WHO WE ARE
Peoples Gas is the fastest growing natural gas utility in the Southeast with career opportunities that fit your future. Our organization is diverse - in people, opportunities, and careers. We foster a dynamic and inclusive workplace where safety, innovation and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do.
HOW WILL YOU HELP DRIVE THE FUTURE OF NATURAL GAS?
The Measurement & Instrumentation Technician supports the safe, reliable, and accurate operation of natural gas measurement and control systems. Across all levels, this role is responsible for maintaining and operating a wide range of equipment, including gas meters, chromatographs, analyzers, odorization systems, regulators, valves, RTU and SCADA systems, communication equipment, and auxiliary systems such as heaters and electrical equipment.
As technicians progress, they take on increased responsibility for more complex equipment and operations, including advanced pipeline systems and compressed natural gas (CNG) equipment.
All levels are expected to meet operational needs while ensuring compliance with company standards, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines. Senior-level technicians additionally support higher-level operational needs, system integration, and overall system reliability.
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
All Levels:
- High School Diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel. Strong mechanical abilities and skills. Detailed knowledge of applicable EPA, DOT, RRC, OSHA, NEC, AGA, API, and GPA requirements and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Excellent communication skills to interface with the customer base.
Measurement & Instrumentation Tech I:
- 2 years of experience working in the natural gas industry.
Measurement & Instrumentation Tech II:
- 4 years of natural gas measurement industry experience.
Measurement & Instrumentation Tech III:
- 4 years or more of relevant experience in a midstream operations role or equivalent.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Measurement & Instrumentation Tech I
- Install and maintain gas measurement equipment including but not limited to large meters, meter indexes and correctors, industrial AMR devices, and SCADA equipment.
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- Perform accuracy testing and calibration adjustments on gas measurement equipment such as meter instrumentation and meter volume correctors.
- Complete maintenance and calibration adjustments on SCADA field equipment as needed.
- Verify programming configuration of SCADA Remote Terminal Units, electronic meter correctors, and industrial remote units.
- Respond to industrial remote measurement system issues, including troubleshooting and repairing telecommunication equipment as required. Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair the communication link between field devices and corporate database servers.
- Plan, monitor, and perform preventative maintenance as determined and scheduled during testing. Track maintenance schedules in the Work Asset Management (WAM) system.
- Perform emergency response maintenance as needed, conduct on-site troubleshooting and corrective measures to gas measurement equipment.
- Construct new facilities and install modifications to existing facilities according to PGS Engineering designs and instructions. Work with division and corporate personnel in the installation of electrical and electronic interfaces for SCADA, telemetry, electronic measurement, chromatograph, odorization systems, and filtration equipment. Replace field electronic equipment to ensure effective integration.
- Maintain and operate facilities in compliance with applicable specifications, codes, safety standards, and operating procedures.
- Perform periodic accuracy tests including the calibration, inspection, and maintenance of all equipment related to quality and quantity determination.
- Install instrumentation and equipment in new and renovated measurement and/or regulation facilities
- Inspect and maintain all pressure and volumetric control equipment.
- Collect gas samples in compliance with partnership safety and industry guidelines.
- Participate in partnership safety programs and initiatives.
- Coordinate all gate station instrumentation and control installations with division and corporate personnel within assigned territory.
- Complete all required calibration documentation utilizing the work management system and ensuring procedures follow accepted engineering principles and company policies and procedures.
Measurement & Instrumentation Tech II
In addition to the duties of Measurement & Instrumentation Tech I:
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair large gate station equipment, including regulators, control valves, heaters, filters/strainers, and other filtration equipment.
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- Complete accuracy testing and calibration adjustments.
- Monitor and perform all preventative maintenance as determined and scheduled during testing. Track maintenance schedules in the Work Management System (WMS).
- Perform on-site emergency response maintenance as needed, conduct troubleshooting, and perform corrective measures.
- Maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, and repair CNG and gate station equipment including CNG trailers, compressors, heaters, CNG filling stations, regulators, control valves, heaters, filters/strainers, and any other associated equipment.
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- Understand the technical function and safely operate the Measurement and Regulation (M&R) CNG equipment and related accessories. Perform or manage all scheduling and preventive maintenance on M&R CNG equipment, including operational random and scheduled inspections, general housekeeping audits, and maintenance of M&R CNG stations, gate stations, and CNG fueling equipment.
- Establish and maintain an appropriate inventory of CNG replacement materials and vendor source list for materials. Track material usage and cost to help project future budgetary needs.
- Perform on-site emergency response maintenance as needed. Troubleshoot equipment, analyze equipment failures, determine corrective action, and successfully complete repairs.
- Complete all required calibration, inspection, and documentation utilizing company-approved procedures. Review equipment operating procedures for safety and alignment with accepted Engineering Principles for proper methods.
- Coordinate and oversee CNG construction and commissioning activities at M&R sites. Maintain schedules and documentation required to track projects, compliance, and equipment location to meet all regulatory requirements. Relocate CNG equipment to required destinations.
- Collaborate with company personnel, contractors, and vendors in the installation of gate station regulation, control, chromatograph, odorization systems, and filtration equipment. Troubleshoot and replace electronic and control equipment to ensure effective integration.
- Ensure that all field facilities related to gas distribution and transmission pipelines comply with Federal, State, and local electrical codes and perform other operational functions as assigned.
Measurement & Instrumentation Tech III
In addition to the duties of Measurement & Instrumentation Tech II:
- Coordinate all gate station instrumentation and control installations with division and corporate personnel within assigned territory.
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair the communication link between field devices and corporate database servers.
- Construct new facilities and install modifications to existing facilities according to PGS Engineering designs and instructions. Work with division and corporate personnel in the installation of electrical and electronic interfaces for SCADA, telemetry, electronic measurement, chromatograph, odorization systems, and filtration equipment. Replace field electronic equipment to ensure effective integration.
- Maintain and ensure the accuracy of gas chromatographs and gas quality equipment.
- Work closely with and monitor the work performed by outside contractors, power, and telephone utilities and provide directions and guidance to junior technicians.
WHO WILL BE A PART OF YOUR TEAM?
- Interfaces with all levels of team members and management.
- Interfaces with contractors, customers, consultants, government and/or regulatory agencies, vendors.
HOW YOU'LL CONTRIBUTE
- Builds Strong Collaborative Relationships
- Thinks Strategically & Exercises Sound Judgement
- Drives Operational Excellence for Customers
- Takes Ownership and Acts with Integrity
- Speaks up on Safety, Health, and the Environment
TECO Energy
702 N Franklin St
Tampa
Florida États-Unis
www.tecoenergy.com
