Massachusetts Veterans Jobs

Measurement Technician

Job ID #: 28914 Location: MA-AGAWAM

Functional Area: Misc./Trades Position Type: Full Time

Experience Required: 1 - 3 Years Relocation Provided: No

Education Required: Associates Degree

RC/Department: 5737 -GPL-E-MEASUREMENT NORTH DIV 10 :WKPL

Position Description

The Measurement Technician position is based out of Kinder Morgan’s Tennessee Gas Pipeline (TGP) Agawam, Massachusetts location. This is a Monday through Friday position with on-call responsibilities nights and weekends. Kinder Morgan offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, two retirement plans, paid holidays, and paid time off. Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America.

To be considered for our Agawam, MA Measurement Technician job click on Apply Now to sign in or create an account to upload your resume. This position requires a lot of travel but very little is overnight. Measurement Techs are assigned a company vehicle and must maintain a good driving record.

Primary purpose:

Responsible for the installation, maintenance, operation and accuracy of all natural gas and/or liquid measurement and control facilities.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

Install, inspect, test, adjust, maintain, operate, troubleshoot, repair, calibrate, and remove advanced measurement, control and regulation equipment, SCADA and quality equipment

Detect measurement error and correct volumes as needed and provide supporting documentation

Monitor gas and liquid product volumes through the measurement system, insure all corrections are applied and proper qualities are applied

Interpret and apply electrical and electronic schematics pertaining to EFM and measurement electronics

Assess all facets of assigned facilities to insure accurate measurement and maintaining the company lost and unaccounted for gas and product with a high degree of ownership within the established corporate goals

Perform audits of custody transfer and control data when necessary

Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment as needed

Oversee the construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties

Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns

Complete appropriate documentation and paperwork

Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory and tariff requirements

Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence

Regular and predictable attendance

Represent Kinder Morgan in a professional manner with external customers

Be responsive to customer needs

Other duties as assigned

Our Measurement Techs come to Kinder Morgan from a variety of backgrounds, job titles, Military Occupational Specialties (MOS) and Career Management Fields (CMF). Many of our employees are Veterans who transitioned from Active Duty or currently serve in the Reserves. So whether you received your training while serving our Country in the military or while working in the private sector we encourage you to consider continuing your career as a Measurement Tech with Kinder Morgan.

Position Requirements

Education:

Associates degree in a technical field, or equivalent experience

Experience / Specific Knowledge:

Basic computer skills of MS Office, operating systems, company software

Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals)

Working knowledge of the National Electric Codes

Must respond to, and address, callouts and emergencies after regular business hours including after dark hours, which may require carrying a communication device

Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids and high pressure systems

Knowledge with electronic test instruments

Knowledge of gas and liquid chromatography

Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and electronic equipment used in gas and liquid product measurement and control

Knowledge of AGA, API, and GPA measurement standards

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

Possess a valid driver's license and meet company insurability requirements

May be required to achieve and maintain certifications as required to perform job duties

Competencies, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to effectively organize, plan, prioritize, document, and complete work with minimum supervision.

Adequate analytical and troubleshooting skills

Good verbal and written communication skills

Customer Focus

Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules

Ability to speak and understand English. Ability to work with others, take direction from supervisor(s), focus attention on details, and follow work rules

Work safely, provide safety feedback to teammates and oversee contractors work quality and safe job performance

Working Conditions:

May work in low-lit areas

Must be able to withstand extreme weather conditions

Must be able to frequently enter confined spaces, clime to and work from elevated platforms, ladders, and walkways, etc.

Depending upon the location and workload, travel will be required

Available for shift work when applicable

Physical demands: Ability to lift push-pull and carry up to 50 lbs, climb ladders on occasion.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned. Job level will commensurate with experience and skill sets. The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.