Communication Technician

Energy Transfer
Odessa, TX
Energy Transfer , recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers , is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America’s energy . We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where w e have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, The American Red Cross, Ronald McDonald House and many more.

We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO and abundant career opportunities.

Come join our award winning over 12,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!

Summary:

This position is responsible for the operation of compressors, motors, cooling equipment, pumps, valves, pipelines and other related gas processing equipment. This position ensures the cost effective and efficient operation of gas processing and treating units and associated equipment within gas and liquid facilities and pipelines.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The essential job duties for this position are listed below:

  • Operate, inspect, and maintain equipment and systems at plant facilities which includes, but is not limited to: cryogenic plants, hydrocarbon fractionation units, process controls and measurement, LNG facilities, engines and compressors, pumps, pump stations, pressure relief systems, instrument air systems, dehydrators, fuel systems, treating, emergency shutdown systems, reciprocating compressors, gas fired heaters, process pumps, amine treating systems, inlet gas receivers and NGL storage and transfer facilities in a reliable and efficient manner while in compliance with the Partnership’s procedures and regulatory requirements
  • Seek to optimize processing through facility by maintaining proper product specifications
  • Respond to alarms and problems within the plant and takes corrective measures
  • Monitor and control pressures, temperatures, flow rates, and levels to efficiently achieve desired operating results and ensure proper operation of equipment under current process conditions such as Start/Stop/Rate adjustment of equipment
  • Demonstrated understanding in the maintenance and compliance of plant operations in alignment with partnership and environmental standards (PSM-SPCC-TNRCC) including the creation and maintenance of required reporting and readings
  • Maintain and adhere to required trainings, policies, and procedures
  • Where applicable, the selected candidate will be required to pass all PSM-required operator certifications
  • Actively participate in safety programs and initiatives
  • Communicate with partnership control centers, business groups, and other operating groups as necessary
  • Oversee the construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties
  • May perform lab tests for quality assurance, diagnose mechanical problems, complete minor repairs as needed, assist other technical staff and any other tasks as assigned or required
  • May monitor field compressor status through the use of SCADA
  • Comply with partnership safety policies and procedures
  • Perform energy isolation lockout/tagout procedures (LOTO)

Summary:

This position that performs duties and responsibilities related to the operation and maintenance of Field Communications equipment and systems. Specifically, provides high-level detailed field technical support of Microwave Radio Systems, VSAT services, mobile radios services, telephone systems, MAS-RF SCADA systems, WAN / LAN, power systems and radio tower facilities. This position maintains operational compliance within applicable specifications, codes, safety standards and operating procedures.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The essential job duties for this position are listed below:

  • Maintain and operate facilities in compliance with applicable specifications, codes, safety standards and operating procedures.
  • Participate in partnership safety program and initiatives.
  • Install measurement and control facilities.
  • Perform maintenance and problem identification on microwave, data acquisition, mobile radios, VSAT, telephone systems, analog and digital SCADA systems.
  • Troubleshoot, install and maintain all telecommunications related equipment.
  • Coordinates tower maintenance and any data communications work performed by outside contractors.
  • Performs tests and document results to comply with Federal regulations.

Required Education:

  • High school diploma or GED.

Required Experience Is Commensurate With The Selected Job Level:

  • Level C requires a minimum of 0 - 2 years of relevant experience in a midstream operations role or equivalent work experience.
  • Level B requires a minimum of 2 - 4 years of relevant experience in a midstream operations role or equivalent work experience.
  • Level A requires a minimum of 4+ years of relevant experience in a midstream operations role or equivalent work experience.

Required Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of applicable FCC, NEC requirements and procedures
  • Knowledge of electronic/electrical equipment as they relate to measurement and communication facilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • FCC license.
  • Microsoft office.
  • Some college or technical trade school preferred.

Working Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

  • Lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally.
  • Driving, walking, standing frequently.
  • Exposure to adverse weather, cramped conditions and some heavy lifting Visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.
  • Occasional overnight travel may be required.
Posted 2026-01-15

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