoing LNG operations in a safe and efficient manner while working a rotating shift. The role requires taking equipment readings, conducting inspections, and performing maintenance tasks as assigned. Additionally, the position involves working without supervision, performing cleaning, CMMS compliance, and completing regulatory required training.

Performs field operations and maintenance activities while working a rotating shift
Loads trucks through all weather conditions
Performs mechanical, electrical, and or instrumentation work in the installation, repair, and maintenance of LNG plant equipment including but not limited to pumps, engines, motors, fans, hoists, compressors, piping, valves, filters, traps, and meters
Takes equipment readings, interprets abnormal readings and alarms to take predesignated corrective action including activation of emergency equipment and procedures
Operates all plant equipment as required for type of process in operation, liquefaction, trucking, and stand-by
Works without supervision on maintaining proper plant operation, security, and emergency equipment and procedures, notifies Supervision of any abnormalities
Interprets electrical schematics, piping, and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID), and process flow diagrams (PFD)
Performs work orders for inspections, preventive, and corrective maintenance
Completes company sponsored training as required
Performs other duties as required

Working Relationships

The O&M Technician reports to the O&M Supervisor and collaborates with all other plant personnel.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Physical requirements include working outside in all weather conditions, standing for extended periods of time, stair and ladder climbing, and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds. Protective equipment must be worn in the performance of duties (e.g., hard hats, safety glasses, ear protection, cryogenic gloves, and low and medium voltage protective equipment, etc.). Ability to work in Class 1 Div 2 hazardous environment is required.

Work Schedule

Regular scheduled workdays are based on a 12-hour rotating shift schedule. Position requires extended working hours and varied shifts with weekend and holiday work, as required by schedules, workload and plant conditions. "On call" status will periodically be required.

Safety

NEC LNG requires uncompromising vigilance and adherence to safety as a fundamental condition of employment:

Maintain constant awareness and exercise sound judgment to ensure your own safety and that of your colleagues
Observe every safety warning, notice, and sign posted on NEC LNG premises
Comply fully with all NEC LNG safety policies and procedures
Your commitment to these safety standards will be evaluated as part of your overall performance review

Fit for Duty

All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes a post-offer physical examination and drug screening and post-employment random drug screening. There are extensive smoking restrictions in and around the facility

This job description outlines the primary responsibilities and qualifications of the role but is not exhaustive; additional

Requirements

Ability to understand procedures and instructions specific to the area of assignment as would be acquired in four years of high school
Must be able to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Keep accurate equipment logs and records
Capable of interpreting electrical schematics, P&IDs, and process flow diagrams
The ability to work well with others and be self-directed, as well as apply creative solutions to unique problems is desirable

Benefits

NEC LNG offers a competitive total rewards package, including: