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Energy Transfer Partners

Operates energy transport and storage network

Instrumentation and Electrical Technician

Controls & Automation EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBeaumont, TX, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • Relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience is required according to the selected level: Level C requires 0–2 years, Level B requires 2–4 years, and Level A requires 4 or more years.
  • A valid driver’s license and demonstrated safe driving record are required.
  • Ability to maintain motor controls, relay logic, remote terminal units, and instrumentation and electrical associated end devices is required.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook and Word, is required.
  • Experience using software to troubleshoot, design, or configure control solutions specific to InTouch Wonderware, FactoryTalk, Allen-Bradley RSLogix, or DeltaV is required.
  • Extensive knowledge of DOT 192, DOT 193, and DOT 195 requirements for testing and documentation for plants, compressor stations, pipelines, and facilities is required.
  • Demonstrated understanding of the National Electrical Code and OSHA 1910 as they relate to electrical systems is required.
  • Frequent exposure to heat, cold, and other adverse weather conditions is required.
  • The role requires standing, walking, bending, stretching, reaching above shoulder height, and climbing ladders up to 25 feet; occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds with or without assistance may be required.
  • Work may involve confined spaces, industrial and construction settings, hazardous products, processes, materials and chemicals, extreme temperatures, loud machinery, and appropriate personal protective equipment.
  • Reliable attendance at work is required.
  • The employee must be able to respond to call-outs after working hours, at night, on weekends, and on holidays.

Responsibilities

  • Provide instrument and electrical technical support to construction, plant facilities, and field operations.
  • Repair, install, troubleshoot, and perform predictive and preventative maintenance on control systems, natural gas compression or pump stations, supervisory control and data acquisition systems, and other equipment in gas and liquid facilities and pipelines.
  • Inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain process control systems such as programmable logic controllers or distributed control systems and similar equipment.
  • Install, diagnose, and maintain supervisory control and data acquisition systems, plant, pipeline, and compressor instrumentation and electrical equipment components in compliance with partnership procedures and regulatory requirements.
  • Install, diagnose, and maintain pneumatic and intelligent instruments, electrical distribution systems, motor control gear, and associated equipment software.
  • Install, diagnose, and maintain programmable logic controller or distributed control systems, process controls, and safety controls.
  • Read and interpret manuals, policies, engineering standards, regulations, drawings, and schematics, including electrical, pneumatic, and piping and instrumentation diagrams.
  • Test, calibrate, and document plant and compressor station control and safety devices according to DOT 192, DOT 193, DOT 195, or applicable PSM 1910 requirements, and keep required preventative maintenance frequencies current.
  • Participate in call-out and on-call requirements and partnership safety programs and initiatives.
  • Perform specialized technical work, including developing complex design projects and cost estimates, evaluating electrical systems, building and maintaining emergency shutdown systems, and maintaining gas turbine or skid unit control systems.
  • Provide work direction and oversight, and inspect work performed by third-party contractors.
  • Provide mentoring and oversight to less qualified employees.
  • Provide accurate written and electronic reporting.
  • Comply with partnership safety policies and procedures.
  • Perform energy isolation lockout/tagout procedures.
  • Travel overnight occasionally as required.

Desired Qualifications

  • A state electrical license is preferred.
  • An associate degree in Instrumentation is preferred.
  • Related software and system certifications, such as FactoryTalk or DeltaV, are preferred.

About the Company

Energy Transfer Partners

Operates energy transport and storage network

Energy Transfer Partners owns and operates a large network of pipelines and energy infrastructure across the United States, supporting natural gas midstream activities, interstate and intrastate transport, storage, and the movement of crude oil, NGL, and refined products. It runs NGL fractionation and owns Lake Charles LNG, and it has equity stakes in Sunoco LP and USA Compression Partners with general partner interests. Revenue comes from transportation fees, storage services, and the sale of energy products, backed by a diversified asset base across 44 states. Its goal is to provide reliable, integrated energy transport and storage infrastructure that supports national energy markets and delivers value through steady access to transportation and related services.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Dallas, TX
Founded
1995

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