Maintenance Technician, Mechanical

Venture Global LNG (“Venture Global”) is a long-term, low-cost provider of American-produced liquefied natural gas. The company’s Louisiana-based export projects service the global demand for North American natural gas and support the long-term development of clean and reliable North American energy supplies. Using reliable, proven technology in an innovative plant design configuration, Venture Global’s modular, mid-scale plant design will replace traditional designs as it allows for the same efficiency and operational reliability at significantly lower capital cost. 

We are seeking qualified applicants for the position of Maintenance Technician, Mechanical located in  

Summary 

The Maintenance Technician, Mechanical reports to the Maintenance Supervisor, Mechanical and leads the safe, efficient and effective execution of all mechanical preventive and corrective maintenance work at Venture Global’s facility, specifically, at the Liquefaction, Storage and Loading facilities. The Maintenance Mechanical Technician (Process) is responsible for working with other Technicians, and Supervisors within the Operations & Maintenance departments. 

 General Description Duties & Responsibilities 

• Executes preventive and corrective maintenance mechanical work according to LNG HSSE process, procedures, standards and regulations. 

• Adherence to VGIMS (Venture Global Integrity Management System), LNG Maintenance Manual and Work Management process and procedures. 

• Identify potential safety, health, environmental work hazards. Understand maintenance work scope and applicable Operation and Maintenance processes and procedures. 

• Performs problem solving activities in order to ensure maintenance and reliability issues corrective measures are implemented. Functions as Maintenance SME (Subject Matter Expert) for Mechanical systems. 

• Prepare and create required Job Safety Hazard Analysis and Work permits under his/her area of responsibility (ePTW as applicable). Ensure permits are prepared and submitted to Operations well in advance before execution. 

• Works with maintenance and engineering counterparts to ensure the safe completion of scheduled maintenance work. 

• Responsible for daily work progress reports and updates, adhering to maintenance work execution processes and procedures, among other activities. 

• Manage personal time card according to LNG Policies and Procedures (vacation, time-off, sick leave, training, “on-call” etc.) 

• Supervises contractor work execution, safe work completion, and performance according to LNG Contractor Management procedure. Reports contractor work quality/non-compliances issues to direct Supervisor and Planning/Contract teams. 

• Identify and request  special and routine tools/equipment/PPE for the safe execution of maintenance activities under his/her area of responsibility. 

• Participate in LNG Ready for Operations (RFO) maintenance projects in order to develop required maintenance systems, process and procedures before commercial operations. 

• Supports Mechanical equipment factory acceptance test (FAT) and site acceptance tests (SAT) as . 

• Participate in pre-commissioning, commissioning, startup and operation of the LNG Facility. This will include being a vital member of the integrated commissioning / start-up team(s) with the EPC contractor. 

• Participate in various reviews during the Engineering and Design Phases, such as HAZOPs, 3D model and P&ID reviews.  

Qualifications 

Required Experience 

• Minimum Five (5) years of maintenance mechanical technician work experience in Oil & Gas, LNG, or petrochemical facilities. 

• Knowledge of mechanical industrial standards, code regulations (i.e., API, ASME – Process, NBIC pressure devices relief testing among others). 

• Strong knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance of mechanical static and rotating equipment. 

• Applied knowledge of maintenance and inspection of mechanical equipment such as - but not limited to, Loading arms, Gangways, Berth systems, cryogenic pumps and systems (Cold Box, Refrigerant Storage, etc.), reciprocated, screw and centrifugal compressors, Diesel engines, Air Cooled Heat Exchangers, Flare systems, Catalysts loading/unloading, etc. 

• Experience working scaffolding, painting, insulating, heavy equipment operation-rigging/lifting crafts, welding, fabrication, machining, etc. 

• Experience supporting small/medium scale mechanical projects. 

Preferred Experience 

• Familiar with CMMS systems work management process (Work order process). SAP experience is preferred. 

Required Education 

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED; Technical degree in Mechanical, or applicable nationally recognized standard Certification. (i.e. NCCER) 

Required Skills: 

• Strong leadership and organizational skills are . 

• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of an organization and with individuals and groups from different disciplines, industries and governmental agencies 

• Organized, strong planning skills, able to manage multiple activities in timely fashion and with a high degree of accuracy, able to meet work deadlines. 

• Credibility to set high standards and promote continuous improvements initiatives. 

• Able to work with a culturally diverse group of technical individuals. 

• Possess the personality and ability to relate to and to establish a mutually respectful relationship with management, peers and the various facility level workers whom are all responsible for ensuring good operations. 

• Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills. 

• Able to operate Industrial Mobile Equipment (i.e. Forklift truck, Aerial Lift, etc...) 

• Able to work at elevated height(s) over. 

• Able to work over water and operate watercraft. 

• Computer knowledge including Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. 

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs 

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions 

• Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and enter confined spaces 

• Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays and respond to call outs and emergencies 

• Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, keep required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules 

• Must be able to respond to an emergency at the station within 60 minutes 

Licensing & Certifications 

• Must maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card in good standing status.  

• Must possess and maintain a valid state-issued driver’s license in good standing.