Developmental Technician Operations

POSITION SUMMARY:
Through the Targa Developmental Technician Program, the Developmental Technician will learn skilled work related to the natural gas plant operations. The position will have classroom and hands-on training as well as perform as a Plant Operations Developmental Technician. Upon successful completion within the program, this group will act as a feeder to our higher-level Plant Operations positions.
JOB FUNCTIONS AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review and grasp plant operation/processes for optimizing quality and production of products meeting required data specifications.
• Assist with routine shutdowns and startup of equipment and perform emergency procedures when required
• Gain knowledge of Natural Gas Characteristics and Gas Plant Operations.
• Acquire necessary skills to fill out applicable work/hot work permits, lockout/tagout documentation, attend and participate in tailgate sessions with others involved in work site activities
• Knowledge of ones work and how it will affect other co-workers in the plant and field operations.
• Follow Targa's Safety Policies, Procedures, and Business Ethics Policies
• Plan and perform all assignments in a safe manner by utilizing the proper tools, safety and environmental precautions, permitting, and Process Safety Management

MINIMUM ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Maintain a valid driver's license to include a safe driving record satisfactory to the company
• Interpersonal communication skills are required in order to interface with all affected teams, personnel, and vendors
• An organized and detail-oriented self-starter with a strong work ethic
• Ability to work self-sufficiently given direction and resources
• Well-grounded, preferring to work in a collegial and team environment
• Ability to think critically, solve problems independently and exercise excellent judgment and common sense
• Solid computer skills to include Microsoft Office Software
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, with the ability to respond to call outs as needed to fulfill business objective and the ability to work shifts for plant or field conditions.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull at least a minimum of 50lbs.
• Ability to work in changing climate conditions.
• Able to work in close quarters: i.e., work while kneeling, squatting, sitting, climbing, and standing.
• Follow and adhere to all applicable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines (ex: eye protection, footwear, Nomex).
• The schedule will consist of 12-hour day/night rotating shifts and will require some weekends and holidays to be worked.
• Regular and reliable attendance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate's degree in technical discipline
• Gas Plant/Pipeline/Field related experience
• 0-3 years of professional experience

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
Targa Resources provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria and without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees' beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Targa's policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Targa.
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