Maintenance Technician, Mechanical - Power

Venture Global LNG (“Venture Global”) is a long-term, low-cost provider of American-produced liquefied natural gas. The company’s two 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 (Power).

Location: Plaquemines Parish/Belle Chasse - Point of Reference: 19000 LA-23, Pointe Celeste, 70083

General Description:

The Maintenance Mechanical Technician (Power) reports to the Maintenance Mechanical Supervisor (Power) and performs the safe, efficient, and effective execution of all mechanical preventive and corrective maintenance work at Venture Global Plaquemines Liquefied Natural Gas (PLNG) facility, specifically, at the Power Island System (PIS) and PIS Balance of Plant (BoP). The Maintenance Mechanical Technician (Power) is responsible for working with other Technicians, and Supervisors within the Operations & Maintenance departments.

Responsibilities:

1. Executes preventive and corrective maintenance mechanical work according to PLNG HSSE process, procedures, standards, and regulations, with particular attention to long term reliable repair methods.
2. Adherence to VGIMS (Venture Global Integrity Management System), PLNG Maintenance Manual and Work Management process and procedures.
3. Identify and initiate resolution actions for potential safety, health, environmental work hazards. Understand maintenance work scope and applicable Operation and Maintenance processes and procedures.  Communicate to Supervisor on status/results or need for support.
4. Performs problem solving activities to ensure maintenance and reliability issues corrective measures are implemented. Functions as Maintenance SME (Subject Matter Expert) for Mechanical systems.
5. Assess, prepare and create required Job Safety Hazard Analysis and Work permits under his/her area of responsibility (ePTW as applicable). Ensure permits are prepared accurately and submitted to Operations well in advance before execution.
6. Works with maintenance and engineering counterparts to ensure the safe completion and quality scope of repair of scheduled maintenance work.
7. Responsible for daily work progress reports and updates, adhering to maintenance work execution processes and procedures, among other activities as assigned or designated.
8. Accurately manage personal timecard according to PLNG Policies and Procedures (Vacations, time-off, Sick leave, training, “On-Call” etc.)
9. Supervises/Coordinates/Oversees contract resources and their execution of safe work completion, and performance according to PLNG Contractor Management procedure. Reports contractor work quality/non-compliances issues to direct Supervisor and Planning/Contract teams.
10. Provide peer level mentoring and coaching to others and holds personal accountability for performance and behavior in a "Learning effort demeanor."
11. Identify, specify and request required special and routine tools/equipment/PPE for the safe execution and/or the improvement of maintenance activities under his/her area of responsibility.
12. Participate in PLNG Ready for Operations (RFO) maintenance projects to develop required maintenance systems, process, and procedures before commercial operations.
13. Supports Mechanical equipment factory acceptance test (FAT) and site acceptance tests (SAT) as required.
14. Participate in pre-commissioning, commissioning, startup, and operation of the PLNG Facility. This will include being a vital member of the integrated commissioning / start-up team(s) with the EPC contractor.
15. Participate in various reviews during the Engineering and Design Phases, such as HAZOPs, 3D models and P&ID reviews. 
16. Assist with training and mentoring coworkers. Sharing our knowledge and experience not only strengthens our team but also promotes a collaborative work environment.
17. Contribute to the plant's housekeeping duties. Maintaining a clean and organized workplace is vital for our safety and efficiency. These tasks are expected, essential, and mandatory for all employees. 

Qualifications:

1. Education and Certifications:
• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED; Technical degree in Mechanical, Machinist, Millwright, or applicable nationally recognized standard Certification. (i.e., NCCER) preferred
2. Experience:
• Minimum Five (5) years of maintenance mechanical technician work experience in Oil & Gas, LNG, or petrochemical facilities.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical industrial standards, code regulations (i.e., API, ASME – Boiler/Power, NBIC pressure devices relief testing among others).
• Must have 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, Combustion turbine generators, Heat Recovery Steam Generators - HRSG, Steam turbines, ST Generators, Diesel engine generators, Air Cooled Heat Exchangers, nominal process machinery, etc.
• Experience working scaffolding, painting, insulating, heavy equipment operation-rigging/lifting crafts, welding, fabrication, machining, etc.
• Familiar with CMMS systems work management process (Work order process). SAP experience is preferred.
• Experience supporting small/medium scale mechanical projects, or a strong desire to.

Skills:

1. Strong leadership and organizational skills are required.
2. Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of an organization and with individuals and groups from different disciplines, industries, and governmental agencies
3. Organized, strong planning skills, able to manage multiple activities in timely fashion and with a high degree of accuracy, able to meet work deadlines.
4. Credibility to set high standards and promote continuous improvements initiatives.
5. Able to work with a culturally diverse group of technical individuals.
6. Possess the desire, commitment, personality and ability to relate to and to establish a mutually respectful relationship with management, peers and the various facility level workers who are all responsible for ensuring good operations.
7. Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills, and/or the desire to build those skills.
8. Able to operate Industrial Mobile Equipment (i.e., Forklift truck, Aerial Lift, Carrydeck and overhead cranes, etc.)
9. Able to work at elevated height(s) over.
10. Able to work over water and operate watercraft.
11. Computer knowledge including Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
12. Must maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card in good standing status.
13. Be available within 1 hour and 45 min. of initial contact for emergency call-outs, extended shifts and alternate schedules as business needs require.
14. Be committed to learning and development opportunities, training and supporting roles and responsibilities if determined as part of career advancement potential. 
15. Work diligently to improve maintenance team and Plaquemines Site “team first” culture as a priority in our foundational effort to ensure we build a Winning Culture. 

Venture Global LNG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.