Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life. Tallgrass has been recognized consistently over the last eight years as a Top Workplace. We proudly promote Tallgrass as a Top Workplace as we continue to build and nurture an inclusive and rewarding environment.
At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support employees' physical, mental, and financial well-being through a comprehensive Total Rewards Program.
- Industry competitive pay
- Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
- Infertility Coverage
- 401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%
- Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources
- Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
- Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
- Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off
- Identity theft protection
- Annual discretionary bonus
- Long-Term Incentive Program
- Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
- Company vehicle (if applicable)
- Employee discounts; vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more
- Career pathing, development programs, and internship programs
Primary purpose:
To implement and maintain electrical power circuits and equipment, control and automation systems, electronic and pneumatic equipment used in pipeline, pump stations, compressor stations, and measurement facilities.
Essential duties and responsibilities:
- Responsible for all activities related to electrical and control integrity including design, installation, inspection, maintenance, operation, troubleshooting, repair, calibration and adjust various pneumatic, hydraulic, electric, electronic, and Programmable Logic (PLC) control systems.
- Perform preventative maintenance checks on pumps, compressors, drivers and auxiliary equipment.
- Perform Inspection and Maintenance (I & M) checks on all control systems.
- Maintain electrical switch gear and power distribution.
- Perform advanced engine/compressor/pump analytical testing and troubleshooting.
- Lead efforts to develop and implement changes as a result of the analytical testing.
- Evaluation/development/implementation/maintenance of facility grounding systems.
- Responsible for the general upkeep, maintenance, janitorial, and housekeeping duties of all facilities and equipment as needed.
- Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, regulatory, and tariff requirements.
- Identify, report, and correct safety and environmental concerns.
- Complete appropriate documentation and paperwork.
- Oversee the construction, maintenance and/or work activities performed by third parties.
- Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence.
- Deal with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy, and professionalism.
- Must communicate clearly using high level verbal and listening skills.
- Maintain a regular and dependable attendance record.
- Consistently deliver high performance results to meet high expectations
- Will work non-traditional hours as needed.
- Will maintain Operator Qualification on all assigned covered tasks as determined by Management.
- Maintain a high regard for the safety of personnel, company assets, employees, and the general public.
- Other daily, weekly, monthly, or special project duties as identified and defined.
Minimum requirements:
Education:
- Associates degree from an accredited institution in a technical field or a related discipline.
Experience/Specific Knowledge:
- Understand and operate electronic test instruments.
- Excellent record of safe work practices.
- Working knowledge and experience preparing drawings of electrical circuits.
- Working knowledge and experience reading and interpreting electrical and mechanical blueprints and diagrams.
- Working knowledge and experience applying and interpreting results from common electrical measurement instruments (voltmeter, ammeter, ohmmeter, oscilloscope, etc.)
- Working knowledge of National Electric Codes.
- Ability to estimate installation, operating and maintenance expenses associated with electrical and control systems.
- Ability to complete work assignments with minimal supervision in an acceptable time frame.
- Intermediate proficiency level in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Office 365, and Teams.
Certifications, Licenses & Registrations:
- May be required to achieve and maintain certifications as required to perform job duties.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).
Competencies, Skills & Abilities:
- Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals).
- Good verbal and written communications skills.
- Ability to complete work assignments with minimal supervision in an acceptable time frame.
- Strong customer focus and attention to detail.
- Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job.
- Must be able to work with a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
- Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines.
- Ability to organize and prioritize daily work, be a self-starter, and execute daily work plans.
- Job level commensurate with experience and skill sets; position will be filled depending on qualifications, experience and skill sets of the successful candidate.
Physical Demands:
All the physical requirements listed below are those that may be necessary for 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.
- Sitting; standing; walking or moving throughout facility; driving; talking; seeing (specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus); hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
- Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
Working Conditions:
- Varying working conditions from office settings to working outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
- Working with and around industrial hazards.
- Frequent travel, sometimes overnight, may be required.
- Occasional overtime may be required.
- Living environs will be relevant to the work location to address call outs and emergency response.
- Required to respond to after hour “call outs” due to equipment and/or operational problems as needed.
- Will be required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.
- The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.
Supervisory Responsibility:
NonePREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Above the minimum requirements, not required but advantageous in this position:
- Journeyman or Master electrical license.
- Prior work experience in the natural gas and/or crude oil industry, working with instrumentation, electronics, and control systems.
- Understanding of process controls and processing fundamentals.
- Knowledge and experience in safe handling practices of flammable gases, liquids, and high-pressure systems.
- Knowledge and experience with high pressure gas and liquids, processing equipment, medium voltage motors and associated equipment, pumps and reciprocating or gas turbine engines and compressors.
- Knowledge of company policies and practices, and regulatory and tariff requirements.
Other responsibilities:
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.
Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position; however, all Tallgrass positions accept applications for at least five business days from the posting date. This position is open and still accepting applications.
Compensation: Compensation ranges are provided in good faith based on what we anticipate when researching wages for this position at the state and national levels. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.
Notice to External Search Firms: Tallgrass does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Tallgrass property; therefore, Tallgrass will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Approved vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific positions at Tallgrass's request only. A fully executed agreement with Tallgrass must be in place and current in these cases.
EEO Statement: Tallgrass complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Tallgrass does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other status protected by law.
