Job Description
The Maintenance Technician, Electrical is responsible for ensuring the operational reliability and uptime of production and facility equipment through expert-level troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of electrical and mechanical systems. This role supports high-speed oil & gas operations and requires a strong background in electrical systems, PLCs, and industrial automation. The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem solver with a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. By utilizing sound planning and organizational skills, the successful candidate will manage maintenance budgets, schedules, and resources effectively.
Duties & Responsibilities (Essential functions are identified in bold and italicized text below.)
Must work safely at all times.
Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to electrical and mechanical systems to enhance reliability and ensure compliance with industry regulations.
Plan and schedule maintenance tasks to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.
Maintain and troubleshoot industrial control systems, including PLCs and HMIs.
Work safely with high-voltage (480VAC) and low-voltage (24VDC) systems.
Modify control logic and electrical circuits to enhance equipment performance.
Monitor maintenance metrics and prepare reports to track performance improvements.
Manage maintenance tools, equipment, and spare parts inventory.
Perform field service tasks including installation, maintenance, and repair of instrumentation and control systems.
Detect and troubleshoot issues with various equipment, ensuring timely resolution to minimize downtime.
Calibrate instruments and sensors to ensure accurate measurements and optimal performance.
Work with electrical systems, including low voltage applications, to ensure compliance with safety standards.
Utilize vision inspection systems for quality assurance processes.
Operate and maintain logic controllers as required.
Operate a company vehicle, as needed.
Regular attendance at the worksite is required.
Position Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must be highly motivated and able to work independently.
Maintain a clean driving record to operate company vehicles. Demonstrated ability to operate forklifts and lifting equipment.
Demonstrated ability to operate necessary tools, equipment, and diagnostic computers.
Must be highly motivated and able to work independently.
Demonstrated ability to always work with respect and cooperation with fellow employees and customers.
Demonstrated ability to be a positive representative of the Company both internally and externally.
Demonstrated ability to work overtime as necessary.
Comply with any additional tasks and assignments.
Maintain a clean driving record to operate company vehicles.
Demonstrated ability to operate forklifts and lifting equipment. Demonstrated ability to operate necessary tools, equipment, and diagnostic computers.
Experience/Education
High school diploma / GED or equivalent experience is required
Minimum of 5 years professional electrical experience
Proven experience in field service roles related to instrumentation or electrical systems is preferred
Familiarity with calibration processes and troubleshooting techniques for various @types of instruments like flow meters, level sensors, temperature sensors, pressure sensors, etc.
Associate's degree or apprenticeship in mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance is a plus.
Requires a valid driver's license.
Travel
Travel may be required.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to:
Stand; walk; move across large areas including uneven terrain, sometimes quickly.
Be stationary for long periods of time.
Work in confined or restrictive working spaces.
Balance with equipment and while moving large and/or heavy objects.
Use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
Reach with hands and arms above the head and to ground level.
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl or otherwise reach into confined spaces.
Push and pull material and equipment from one place to another.
Communicate with and exchange information verbally and in writing.
Work using repetitive motion.
The employee must occasionally position, transport and/or move up to 50 or more pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work requires physical efforts associated with using the computer and phones to access and relay information.
Working Environment
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:
Occasionally in an office environment.
Occasionally exposed to work in high, precarious places.
Frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals.
Occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat.
Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, hand tools and small to medium-sized power tool use.
Occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock.
Regularly exposed to non-toxic LPG fumes or airborne particles.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
This position is required to be performed at the work site during regularly scheduled hours. Physical presence at the work site is required.
This job description is not intended to describe in detail the multitude of tasks that may be assigned, but rather to provide the incumbent with a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of his/her position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of this position.
NGL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. NGL will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
NGL is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. Please contact us at askHR@nglep.com to request an accommodation due to a disability.
NGL participates in the federal E-Verify program. To learn more about E-Verify, please visit: http://www.e-verify.gov#IND1
