Job description

Cylinder Maintenance Technician

Location: Midland, Texas

Req ID: 513

SPL is a globally recognized industry leader in flow assurance, hydrocarbon measurement, characterization, and production analytics. We specialize in third-party services for operators across the hydrocarbon value chain. More than 90 percent of the world’s majors and 85 percent of America’s leading independent operators have used SPL as a trusted partner.

The company combines ISO-certified labs in key basins throughout North America, verifiable test methods, and world-renowned scientists with patented software and digital workflows to bring more confidence and insights to our customers’ data.

We specialize in multiple areas of the value chain:

• Field employees work to calibrate equipment, program and automate systems, and perform instrumentation and equipment work on client sites.
• Lab employees take samples that have been collected in the field and run a multitude of tests for environmental factors and quality of the product. We also have a blending lab that works to create the chemicals that other companies use to calibrate their analytical equipment.
• The Production Analytics team audits existing field structures and design, balances our client’s entire systems, and allocates royalties to maximize profits.

SPL is expanding our footprint internationally in the production, midstream, finished products, and environmental markets. We are also focused on developing industry-leading automation and data analytics tools that will help our customers ensure the integrity of their data.

Job Summary:

Cylinder Technicians are responsible for the cleaning and maintenance of various types of sample cylinders. Technicians must be able to distinguish between different types of cylinders to perform the appropriate cleaning procedures, perform inspections to verify the integrity of the cylinder and valves, how to properly prepare the cylinders for either gas or liquid sample procurement, and perform the required QAQC checks to validate the cleaning process.

Qualifications:

• Effective communication skills are required;
• Work experience is desired. Technician level may be influenced by relevant experience;
• Electronics and/or mechanical experience/knowledge/skills is preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure all cylinders are properly identified and, if applicable, that the associated cases or containers are maintained with the corresponding cylinders;
• Properly dispose of samples and waste as per Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements;
• Determine appropriate cleaning procedure needed to prepare cylinders for gas and liquid sample procurement based on type of cylinder:

Floating Piston (Constant Pressure) Cylinders

Single Cavity (Constant Volume) Cylinders

Sulfur Inert / Teflon Lined Cylinders;

• Perform inspections and maintain/repair components of cylinders as necessary (valves, O-rings, pressure gauges, etc.);
• Ensure QAQC checks are performed for verification of cleaning process;
• Track stock of consumable supplies used for cleaning process;
• Perform routine maintenance for all SPL equipment used such as air compressors, compressed gases, parts, fittings, and sample cylinders;
• Maintain strict compliance with SPL/Client Safety and Ethics Policies;
• Maintain neat and accurate records;
• Keep work area clean and free of safety hazards;
• Attain a working knowledge of industry terminology;
• Learn Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in addition to methods and procedures as required for daily operations of position;
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

High school diploma or GED

Relocation:

This position is not eligible for relocation.

Travel Requirements:

This position does not require travel.

Work Schedule:

This position will work 8 hours, Monday – Friday in our Midland, TX laboratory. This position is subject to overtime availability.

SPL does not offer sponsorship of employment-based nonimmigrant visa petitions for this role.

SPL is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in recruiting, hiring, developing, compensating and promoting applicants and employees. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected categories. This includes providing reasonable accommodation for employee's and applicant's disabilities or religious beliefs and practices.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.41 - $27.64 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Midland, TX 79701: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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