Energy Transfer · 11 hours ago
Commissioning Tech
Odessa, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expEnergy Transfer is a single-source provider of natural gas compression equipment and services to the oil & gas industry. The Commissioning Tech will be responsible for troubleshooting and repairing natural gas engines and compressors, leading investigations for equipment failures, and performing commissioning tasks for compressor packages. The role also involves supervising installations, mentoring new technicians, and ensuring compliance with safety and company policies.
EnergyOil and GasRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Troubleshooting, diagnosing and repairing natural gas engines, compressors, generators, coolers, and/or other power-driven equipment
Lead root cause investigations for equipment failures
Inspect engines, compressors and mechanical equipment, diagnose problems and determine extent of necessary repairs
Perform all tasks for commissioning of natural gas compressor package, including but not limited to drive coupling alignments, mechanical clearance checks, equipment performance evaluation and tuning, instrumentation calibration, control panel configuration, operational training, etc
Complete all OEM and Packager pre-start and post start inspections/tasks and document in appropriate checklists/reports
Submit warranty registration documentation to OEMs to register customer owned equipment for warranty
Complete baseline vibration/emissions analysis for new equipment
Supervision of compressor package installation. Must have complete working knowledge of a natural gas compressor package and equipment installation procedures
Supervise field overhauls and maintenance of compressors and engines (occasional)
Mentorship of new employees/technicians
Performing lockout/tagout, starting/stopping of equipment
Use of hand tools, power tools, and electronic diagnostic equipment
Perform job duties in a safe and efficient manner
Must meet required production rate expectations
Must adhere to company policies and procedures
Understanding of equipment repair manuals
Performs other functions/duties as required
Must be willing to travel for extended periods of time. (up to 6 weeks if necessary)
Must drive assigned company truck from home base to customer locations through US
Qualification
Required
High school education or GED
Caterpillar Gas Engine training certifications
Ariel Compressor training/certifications
Waukesha engine training
EMIT Control Panel training
Must have experience with heavy mechanical, some electrical service, and mechanically inclined with the ability to trouble shoot, diagnose, inspect, advised, and repair. Must have the ability to learn and work independently
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers Internal as well as external
Ability to write reports of a technical nature
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusion
Critical thinking and decision-making skills are essential to balance customer needs with company cost
Good customer management skills are required in order to maintain customer confidence
Must be computer literate
Must speak fluent English
Prior experience for commissioning Caterpillar 3500/3600 series engines is required
Prior experience for commissioning Ariel compressors is required
Experience with installation of natural gas compressor packages is required
Preferred
Vibration/Emissions Analysis experience is preferred
3 years industry experience is preferred
3 years commissioning experience preferred
Allen Bradley – RsLogix software (preferred, not required)
Company
Energy Transfer
Energy Transfer LP (NYSE: ET) owns and operates one of the largest and most diversified portfolios of energy assets in the United States, with more than 125,000 miles of pipeline and associated energy infrastructure.
10001+ employees
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