Job Description

WGL - Plant Maintenance Technician I

Position Summary

Under the general direction of a higher graded employee, specialist or supervisor, assists in the maintenance and operation of peak shaving plants equipment, gas conditioning facilities, gate station facilities and pressure regulating equipment (GSO facilities). May be directed by higher graded personnel to operate, maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot and install equipment of a less complex nature at GSO facilities. Operates company vehicle, fork lift, loader and loader attachments.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• May work shift work to fill in for shift vacancies. May be on call for emergency response.

• Assists in maintenance, upkeep and safe operation of plant machinery and equipment including, but not limited to the following:

• 1. High and low pressure gas compressors plus all related pumps, air compressors, pumps, regulators, etc.

• 2. Process air compressors, plus all related pumps, air compressors, regulators, pumps, regulators, etc.

• 3. High and low pressure steam systems.

• 4. High and low pressure natural gas systems.

• 5. Hexane injection system.

• 6. Natural gas and/or liquid propane storage systems and all associated equipment.

• 7. Propane systems to include product quality testing, storage, transfer pumps, metering, separators, propane strippers, safety shutdown systems, vaporizers, unloading hoses and spuds, refrigeration systems, etc.

• 8. A variety of other plant equipment including process heaters, hydraulic pumps, pressure regulators, relief valves, safety shutdown systems (to include SCADA), fire protection systems, electric motors, electric generators, grounds maintenance equipment, blowers, fans, etc.

• Troubleshoots machinery and equipment during plant operating and non-operating periods.

• Performs work in confined spaces (including internal boiler inspection).

• Assists and operates non-plant GSO facilities including, but not limited to gate stations and regulator stations

• Reads drawings, schematics and maps.

• Operates and maintains valves as needed.

• Responsible for getting equipment back in operation in the event of a failure under adverse working conditions and in limited time.

• Makes repairs to equipment including replacing rings, pistons, bearings, grinding valves, etc.

• Maintains records of work performed and parts replaced on plant machinery and equipment.

• Prepares list and stocks replacement parts and materials for machinery and equipment maintenance.

• Performs maintenance, as required at other GSO facilities, including Gate Stations.

• Reads and interprets drawings (construction, P&I, flow sheets, etc.).

• Works with Engineering on various projects, such as annual pump capacity testing, capital projects, major maintenance projects, etc.

• Conducts regular tests of fire equipment, such as, but not limited to, hoses, fire hydrants, monitors, pumps, etc.

• Responsible for keeping all tools, at assigned facility, in good working and safe condition to meet industry standards.

• Performs building and facility maintenance work such as glazing, painting (of all types), plumbing, pipe fitting, tubing, conduit, concrete, fence repairs, digging, snow removal, painting, grass cutting and trimming etc.

• Performs maintenance on control and safety systems on all machinery, boilers, and other plant equipment.

• Cleans, inspects and repairs process compressor valves, cylinder heads, pistons, liners etc. under the direction of a higher graded employee;

• Operates, maintains and repairs various power operated equipment

• Responsible for the accurate completion of daily electronic work orders.

• Responsible for the accurate completion of weekly electronic time sheet.

• Responsible for entering electronic information into various computer applications.

In addition to the activities described above:

• May be assigned to related business support and administrative activities (ex. backend meter processing, backend corrosion processing, backend leak/damager prevention processing, peer safety observations, vehicle clean-out, cross functional training activities, etc.)

• Shift Work: As required.

• Use of Personal Vehicle: As required.

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities

• High School Diploma/GED . Formal technical training preferred.

• Requires a minimum of 18 months of related technical experience, such as with heavy equipment, manufacturing equipment, pumps, compressors, automotive, marine mechanics, small engine repair, HVAC, plumbing, etc.

• Valid Driver’s License

• Technical certifications such as journeyman or master plumber, HVAC certification, ASE, etc. a plus.

• Must acquire Maryland 4th grade Stationary Engineering License within 18 months of hire.

• CDL HOLDERS ARE SUBJECT TO TESTING UNDER FEDERAL HIGHWAY REGULATIONS

• Must pass Work Keys test.

• Must acquire Maryland 4th grade Stationary Engineering License within 18 months of hire.

• Must pass the Plant Grade 5 Plant Operator I qualification test within 24 months.

• New hires at this level must successfully complete all training and Operator Qualifications.

• Must have intermediate computer skills, such as opening and closing files, data-entry, creating and modifying spreadsheets and word documents, saving files, sending and receiving emails with attachments, etc.

We offer a competitive starting pay of $30.64/hour. In addition, we provide a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

The Company values diversity in its workforce and encourages United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications to apply

Why work at AltaGas?

AltaGas is a North American energy infrastructure company with a focus on owning and operating assets that provide clean and affordable energy to our customers. AltaGas assets include Washington Gas/WGL, SEMCO, and Petrogas. Our talented team, nearly 3,000 strong, leverages the strength of our assets and expertise along the energy value chain to connect customers with premier energy solutions – from the well sites of upstream producers to the doorsteps of homes and businesses to new markets around the world.

We deliver clean and affordable natural gas to approximately 1.7 million customers’ homes and businesses through regulated natural gas distribution utilities across four jurisdictions in the United States and two regulated natural gas storage utilities in the United States. Learn more about our team, vision, and strategy.

To learn more about our mission: https://youtu.be/k1mrKDdsYW8?si=y1k3NOyHxgf4emdL

WGL is an EO employer – M/F/Vets/Disabled

For Canadian hires : AltaGas hires personnel on the basis of job-related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to a person's ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

For U.S. hires : WGL/SEMCO/AltaGas offers a total rewards package that includes competitive pay, incentive bonus plans, holiday pay, 401K matching and a wide array of benefits. These benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage are designed to help you and your family stay healthy. We also have paid time off (PTO) to balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits vary depending upon the specifics of the role.

U.S. affiliates of AltaGas are committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical or mental disabilities, political affiliation, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

AltaGas is a leading energy infrastructure company with a footprint in some of North America’s most strategic energy markets. Our strategy is simple: to leverage the strength of our assets and expertise along the energy value chain to connect customers with premier energy solutions – from the well sites of upstream producers to the doorsteps of homes and businesses, and to new markets around the world.