Job Description

BHE GT&S has an exciting career opportunity for an Associate LNG Technician (Instrumentation)/LNG Technician (Instrumentation)/Sr LNG Technician (Instrumentation) at our Cove Point facility located in Lusby, MD.

The Associate LNG Technician/LNG Technician/Senior LNG Technician (Instrumentation) reports directly to the Supervisor-LNG Operations (Instrumentation) and is a member of multi-disciplined team responsible for the safe, compliant and reliable operation and maintenance of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) import/export and re-gasification terminal Instrumentation Equipment including LNG process systems infrastructure, emergency response systems, power/steam generation rotating machinery and auxiliary control support systems.

The Associate LNG Technician/LNG Technician/Senior LNG Technician (Instrumentation) is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and upgrading complex Instrument and Control (I&C) equipment including but not limited pressure/level transmitters, flow meters, thermocouples, valve positioners, valve actuators, gas chromatographs, vibration measurement equipment, Continuous Emission Monitoring System (CEMS) equipment, Fire and Gas (F&G) detection devices, Safety Instrumented System (SIS) equipment, Emergency Shutdown Systems (ESD) equipment and related components that are typically found in large-scale industrial environments such as LNG terminals, power generation facilities, chemical and petrochemical plants, manufacturing operations, NGL processing facilities, cryogenic natural gas processing plants, and other hydrocarbon facilities.

The Associate LNG Technician/LNG Technician/Senior LNG Technician (Instrumentation) is a multi-level posted position. The successful candidate will be placed at the appropriate skill level based on their demonstrated competencies, qualifications, and relevant experience.

The successful candidate must be willing to work in an industrial environment and will be responsible for the reliability of the facility’sinstrumentation equipment while ensuring the facility operates in full compliance with site, company, local, state, and federal policies, regulations, and procedureswhile also supporting continuous improvement, reliability initiatives, and cross-functional coordination. A strong commitment to safety and adherence to established protocols is essential to maintain the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the terminal.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform all activities with emphasis on a proactive and preventative maintenance approach based on industry’s best practices, manufacturer recommendations, and regulatory requirements to include but not limited to: FERC, PHMSA, NFPA, USCG, MDOL, MDE and EPA.
• Recognizes the safety, environmental and facility reliability consequences of actions taken maintaining the highest levels of safety and environmental compliance.
• Work closely with and directly support the facility’s Operations and Distributed Control System (DCS) teams providing I&C technical expertise to ensure the plant instrumentation, control loops, and monitoring systems meet operational needs.
• Respond to facility I&C related issues affecting facility operations, assisting with start-ups, shutdowns, and abnormal operating conditions, and implementing improvements that enhance operational reliability and performance.
• Perform hands-on field work on complex I&C equipment, including calibrating, troubleshooting and repairing issues, performing detailed diagnostics, and replacing or upgrading components as required.
• Perform preventive, compliance and corrective maintenance on facility instruments using digital multimeters, manometers, loop calibrators, gauges, and other similar test equipment.
• Read, interpret, and maintain I&C equipment drawings and configuration‑control documentation to ensure accuracy, traceability, and compliance with site standards.
• Working with site’s I&C Engineer, submit drawing and configuration changes per the site’s modification and Management of Change (MOC) process.
• Support installation, testing, and startup of new instrumentation equipment.
• Attends required on‑site and off‑site training and proactively completes assigned self‑study and qualification programs to maintain all technical and safety certifications.
• Utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) (Maximo and Oracle) to manage assets, work orders, inventory, and scheduling to increase efficiency, reduce downtime, and streamline maintenance operations with a proactive approach.
• Obtain a solid understanding of all plant I&C equipment associated with LNG Liquefaction, LNG Regasification, Ship Loading and Power Generation processes.
• May assist in the development, implementation, and execution of I&C policies and procedures.
• May be required to on-call and/or work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• May perform other duties as assigned.
• Preferred: I&C craft, lead or supervisor experience or journeyman level or higher operations experience in LNG production/processing, power generation or petrochemical industries. Completion of a formal I&C craft training program is a plus. CEMS Experience is a plus. DCS Experience is a plus. Instrument Corrosion Technology experience is a plus. Startup/Commissioning experience is a plus. Maximo and Oracle experience is a plus.

**Relocation assistance for this position is available dependent upon meeting eligibility requirements.

 Associate LNG Technician (Instrumentation)

• 0-2 years' experience in an industrial setting working in a mechanical field where hands on craft experience is gained.

LNG Technician (Instrumentation)

• Three (3) years of Instrumentation and Controls experience in an industrial setting

Sr. LNG Technician (Instrumentation)

• Five (5) years' experience in an industrial setting working in an Industrial and/or Controls setting or similar related field including related military experience.

• Basic understanding of the Distributed Control System (DCS) and LNG process systems
• Basic understanding of plant utilities, including air, water, power generation, sanitation and nitrogen
• Applied knowledge of automatic control instruments such as pressure, temperature, and flow transmitters, pressure gauges, thermometers, regulators, valves, control systems, and other components similar to what is found in a power station.
• Competency in performing preventive maintenance activities, testing flue gas, reading meters and recording data as required.
• Previous work experience demonstrating technical knowledge of control instrumentation.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations
• Ability to perform lab equipment calibration.
• Basic computer skills with a strong knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Analytical and deductive reasoning skills, oral and written communication skills, technical writing skills, instrumentation skills, and mathematical skills
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve equipment or process problems.
• Recent experience with LNG is preferred; however, petrochemical NGL, cryogenic natural gas processing, or hydrocarbon processing experience may be acceptable.
• Experience on CEMS or Gas Chromatograph equipment a plus.
• Contribute to a team-centric work environment based on mutual respect and integrity.
• Support the Company's CHAMPION culture, which centers around personal responsibility, continuous improvement and delivering quality for our customers.

Preferred: Experience with instrument corrosion technology, power generation, LNG production/processing or petrochemical industries considered a plus. Completion of a formal craft training program is a plus.

Education

Associate (Typically two years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess an associate degree.)

Preferred Degree

Instrumentation Technology

Preferred Licenses, Certifications, Qualifications or Standards
Must apply for and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card in good standing status.

This job (if filled at the Associate or Mid-Level requires recommended test results from the EEI Power Plant Maintenance Selection System (MASS)

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

BHE GT&S is an interstate natural gas transmission and storage company that gives large customers more options in moving gas safely, reliably and efficiently. Headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, with operations in 10 states, BHE GT&S employees take pride in our work and are committed to innovative and sustainable natural gas energy solutions. Through our liquefied natural gas facilities, multi-state pipeline systems, and storage operations we support a number of large customers, including major utilities, power plants, marine transportation and heavy-duty trucking, along with manufacturing. Our employees are integral to our success and work hard to exceed customer expectations. We provide fulfilling employment opportunities, are committed to attracting and retaining the best employees, and focus on providing a safe and inclusive work environment.

Our benefits are designed to offer choices to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Some of those choices include medical plans for individuals and families; health savings account or flexible spending accounts; dental and vision benefits for individuals and families; life insurance; hours of paid time off accrued per pay period; paid holidays; paid bereavement leave; 401(k) plan with employer match; short- and long-term disability plans; paid parental leave; educational assistance; adoption assistance; and other voluntary benefits such as auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and identity protection. Employees also participate in the company’s performance incentive plan based on plan eligibility. This award is made at management’s discretion and is based on your overall performance and the company’s performance. Non-exempt roles are eligible for overtime.