Compressor Technician

COMPANY PROFILE:
Diversified Gas & Oil Corporation (DGOC) is an established owner and operator of producing conventional and unconventional natural gas & oil wells and midstream pipelines and compression stations concentrated in the Appalachian Basin in the United States. Headquartered in Birmingham, AL, our field operations are located throughout the Appalachian Basin in the states of Tennessee, Kentucky, Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. In 2021, Diversified announced our expansion into our Central Regional Focus Area, which includes producing areas within Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas. DGOC’s parent company is Diversified Energy Company PLC.

POSITION SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Compressor Technician will operate, perform preventative maintenance and repairs to compressors and other support equipment.

Special focus will be placed on:

• Maintains a safe operating environment
• Caterpillar System Certifications - 3500 Series Experience
• Operates, troubleshoots and performs preventive maintenance and major repairs of natural gas engines, electric motors, auxiliary equipment and gas compressors
• Starts up, shuts down gas compressor units and performs major equipment overhauls
• Tests Emergency Shut Down (ESD) systems
• Records readings (pressures, temperatures, volumes hours run, etc.) in a computerized database Maximo/Datasplice
• Monitors availability of compressor units
• Performs advanced troubleshooting and repairs of gas fired engines, electric motors and compressors
• Provides advanced troubleshooting and performs major preventative maintenance including analyzing operation and making adjustments to dehydration units
• Provides advanced troubleshooting, maintenance and testing of chiller and flare systems
• Adjusts and repairs pressure regulation systems and pneumatic systems
• Checks and maintains glycol levels, circulation rates and contents to optimize operations by analyzing operational parameters
• Operates, repairs and troubleshoots manual and automated controls on compressor units to optimize compressor throughput
• Uses computerized database to receive work orders, record PM's, record repairs, runs reports and designs PM task
• Participates in an on-call rotation schedule
• Performs other duties as directed by supervisor

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Associate's degree in a technical discipline preferred
• At least three years related mechanical experience, with two years of related natural gas experience
• Intermediate computer skills, including MS Word, Excel and Access
• Electrical and electronic skills with basic knowledge of PLC troubleshooting and engine and compressor analyzing preferred
• Basic gas quality processing and conditioning skills
• Valid driver license
• Ability to pass a physical capabilities test (which includes, but is not limited to, lifting and carrying 70 lbs., walking 1/2 mile at various inclines, etc.) necessary to demonstrate the physical ability to perform the essential functions of this job

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

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The individual must be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required.

• Walking, stepping, climbing, or otherwise moving from one location on the job site to another, and normally involves physically getting into and out of equipment using vertically mounted ladders up to and including 10’ or more in height
• Visually seeing driving operations well (either naturally or with corrective lenses)
• Standing, stooping kneeling, squatting, climbing, and sitting
• Repetitive movements by feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands and back in performance of work
• Working at elevated heights
• Ability to lift to 75 lbs., bending, twisting, kneeling, sitting, walking, or standing for long periods of time required
• Thorough knowledge of traffic laws and defensive driving.
• Skill in the operation of listed tools and equipment.
• Ability to safely drive various vehicles.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to drive in all weather conditions.
• Ability to perform heavy manual tasks under the varying weather conditions
• Adapting to outdoor conditions and prolonged exposure to sometimes adverse weather conditions
• Remaining calm during emergencies and respond as dictated by the circumstance of the incident
• Exposure to working outdoors in all-weather conditions

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BENEFITS: *

DGOC offers a competitive compensation plan and a comprehensive benefits program. The benefits program includes healthcare, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k), life insurance, Flexible Spending Account Plan, and paid time off.
Diversified Gas & Oil Corporation is an Equal Opportunity employer and considers applications for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability or any other group protected by Federal or State law or ordinance. People with disabilities who may need accommodation to apply and compete for a position with Diversified Gas & Oil Corporation may request such accommodation(s) by contacting Human Resources via hr@dgoc.com

Job Type: Full-time