What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician position at Targa Resources?
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for operation, installation, diagnosis, troubleshooting, repair, preventive maintenance, and overall proper function of all types of mechanical equipment, including but not limited to the following: pumps, steam turbines, compressors, gear boxes, cooling fans, couplings, seals, and all rotating equipment.
JOB FUNCTIONS AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Targa Resources provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria and without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees’ beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Targa’s policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Targa.
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for operation, installation, diagnosis, troubleshooting, repair, preventive maintenance, and overall proper function of all types of mechanical equipment, including but not limited to the following: pumps, steam turbines, compressors, gear boxes, cooling fans, couplings, seals, and all rotating equipment.
JOB FUNCTIONS AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs routine startup/shutdown of field equipment, such as pumps, engines, compressors, heaters, etc.
- Perform housekeeping tasks
- Training of co-workers in safe and proper job procedures
- Direct and Monitor work of contractors
- In depth working knowledge/operation of engines, compressors, glycol units.
- Recognize equipment malfunctions and perform maintenance as needed
- Use of basic hand tools and lifting devised in performing maintenance.
- Other duties as assigned
- Completion of advanced mechanical training or certificates, or equivalent work experience (2 years)
- In depth working knowledge/operation of engines, compressors, glycol units.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver’s license and safe driving record
- Interpersonal communication skills are required in order to interface with all affected teams, personnel, and vendors; able to work in a self-directed work team.
- Must be proficient in the use of all Microsoft Office software modules, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and others
- Must work with a minimum of supervision and be able to manage their time when given multiple tasks.
- Follow and adhere to all applicable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines (ex: eye protection, footwear, Nomex).
- Outdoor and indoor working conditions (may include some weekend, nighttime and/or inclement weather)
- Live within 60 miles of Dilley, TX
- Regular and reliable attendance is required.
- 3 years’ experience in maintenance of natural gas stationary engines and compressors
- Has a good understanding of utilizing horsepower and compression.
- Able to troubleshoot equipment /process failures.
- Good computer skills
- Process Safety Management knowledge
- Ability to lift, push, and pull at least a minimum of 50lbs.
- Ability to work in changing climate conditions.
- Able to work in close quarters: i.e., work while kneeling, squatting, sitting, climbing, and standing
Targa Resources provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria and without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees’ beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Targa’s policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Targa.