Elk Petroleum Careers

LOCATION          Greater Aneth Field

DEPARTMENT  Maintenance 

REPORTS TO IC&E Superintendent 

STATUS Non Exempt

JOB PURPOSE

The state certified Journeyman electrician assists the field staff in the operation of oil production facilities, pumping units and overall electrical systems. The Journeyman electrician participates in installing electrical service, minimizing downtime and expediting repairs as well as executing work order assignment assigned to them by the electrical foreman. The Journeyman electrician will train and mentor an assigned apprentice electrician.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Troubleshoot problems and repair troubled electrical equipment, such as safety interlocks, engine, compressor, and pump shutdown panels, LOW-MED-HIGH voltage circuitry.
• Perform electrical load calculations and wire sizing.
• Perform raceway and cable tray sizing.
• Perform maintenance on liquid-filled transformers.
• Plan electrical projects, including repairs, maintenance and new installations.
• Safely repair and construct new electrical systems around ongoing activity.
• Assist operating personnel in the proper methods of operating electrical equipment and proper safety precautions to be taken. Emphasize proper safety methods to be used when working on or around electrical equipment.
• Provide recommendations for purchase of electrical equipment.
• Train others on basic AC/DC electrical and electronic theory; provide hands-on training in electricity, electrical transmission systems and electrical safety.
• Work with EH&S in designing Safety Programs regarding electrical and electronic equipment
• Work with foreman to design Maintenance Program.
• Perform duties of relief Electrical foreman as required.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Basic, intermediate electrical wiring and circuits.
• Basic, intermediate understanding of function and effective use of contactors, control transformers, start/stop devices, overload units, and heater selection tables.
• Knowledge of alerting techniques to warn and protect personnel or public from electrical hazards, including signs, tags, and barricades.
• Basic knowledge of heat tracing installation & maintenance practices.
• Oil and gas operations
• Basic, intermediate and advanced understanding of NEC and OSHA requirements for electrical installations
• Basic, intermediate and advanced knowledge of proper use, maintenance, and rating limits of typical electrical test equipment, including, clamp-on ammeter, high-volt tester, megger, phase-rotation indicator, voltage detector and oscilloscope.
• Basic, intermediate knowledge of grounding devices, insulating and shielding materials, and insulating tools.
• Knowledge of motor and generator leads wiring methods & designs
• Use and maintenance grounding systems and understand bonding requirements
• Wiring and purpose of control systems and communication systems
• Basic, intermediate knowledge of transformer external wiring methods and designs
• Know how to determine the nominal voltage of exposed live parts
• Basic AC/DC electrical wiring, circuitry, and electronic theory
• Distinguish between exposed energized and exposed non-energized electrical equipment
• Minimum approach distances specified in OSHA 1910.333(c) table S- 5 and corresponding voltages to which qualified personnel will be exposed
• Basic relay operation and maintenance 1v. Timers operation and maintenance
• Operation and maintenance of typical switches

Able to:

• Perform motor maintenance, cable splicing & termination, soldering, conduit bending, sheave replacement & alignment, wire pulling, and re-lamping of industrialtype fixtures.
• Perform maintenance on storage batteries.
• Select and size circuit breakers and fuses.
• Use and maintain personal protective equipment for shock hazard and flash/arc bums at the corresponding voltage and kilovolt-ampere level.
• Read and understand electrical blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams
• Recognize various fuse types and replacement techniques
• Recognize various load centers
• Identify major components of motor branch circuits
• Respond to callouts on weekends and evenings
• Proactively foster a cooperative work environment.
• Create, compose, and edit written documents using e-mail and computer software.
• Work as a team member.
• Maintain effective working relationship with supervisor, other employees and the public.
• Verbal skills sufficient to communicate clearly and effectively to ensure understanding and safety. ,
• Plan and organize work, give instructions, and direct the work and training of others.
• Gather and analyze information, draw conclusions, make recommendations.
• Perform reasonable mathematic calculations.
• Possess a good mechanical aptitude.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Hear over loud background noises.
• Run, jump, reach, squat, bend, lift and climb.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 

• State certified Journeyman Electrician level required. No exceptions 
• Minimum 2 years oil and gas operations experience 
• Minimum 4 years as State certified Journeyman Electrician
• High School diploma or equivalent required

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS 

Operations Technician - Electrical: Fully functional and able to perform all of the essential functions of the job. Knowledge and ability of the following:

• Troubleshoot problems and repair troubled electrical equipment, such as safety interlocks, engine, compressor, and pump shutdown panels, LOW-MED-HIGH voltage circuitry.
• Perform maintenance on liquid-filled transformers.
• Install & maintain power capacitors.
• Perform accepted pole climbing techniques.
• Ability to train an apprentice electrician.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Indoor/outdoor environment; exposed to hazards associated with dust, fumes, high pressures, high temperatures and confined spaces; regularly subjected to external environmental conditions such as cold, heat, dust, snow, or fumes from equipment or chemicals. Ability to hear consistently over loud background noises. May be required to run, jump, reach, squat, bend, and climb. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Work Schedule: 8 hours per day, 5 days per week. Work beyond this schedule will be required. On-call scheduling for weekends and evenings required. Responding to callouts required.

Authorized by Human Resources

Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Fair Labor Standards Act (exempt/non-exempt) is designated by position.

Elk Operating Services LLC is an equal opportunity employer provided that this position is subject to the Navajo Preference in Employment Act. (NPEA)

LOCATION          Aneth Business Unit 

DEPARTMENT  Maintenance 

REPORTS TO Maintenance Superintendent 

STATUS Non Exempt

JOB PURPOSE

The state certified Journeyman electrician assists the field staff in the operation of oil production facilities, pumping units and overall electrical systems. The Journeyman electrician participates in installing electrical service, minimizing downtime and expediting repairs as well as executing work order assignment assigned to them by the electrical foreman. The Journeyman electrician will train and mentor an assigned.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Scope, select and procure material for a wide variety of maintenance and repair projects using engineering and company experts as needed. 
• Ensure prioritization schedule is completed each week.  
• Ensure that AFEs and expenses are correct on all tickets/invoices. 
• Assist in PMP input for employees on particular team. 
• Summarize failures on a quarterly and annual basis and create a report. 
• Implement ongoing maintenance plans for pumping unit maintenance, injection plant, VRUs and so forth. 
• Implement SOPs re: maintenance. 
• Perform preventive maintenance field issues such as line replacements, valve repairs, vessel maintenance and so forth.  
• Troubleshoot leaks, failures, etc. 
• Coordinate and advise field activities for facility repairs and upgrades. 
• Adhere to all construction practices and corporate Safety in Design guidelines.  Communicate routinely with Health, Environmental & Safety personnel.  Participate in safety reviews and audits.   
• Actively support all safety programs. 
• Provide input into the Aneth Unit facility designs and procedures. 
• Work with support groups and operators to improve operating procedures for production optimization.  
• Maintain job records and work with the engineers to ensure that all maps and drawings are kept up to date. 
• Direct and ensure that maintenance operations are performed in accordance with accepted practices, safety, fire prevention and regulatory requirements 
• Participate in Reliability Engineering teams and Root Cause Analysis, as required. 
• Regular and punctual attendance; must be willing to work overtime as required. 
• Responding to callouts required. .

JOB SPECIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Pumping unit maintenance & repairs 
• Team theories and practices 
• Preventive maintenance practices 
• Repairs for injection pumps, VRUs, transfer pumps, line leaks, vessel, and other mechanical repairs common to equipment used in the industry 
• Distribution system maintenance 
• Tank cleaning 
• Line replacements 
• Vessel coating and cleaning 
• Budget / cost tracking 
• Cost estimates and project scoping 
• JSAs 
• Personal Protective Equipment training 

Able to:

• Conduct failure analyses 
• Maintain communication with all customer groups verbally and in writing 
• Manage complex projects 
• Analyze data to ensure appropriate work priorities  
• Make decisions and recommendations regarding daily field operational issues 
• Actively participate in the team process and as a team member and solicit input on work to be done; offer advice on work in planning stages. 
• Assures daily activities and repairs in the Aneth Unit address the highest priority issues. 
• Works closely with purchasing and inventory for daily field material stock 
• Assist field specialists and Hanover in their efforts to reduce flaring.

Complexity:

• Flexible at handling multiple roles, besides normal job duties 
• Act as contact for local community leaders and various state and federal authorities concerning projects, line replacements, permitting, etc. 
• Provide critical input into all field-operating issues for analysis and decision making.  
• Constantly look for ways to utilize surplus materials and improve on current practices 
• Continue to look for new areas of technology which may apply to our asset 
• Maintain constant communications with Production Foreman and Superintendents, Engineering and Production Technicians to coordinate field activities.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 

• Minimum 10 years oil and gas operations experience. 
• Minimum two years of experience as a successful production team lead or one year experience as a supervisor. 
• Must have valid driver’s license and be able to pass a driving and criminal background check. 

WORKING CONDITIONS

Indoor/outdoor environment; exposed to hazards associated with dust, fumes, high pressures, high temperatures and confined spaces; regularly subjected to external environmental conditions such as cold, heat, dust, snow, or fumes from equipment or chemicals. Ability to hear consistently over loud background noises. May be required to run, jump, reach, squat, bend, and climb. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Work Schedule: 8 hours per day, 5 days per week. Work beyond this schedule will be required. On-call scheduling for weekends and evenings required. Responding to callouts required.

Authorized by Human Resources

Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Fair Labor Standards Act (exempt/non-exempt) is designated by position.

Elk Operating Services LLC is an equal opportunity employer provided that this position is subject to the Navajo Preference in Employment Act. (NPEA)