Field Service Technician

Sapphire Gas Solutions LLC (Sapphire) is a national leader in the virtual pipeline delivery of renewable natural gas (RNG), liquefied natural gas (LNG), and compressed natural gas (CNG) to pipeline operators, commercial and industrial customers, and others throughout the United States. Sapphire is an industry leader who keeps our Core Values at the forefront of everything we do. Sapphire is a Safety-First focused company with Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Entrepreneurship, Excellence, and Respect integrated into everything we do.

The Field Service Technician will provide knowledge and experience for the safe implementation of natural gas projects. This position will report directly to the Field Service Supervisor. The technician will operate and maintain equipment, support LNG and CNG delivery, and provide top-level customer service.

Responsibilities for the Field Service Technician include, but are not limited to:

• Operate company equipment associated with storing and delivering natural gas to the end user via virtual pipeline and field gas conditioning.
• Capable of leading rig up, starting up, operating, shutting down, and shutting down each piece of equipment independently.
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve
• Knowledge of various control systems installations
• General mechanical aptitude
• Mechanical rebuild of valves, regulators, and pneumatic and electric actuators, etc.
• Safely perform assigned tasks within limitations
• Responsible for all safety policies and procedures
• Understand applications and limitations of company equipment
• Set up and move equipment on, and around project locations
• Perform preventative and corrective mechanical service on company equipment
• Operate mid to heavy-duty vehicles with trailers
• Adequately document daily activities including time and fuel tracking
• Understand company standard operating procedures and policies.
• Developing a working knowledge of internal policies, government safety, and regulatory standards. Know when and where these policies and standards are applicable and apply them in daily activities and job sites.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications include, but are not limited to:

• US Military Veteran, National Guard/Reserve member, or Military Spouse preferred.
• Requires a high school education or GED.
• Have a DOT medical clearance card and/or CDL preferred.
• Knowledge of LNG & CNG process flow and operations with a complete understanding of process and control theory (water, oil, natural gas, and/or chemicals) on all equipment and proficiency in operating each piece of equipment.
• 2 + years in natural gas operations, process equipment, engine, compressor mechanics, and/or gas compression
• Obtain Texas Railroad Commission LNG & CNG Certification as the company license requires.
• Possess and maintain a valid state driver's license and a good driving record to operate company vehicles safely and comply with applicable laws and company policies.
• Mechanically and technically inclined skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Able to use personal computer software proficiently, such as Word, Excel, and/or electronic mail.
• Able to respond to customers with courtesy and knowledge, in person and by telephone, applying good judgment and customer service skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain any other certifications required by regulations or customers.

Work conditions include, but are not limited to:

• Work with routine exposure to all weather conditions
• Work regular hours, overtime and rotating shifts
• Able to certify and don personal protective equipment, such as a respirator, safety glasses, hard hat, gloves, protective footwear and earplugs daily
• Able to handle emergency situations, including possible exposure to gaseous atmospheres on occasion
• Able to respond to call-outs and occasionally return to work while off duty
• Able to be included in random drug screen pool required for DOT safety-sensitive and other regulatory or customer requirements