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POSITION OVERVIEW
The Maintenance Analyzer Technician reports directly to the Maintenance Analyzer Supervisor and is a member of a multi-disciplined crew responsible for all operation and maintenance activities of the liquefied natural gas (LNG) import and regasification terminal. Dedication, sensitivity to safety issues and compliance with policies and procedures are essential for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the terminal.
This is a DOT position.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The Analyzer Technician is responsible for the following:
Ensure compliance with DOT, FERC, OSHA, USCG, and other governing organizations as applicable. Maintains the facility recognizing the environmental consequences of actions taken and striving for the highest levels of environmental and safety compliance. Records maintenance data and informs supervisor of potential problems and failures in a timely manner. Works with Analyzer/Measurement Supervisor and production team to resolve problems and improve plant reliability and safety. Performs maintenance and calibration on all gas chromatographs, CO2, H2O, Instruments. Performs maintenance and calibration on meter skid instrumentation and related instruments. Performs maintenance and calibration on tank gauging instrumentation and systems. Trains on environmental safety, operations, and security procedures. Performs all duties applying safety protocols and adhering to regulatory mandates. Diagnose malfunctioning analyzer systems and components using test equipment and hand tools to find the cause of breakdown and correct the problem. Carries out other assigned duties as responsibilities. Maintain calibration gases for analyzers. Ability to work weekends, holidays and respond to callouts on a non-routine basis. Must be able to respond to off hour emergencies. Performs the duties of an Analyzer/Measurement Technician in an eight- or ten-hour day shift Monday through Friday. Available to work a rotating shift schedule. The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the necessitated by business demands.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Knowledge:
Must understand plant surroundings and can identify relevant equipment. Understand the physical properties of cryogenic processes. Possess basic knowledge of safe handling practices, governmental regulations and related technical and safety codes, standards, and reporting requirements. Must have knowledge of plant rules and guidelines regarding relevant equipment operations, certification requirements, FERC, USCG, DOT, and OSHA regulations. Possess knowledge of plant equipment maintenance protocols, equipment diagnostics, and building construction and repairs.
Skills:
An acute sensitivity to safety issues in a hazardous environment Dedication, sensitivity to safety issues, compliance with policies and procedures are all essential for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the terminal Able to follow directions and quickly formulate and effectively communicate questions if clarification of an assignment is required Able to apply existing skills in new roles and or environments Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communications skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, and have aptitude for learning new software applications and systems Able to key features of relevant software to perform job duties Ability to read and interpret schematics Ability to work weekends, holidays and respond to callouts on a non-routine basis Must be able to respond to off hour emergencies Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment with personal characteristics of integrity, accountability and dependability is also required Must be able to work up to 16 hours per day, weekends, callouts, and work flexible shifts.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education and Certifications: High School diploma or equivalent is required. Formal education in related technical or engineering discipline or related military training/experience is desirable. Experience: Plant maintenance experience in related industry or military setting is required. Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and personal characteristics of integrity, accountability, and dependability are also required. Experience with LNG or other cryogenic hydrocarbon liquids experience is a plus. Technician 2: 2+ years relevant work experience required. Technician 3: 4+ years relevant work experience required.
DIRECT REPORTS
There are no direct reports to this position.
FREEDOM TO ACT
The Instrument Technician requires supervision but must also use sound judgment and make good decisions.
WORK CONDITIONS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, work at height above ground on stairs and catwalks, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk or hear, smell type, and write. Must be able to board a ship via a gangway, climb to the top of a tank (200+ steps), scale vertical steel ladder up to forty feet or more in height and lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work indoors and outdoors, and be exposed to year-around weather conditions, ocean environment, noise, and occasionally process gases and vapors. There is a considerable number of outdoor activities involved. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Subject to random drug and alcohol testing, per applicable federal regulations. Required to pass regularly scheduled physical examinations mandated by regulatory authorities. Required to obtain mandated certification by attending Company-sponsored training in basic first aid, CPR, and LNG firefighting. All responsibilities must be met in a rotating shift environment, including holidays, weekends, and nights. Must be able to pass a background check to obtain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) card issued by the Transportation Security Administration and must maintain good standing status.
ADA JOB REQUIREMENTS
Reasonable accommodations will be made to ensure that the essential functions of the job can be performed and not hinder the employee's performance due to physical, mental, or emotional disability.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Cheniere Energy is an equal opportunity workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected categories. This includes providing reasonable accommodation if requested for disabilities or religious beliefs and practices.