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Plains All American · 7 hours ago

Electrical & Instrumentation Technician I

Del Rio, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

2+ years exp

Plains All American is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil and natural gas liquids. The Junior E&I Technician provides electrical and instrumentation support through the installation, calibration, maintenance, and repair of designated equipment and systems.

EnergyLogisticsOil and GasTransportation

No H1B

Responsibilities

Executes tasks with a moderate level of guidance and direction; works with little supervision on routine maintenance and projects

Schedules and performs inspections and maintenance of electrical equipment at substations, pump stations, valve & manifold sites, etc

Maintains equipment in accordance with the maintenance control system by creating service requests, sourcing parts for servicing, completing work orders, and retaining service records

Conducts required preventative maintenance tasks on DC and AC motors referencing vendor manuals guidelines and applicable codes and resolve abnormal conditions using vendor manual recommendations (e.g., poor contacts)

Conducts required preventative maintenance tasks on batteries, rectifiers, and inverters referencing vendor manual guidelines, and resolve abnormal conditions using vendor manual recommendations

Performs lockouts and isolations on company facilities

Tests and ensures correct operation of transmitter, safety, and protective devices

Tests and ensures correct operation of switchgear, substations equipment and technology, motors, valve operators/actuators and tank gauging equipment

Tests and ensures the correct operation of electrical control devices

Tests and maintains low voltage distribution panels

Performs any electrical or SCADA system repairs needed by Pipeline Control Center or Operations

Installs SCADA equipment, Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Human Machine Interfaces (HMI), and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

Installs, programs, and troubleshoots various electronic metering devices (e.g., Omni Flow Computers, densitometers, Coriolis and Krohne meters)

Installs conduit and associated wiring in accordance to engineered drawings

Inspects and repairs AC/DC equipment including emergency battery backup power devices

Services electricals valve actuators referencing vendor manual guidelines

Assists senior personnel with line location & operational functions (e.g., gauging, proving, meter ticketing, etc.)

Participates in construction projects and planning, turnaround planning, installing, and commissioning, and other special assignments or projects within terminals and pipelines

Participates in the maintenance and operating of stations, terminals, mainline, gathering systems, and associated equipment

Performs routine operations and maintenance functions as applicable

Completes all necessary paperwork for regulatory compliance on electrical and instrumentation equipment

Complete safe work permits, near miss, and incident reports

Communicate problem areas and recommendations to the appropriate level

Responsible for ensuring that safety, regulatory, and operation integrity policies are followed

Accountable to inform senior personnel of hazard identification and near misses

Responds to breakdown and emergency equipment failures

Responsible for minor purchases, basic cost tracking, and reporting

Ensures adequate material and inventory stock levels are maintained

Qualification

Electrical systems maintenanceProgrammable Logic Controllers (PLCs)High voltage systemsElectrical code knowledgeSCADA systemsTechnical drawings comprehensionSafety practicesBasic computer skillsTeamworkCommunication skills

Required

High school diploma or equivalent

Ability to speak, read, and write English

Ability to perform basic math

Ability to work in a team-based work environment, with strong communication and interpersonal skills

Must be able to read and comprehend electrical drawings, pipeline maps, other technical drawings / schematics, and technical operational manuals, and perform load studies, and related calculations

Must know electrical code requirements and specifications associated with pipeline / facility operations as well as all applicable federal, state, and provincial government regulations

Must have familiarity with electrical theory and electrical skills and know basic requirements for wire/wiring and conduit installation

Must have experience or training with high voltage electrical systems and safety

Should also have experience in substation and switchgear work

Should be trained in all types of protective devices associated with pipeline operations, including mechanical and solid-state protective relays, breakers, motor windings, RTDs, temperature transmitters and vibration sensors/recorders, and associated devices

Proficient at installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing basic industrial electrical systems

Proficient with basic AC/DC voltage measurement as well as capacitance and amperage testing

Proficiency in working with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), flow computers, UPS system inverters, and back-up battery system maintenance

Proficiency in troubleshooting and repair of motor starters/capacitors, field tank gauges, transmitters, relay-controlled field devices, LACT units and associated timers and controls

Proficient in safe work practices and procedures

Understanding of pipeline and facility operations and controls, with basic knowledge of the respective area's pipelines and facilities

Competent in line locating and the performance of basic crossings

Knowledge of pipeline measurement balances and standards

Must have basic computer skills: Excel, Microsoft Office, Word, etc

Must be familiar with PHMSA and OSHA regulations

Must have an outstanding safety record

Ability to successfully complete company Haz-Mat training, required DOT operator qualifications to perform pipeline mechanical operations, and mandatory safety training

Ability to work in moderate to heavy physically demanding working conditions, including working outdoors in an open environment with extremes of heat and cold

Legally authorized to work in the job posting country

Valid drivers' license with a clean abstract

Cleared criminal history (background) and satisfactory reference checks

Compliance with the Company's drug and alcohol policy including pre-employment screening

This position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of their employment