Gas Measurement Technician

Kenedy, TX | Eagle Ford

5/2 (Monday-Friday and weekends and holidays as needed)

Full-Time

MRI Automation is seeking an experienced Gas Measurement Technician to install, inspect, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot gas measurement equipment throughout South Texas oil and gas facilities. The ideal candidate will have experience with natural gas measurement, electronic flow measurement (EFM), gas sampling, chart recorders, flow computers, and measurement regulatory compliance.

This position requires strong troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while supporting customer measurement and production operations.

• Install, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot gas measurement equipment
• Perform inspections and preventative maintenance on measurement facilities
• Verify meter accuracy and ensure measurement equipment operates within required tolerances
• Calibrate and maintain flow computers and EFM devices
• Collect gas samples and perform basic analysis and documentation
• Inspect and troubleshoot:
  • Orifice meter runs
  • Turbine meters
  • Flow computers and chart recorders
  • Pressure and temperature transmitters
• Read and interpret gas measurement schematics, wiring diagrams, and facility drawings
• Perform meter tube inspections and basic measurement calculations
• Assist with meter proving and verification activities
• Investigate measurement discrepancies and lost-and-unaccounted-for gas issues
• Maintain accurate calibration and compliance records
• Coordinate with customers, producers, and operations personnel
• Follow all company, customer, and industry safety standards
• Responsible and dependable with strong attendance and communication skills

• 3+ years of natural gas measurement experience preferred
• Experience with Electronic Flow Measurement (EFM)
• Experience with flow computers and measurement systems
• Understanding of AGA measurement standards
• Knowledge of natural gas production and gathering systems
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record

• Oil & gas production facilities
• Gas gathering systems
• Compressor stations
• Measurement stations
• Custody transfer measurement
• LACT units
• EFM and SCADA systems
• ROC
  800 and flow computer configuration
• ABB and measurement communication systems
• Gas sampling and laboratory coordination
• Hazardous locations (Class I Div I / Class I Div II)

Experience with one or more of the following:

• Emerson ROC
  800
• ROCLink Software
• ABB Totalflow
• PCCU Software
• Modbus Communications
• SCADA Systems
• Pressure and Temperature Instrumentation
• Differential Pressure Measurement
• Chart Recorders
• Electronic Flow Measurement (EFM)
• Industrial Networking

• Lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to travel to customer locations throughout South Texas
• Ability to climb ladders and work around production facilities
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Stand, walk, and work extended hours when required
• Ability to participate in on-call rotation
• Live within 45 minutes of Kenedy, TX (Preferred)
• Use of proper PPE including FR Clothing and Safety Equipment

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Overtime opportunities
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Company-provided safety equipment
• Company vehicle (based on position requirements)
• Bonus based on company performance and employee evaluation

• Established company serving the oil and gas industry since 1999
• Steady work in a growing oilfield operation
• Strong safety culture
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Exposure to a wide range of measurement and automation technologies
• Work with leading oil and gas producers throughout South Texas

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 401(k) Matching
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Safety Equipment Provided
• Vision Insurance

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