LNG Field Operator

Description

Working independently and/or with other operations staff, the employee will support the operation, maintenance, monitoring, commissioning, and servicing of Stabilis Solutions' Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) facilities and customer systems. Responsibilities may include data center or other customer operations, field service activities, equipment maintenance, LNG transfers, truck unloading, system monitoring, troubleshooting, inspections, and support of commissioning activities. The position requires adherence to all safety, regulatory, environmental, and operating procedures while maintaining effective communication with management, engineering, customers, and co-workers. 

• Conducts daily plant operations, monitoring LNG systems and equipment.
• Performs inspections of plant facilities.
• Monitors and assists with LNG truck unloading as needed.
• Operates, maintains and services cryogenic pumping systems, regassification equipment, piping, valves, pressure relief systems, and related equipment. Perform LNG truck unloading, transfers, and operation of company equipment. Follow all company and customer safety, environmental, and regulatory procedures.
• Completes required operations, maintenance, and certification training.
• Reads and interprets Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), electrical schematics, loop diagrams, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Reads, understands, and follows SOPs, service manuals, owner manuals, and company procedures.
• Troubleshoots equipment issues with guidance from supervisors, engineers, and technical support personnel.
• Supports system commissioning activities and conducts periodic operational inspections.
• Responds to operational upsets and emergency shut down situations as required.
• Monitors LNG systems in indoor and outdoor environments, including adverse weather conditions.
• Assists in planning and performing maintenance activities.
• Performs Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and verifies equipment is safe for maintenance.
• Assembles and disassembles rotating and reciprocating equipment using hand and power tools as required.
• Completes site-specific training requirements.
• Maintains safe, compliant, and efficient work practices at all times. 
• Follows all company and customer safety, environmental, and regulatory procedures.
• Completes required operations, maintenance, and certification training.
• Follows system commissioning activities and conducts periodic monitoring and inspection of systems.

Stabilis Solutions retains the right to modify or change the duties or essential functions of the job at any time.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Technical, mechanical, electrical, or instrumentation training preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license. 
• Minimum one year of experience in petroleum, chemical, LNG, cryogenic, or related industrial operations. LNG and/or cryogenic experience a plus.
• Experience handling gas cylinders and pressure regulators a plus.
• Must have good basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic theory and application and be able to learn and use manuals and other resources to apply that knowledge in the requirements of the job.
• Experience with cryogenic refrigeration, gas processing, and/or steam preferred.
• High level of comfort in safely working on live equipment.
• Ability to perform work without supervision and to think clearly under unexpected circumstances.
• Ability to understand and analyze complex systems.
• Proficient in computer skills, including Microsoft Office software, and the ability to make simple mathematical computations.
• Must be able to monitor systems via computer screens.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other Stabilis employees and customers.
• Ability to read ladder type electrical schematics and loop diagrams.
• Ability to read, understand and comprehend service manuals, owner's manuals, written procedures, and other company documentation.
• Ability to use and maintain personal protective equipment (i.e., safety toe boots, hard hat, flame retardant clothing, ear/eye protection, etc.).
• Familiarity with the following:
• Instrument Air Systems
• Valve Actuators (Pneumatic, Motorized, Solenoid)
• Positional Feedback Systems
• Fixed and Variable Speed Motors
• Heaters
• Pumps
• Compressors
• Vacuum and/or Refrigeration Systems
• Pressure Relief Valves
• OSHA 10 and Medic First Aid training is a plus.
• Must be able to lift to 75 pounds.
• Ability to pass drug/alcohol screening and an occupational medical exam, along with a background check.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Activities involve standing, sitting, stooping, kneeling, climbing, lifting, carrying, transferring objects, reaching, pushing and pulling. May need to lift to 75 pounds.
•  Control Room and Field Environment: Some work is performed inside the control room in a comfortable environment. However, the need to perform work outside is also necessary where the climate and/or temperature may be uncomfortable.
• Work schedules vary and are typically 12-hour shifts. Schedules rotate so operators work some weekends and some nights. Typically working one week on and one week off.
• Office equipment will be used including copiers/printers, telephones, keyboards, and computers. Skills and activities require fine motor dexterity, good vision, good hearing, and clear speaking. 
• Non-smoking and drug free workplace.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE STATEMENT:

• Stabilis Solutions, Inc. is a drug-free workplace that provides employment opportunities in compliance with all pertinent federal, state, and local laws. Our values promote employee participation in the delivery of quality services to our clients and customers. Employees are subject to pre-employment and random drug screens. Medical evaluations are also required.

EQUITY IN THE WORKPLACE & EEO STATEMENT:

• Stabilis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
• This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

WORK SCHEDULE:

• The LNG Field Operator position is a full-time position with extended work hours (12-hour days) through the weekend. 7 Days on, 7 Days off; alternating day and night shifts.