Field Technician (Artesia, NM, US, 88210) bei HF Sinclair Corporation | Home

HF Sinclair Midstream located in Artesia, NM is seeking a Field Technician. This position will have master responsibilities for a specified area of transportation and purchasing of producer's crude oil. Acts as first purchaser of Crude Oil at the tank battery, tests grade and content, and measures purchased amount. Monitors system load and controls flow of crude oil in gathering systems. Conducts measurements and sampling of crude oil, products and natural gas liquids, performs related administrative duties, periodically inspecting equipment and performing maintenance at facilities as required under minimal supervision. Acts as technical expert and lead for less experience staff as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: (functions considered essential as defined by ADA)

• Performs all duties associated with custody transfer operations in accordance with established company policy and procedures' for various crude oil, products and natural gas liquids
• Prepares run tickets showing measurement, grade and content of purchased crude oil determining purchase price paid to producers
• Acts as liaison to producers representatives in the field
• Oversees or performs periodic equipment inspections and meter calibrations and proving as required
• Performs batch-changing operations to ensure effective segregation of various products and crude oils
• Performs non-routine maintenance on various facilities as required
• May conduct measurement and sample products at terminals or pump stations
• Witnesses meter proving operations as company representative
• Responds to third party requests to locate underground facilities and inspects the work at completion
• Represents the company in measurement and quality analysis disputes
• Interfaces with Government representatives during custody transfers
• Acts as technical expert and lead for less experience staff as required
• May be responsible for "dig test" one call system, monitoring one calls, and dispatching to the location as needed

  Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their supervisor, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion

A minimum of three years of job related experience, either three plus years in the Oil and Gas Industry in operations OR three plus years in military fuel management OR three plus years in natural gas pipeline operations OR equivalent is required.

A minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Advanced ability to perform mathematical calculations and advanced measurement skills to assignments based on pre-established guidelines of Company Policy and required regulations. Advanced knowledge of safety procedures and precautions. Strong mechanical aptitude. Basic reading and writing skills, and ability to effectively communicate with others, both written and verbal communication.  

Company agent for purchasing crude oil at the tank battery at approximately $25,000 per tank purchased with daily purchases of about $250,000. No secondary approval of the purchase; the run ticket is agreement to pay.

Field based and with 60% travel by land and air required. Out-of-doors environment including but not limited to chemicals, pressure vessels, tanks, rotating equipment. Required to work in all temperatures including outdoors. Subject to varying road and weather conditions. Subject to shift work and 24-hour on-call availability. May be required to work in confined spaces.

HF Sinclair offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Time-Off
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with match
• Educational Reimbursement
• Parental Bonding Time
• Employee Discounts

We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, ensuring our employees have the resources needed to thrive professionally and personally. Benefit eligibility is governed by official plan documents, for more details visit Total Rewards.

Job conditions require standing, walking, sitting, twisting, crouching, stooping, crouching, kneeling, talking or hearing, making visual inspections, making precise hand and finger movements. Reaching or grasping, lifting and/or carrying up to 50lbs, pushing and/or pulling up to 50lbs, climbing up to 40ft, perceiving color differences, ability to wear personal protective equipment (beards not permitted) and strenuous physical activity. Job conditions may require ability to operate and drive all assigned company vehicles at company standard insurance rates is essential valid state driver'‚™s license and proof of insurance required. 

At HF Sinclair, we are united through our One HF Sinclair Culture, which is underpinned by our five core values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Ownership and Inclusion. Developed to empower our people, our five core cultural values are at the heart of everything we do and extend to how we engage our stakeholders. These values influence our decisions, shape our behaviors and keep us connected across the entire organization. We maintain a true Safety culture for our employees, communities, environments and customers. Our goal is to make sure everyone returns home safely each day. We have a long-standing commitment to Integrity and ethical behavior and do what is right for our employees, investors, communities and the environment. We encourage employees to Step Up and Stand Out by championing a culture of Teamwork and Ownership. We foster a culture of Inclusion by encouraging diversity of experiences, viewpoints and backgrounds. What makes each of us different, together makes us stronger.

HF Sinclair Corporation, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is an independent energy company that produces and markets high-value light products such as gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, renewable diesel and other specialty products. HF Sinclair owns and operates refineries located in Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Wyoming, Washington and Utah and markets its refined products principally in the Southwest U.S., the Rocky Mountains extending into the Pacific Northwest and in other neighboring Plains states. HF Sinclair supplies high-quality fuels to more than 1,500 branded stations and licenses the use of the Sinclair brand at more than 300 additional locations throughout the country. In addition, subsidiaries of HF Sinclair produce and market base oils and other specialized lubricants in the U.S., Canada and the Netherlands, and export products to more than 80 countries. Through its subsidiaries, HF Sinclair produces renewable diesel at two of its facilities in Wyoming and also at its facility in Artesia, New Mexico. HF Sinclair provides petroleum product and crude oil transportation, terminalling, storage and throughput services to its refineries and the petroleum industry.