Offshore PWE Control Systems - I&E, Technician

Description

Main Purpose:

The Pressurized Welding Enclosure (PWE) Control System Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Technician installs, manages and maintains the Spark PWE Monitoring and Control System, including the installation of Spark PWEs.

Essential Functions:

• Serve as a Firewatch / PWE Attendant by preparing hot work areas through removing flammables and hazards from the hot work area(s), installing FR barriers in all line-of-fire locations, ensuring all Fire Fighting Equipment (FFE) is on-site, accessible and service ready
• Serve as a safety ambassador by working safely and adhering to all Spark, GIS, client and regulatory safety policies and procedures
• Report all defective PWE / Flame Resistant Clothing (FRC) equipment and materials (enclosure panels, leads and extension cords, gas detectors etc.) to the PWE Supervisor
• Support all crafts with manual transfer of PWE / FRC / Scaffolding / Welding materials and equipment to worksites
• Assist with the installation of Scaffolding in accordance with the Gulf Island scaffold safety program
• Install, calibrate, commission, function test, and operate the Spark PWE Monitoring and Control System in accordance with Spark PWE Procedures
• Maintain and repair the Spark PWE Monitoring and Control System, associated components and end devices
• Install Spark PWE Panels and FR Barriers in accordance with Spark PWE Procedures
• Maintain diligence during hot work to prevent exposure to fire / leak-path
• Assist in rigging activities as assigned to control the movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces, using chain falls, beam clamps, cable / nylon slings and other certified lifting equipment
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

Benefits Offered:

• Earned Wage Access
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Safety Awards
• Company Store
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Requirements

Physical Requirements:

• Standing, sitting, walking, stooping, kneeling, climbing, feeling, talking, hearing and seeing
• Turning, twisting, bending and balancing
• Pushing, pulling and reaching
• Must be able to lift and / or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally 50-75 pounds

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years experience in Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) / Distributed Control System (DCS) based Control Systems
• Previous experience in electrical /process control / automation
• Knowledge of pneumatic instrumentation
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and physical
• Must be able to pass a background check

Desirable Experience, Education and Training:

• Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs and priorities

Tools, Equipment and Technology:

• Offshore PWE equipment
• Spark PWE Monitoring and Control System
• Cerified lifting equipment
• Scaffolds
• PPE

Environmental Conditions:

80% to 90% of the work activities are performed outdoors. Individuals will be required to work in changes of temperature, hot, cold, humid, wet, and dry conditions, dust, mud, etc. They may also be exposed to fumes (Paint, paint thinners, diesel, /or gas, etc.) 

Gulf Island will not sponsor applications for work visas. Additionally, applicants for employment with Gulf Island must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Accordingly, Gulf Island will not consider applications from candidates who require the company to sponsor a work visa and who are not currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Gulf island is not accepting unsolicited candidates from search firms for posted employment opportunities. Please no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to Gulf Island employees via email, the internet, or any other form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for the position will be deemed the sole property of Gulf Island. No recruiting placement fee will be paid in the event Gulf Island hires the candidate due to the referral or through other means.

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