Targa Resources

Maintenance Technician

Posted on: 21 Feb 2021

Crane, TX

Job Description

JOB FUNCTIONS AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Performing PMs, diagnose, trouble-shoot, repair, and maintain overall proper function of the following types of equipment:

* High speed reciprocating compressors
* Low speed compressors, air compressors, pumps, fans, blowers, and other plant equipment
* Perform routine startup and shutdown of individual equipment and processes
* Monitor usage of utilities, fuel, chemicals, lube oils, etc to prevent excessive consumption at current processing and production rates
* Monitor and recognize dangerous and or emergency conditions within the process and performs procedures necessary to remove the condition or shutdown the process / facility in order to protect personnel and equipment
* Recognize malfunctions in individual equipment and performs maintenance as necessary to correct problems
* Monitor levels of lubricants, fluids, chemicals, etc. and refills as necessary to prevent damage to equipment
* Write work orders using MAXIMO for routine and major maintenance
* Perform other work related duties as assigned
* Perform operations of field amine & glycol treaters

MINIMUM ESSENTIAL QUALIFACTIONS:

* Minimum High School Diploma or Equivalent
* Minimum of 2 years of related work experience.
* Minimum High School Diploma or Equivalent
* Possess and maintain a valid drivers license to include a safe driving record satisfactory to the company.
* Interpersonal communication skills are required in order to interface with all affected teams, personnel, and vendors.
* Strong work ethic with demonstrated ability to effectively work with minimum supervision
* Solid computer skills to include Microsoft Office Software
* Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, with the ability to respond to call outs as needed to fulfill business objective and the ability to work shifts for plant or field conditions.
* 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.
* Follow and adhere to all applicable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines (ex: eye protection, footwear, Nomex).
* Regular and Reliable Attendance

PREFERRED QULAIFICATIONS:

* 5 years experience operating and maintaining mechanical equipment and processes listed under job duties.
* Experience with Waukesha Pearce, Caterpillar 3600/3601, or Ariel Compressors

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

Targa Resources is an equal opportunity workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected categories. This includes providing reasonable accommodation if requested for disabilities or religious beliefs and practices.

Targa Resources

Houston, TX

Targa Resources is one of North America's largest independent midstream energy providers. The company buys, develops, owns and operates a range of midstream energy assets, primarily in natural gas. The company's operations collect, compress, process, treat and sell natural gas. In addition, the company stores and transports natural gas, liquid petroleum gas and related products.

Targa Resources offers its employees generous benefits packages, which include medical and prescription drug coverage, vision, dental coverage and a flexible spending account. Employees receive an automatic 3 percent contribution of their pay into a retirement plan, and the company matches employee contributions up to 5 percent. Additional contributions may be made based on the company's financial results. The company also provides free lunches daily.

Employees say there is a youth movement afoot at Targa Resources, praising the "great young analysts who are friendly" and a "laid-back environment." The learning opportunities are "abundant" with rapid career advancement and "a lot of access" to top management. Some employees wish there was "more standardization of program processes" and indicate that systems and practices are "outdated."

 

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