Lead Service Technician - Chemical Cleaning, Flushing & Umbilical Services (BlueFin)

Company Profile

BlueFin, a GATE Energy Company, is a leading independent service company with a suite of project execution niches and specialty equipment, covering a full range of pipeline and process, mechanical, intelligent completions, and fluid flushing and filtration services. Our clients range from Operators to General Contractors in the upstream and midstream market sectors of the oil and gas industry. BlueFin is based in Lafayette, LA.

Job Summary

The Lead Service Technician I is responsible for execution of tasks as assigned by the Service Supervisor, Project Manager, or other Management. The Lead Service Technician may be responsible for leading shifts and/or small crews. Specific job tasks would include but not be limited to assisting with high velocity flushing, including lube oil, NAS filtration, particle counting, chemical cleaning, hydro-blasting, umbilical services, harsh chemical pumping, and pressure testing. The Lead Service Technician I will conduct all activities in an accountable, respectful, and professional manner at all times and fully support the completion of work in accordance with BlueFin quality and safety standards. Works under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Direct and perform field services in accordance with work plan, procedures and/or SOP, and ability to distinguish the work at hand from the work plan/procedure and how to proceed while making field decisions to drive the project
• Understanding of how to operate pump(s), filtration services, flushing of certain process systems, process flows and drawings, tools that are used, etc.
• Knowledge and proven ability to operate equipment utilized and to train employees on such equipment
• Lead a field work shift of no more than 2 personnel
• Proficient in one or more pipeline and process services product lines with a working knowledge of two or more
• Ability to train and develop Service Technicians on job requirements
• Service, maintain, repair, and test equipment/ tools for pre/post jobs or as instructed in shop
• Load/ unload equipment when required
• Write or participate in writing Job Safety and Environmental Analysis (JSEA) for job task assigned
• Increase knowledge and participate in training on other product lines and services
• Participation and compliance with BlueFin HSE and Quality Management System
• Comply with all company policies (Safety, quality, general, SOP’s, etc)
• Required to work on both land and offshore jobs
• Available 24-hour call (except for scheduled PTO)
• Have reliable means of transportation to and from BlueFin office
• Travel through United States and Gulf of Mexico; staying overnight for extended periods
• Communicate effectively with clients and co-workers both office and field related
• Other duties as assigned

Experience and Education

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent preferred
• 5 years’ experience in the energy industry, or related sector
• 3 years of experience in related field position
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Physical Requirements

• Extensive travel may be required
• Ability to work in harsh environmental conditions
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen, Fit for Duty, and / or physical

BlueFin Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. BlueFin Services is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for qualifying individuals in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

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