Associate Field Technician​/Field Technician​/Sr. Field Technician

Position: Associate Field Technician/ Field Technician/ Sr. Field Technician

Associate Field Technician/ Field Technician/ Sr. Field Technician

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Boardwalk is a limited partnership operating in the midstream portion of the natural gas and natural gas liquids industry, providing transportation and storage services for our customers. Our 14,000 miles of pipeline and storage assets provide diverse market connectivity to producers and end‑users who need reliable sources of natural gas for power generation, home heating or petrochemical feed stocks. We have the experience, knowledge, and flexibility to design service offerings and create system enhancements tailored to our customers’ needs throughout the 13 states in which we operate.

As an organization focused on sustainability, we are committed to protecting the environment while delivering this energy source. This commitment is made to our customers, employees, and the communities in which we operate. We incorporate environmental stewardship, safety, and compliance into our day‑to‑day operations and seek to strengthen and support the communities we serve. Additional information about the company can be found online at

Position Description

This position is responsible for carrying out daily operations & maintenance tasks associated with pipeline activities and to assist with operations and maintenance of Gulf South’s facilities located in the Petal, MS area. It involves environmental health & safety and reliability for natural gas transmission through the pipeline system. Specific duties include reading rectifiers, valve inspection and maintenance, tank gauging, pipeline locating, pipeline patrolling, gas sampling, one‑calls, preventive pipeline maintenance and operations related to meter station, valve site and right‑of‑way maintenance, gas quality monitoring, and assisting with construction and repairs of pipelines and associated facilities.

The position may also require assistance at nearby Forrest or Black Creek Compressor Stations, where the employee will be trained and expected to operate and assist. Responsibilities also include recognition and reporting of abnormal operating conditions, accident and near‑miss reporting, and emergency response (HAZWOPER). The role requires compliance with DOT, industry standards, manufacturer, and company guidelines related to facility equipment and appurtenances.

The candidate will respond to call‑outs as part of the on‑call rotation for pipeline operations and emergency response. The successful candidate must live within 30 miles of the Petal Operations office.

Required Skills, Knowledge, And Experience

• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
• 1 to 5 years of gas pipeline operations and maintenance experience or equivalent petrochemical/oil industry experience.
• Excellent verbal communication skills, problem‑solving skills, and a history of safe work.
• Ability to work outside in hot, cold, muddy, and wet environments and to stand for long periods of time and climb stairs and ladders.
• Ability to utilize a PC and manage a filing system.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and a strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. for a minimum of 50 feet.
• Ability to operate valve control wheels with a minimum of 50 turns.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge, And Experience

• 3 (plus) years of gas pipeline operations and maintenance experience
• Understanding of DOT 192 regulations
• Natural gas compressor maintenance experience

Required Education

• High School Diploma

Preferred Education

• Associate Degree

Additional Information

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP, maintains a drug‑free workplace and will require pre‑employment drug & substance abuse testing before hiring. Boardwalk Pipelines, LP, is an equal‑opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Oil and Gas

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