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Measurement Technician II

Company: Orion Talent
Position ID: # 3885384
Date Posted: 7/24/2025
Location: Ventress, LA
Salary (USD): $32 - $47

Job Description

Position Details

  • Title: Measurement Technician II
  • Location: Ventress, LA
  • Pay: $31.50 – $47.25/hr (Ideal range: $34 – $42/hr)
  • Shift: Full-time, day shift
  • Travel: Minimal
  • Schedule Requirements: Must be available for overtime, weekends, on-call, standby, and occasional overnight travel


Position Description

Technically inclined and enjoy troubleshooting and repairing equipment? This is an exciting opportunity to support natural gas measurement systems and ensure reliable and safe performance of field instrumentation.


Key Responsibilities

  • Perform gas flow and meter calculations
  • Test, inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot various meters:
    • Positive displacement
    • Rotary
    • Coriolis
    • Turbine
    • Orifice
    • Ultrasonic
  • Maintain and troubleshoot:
    • Pressure regulators
    • Control valves
    • Relief valves
    • Other pressure limiting devices
  • Service pneumatic control devices, RTUs, EGMs, and gas analyzers (GCs, H2S, sulfur, water vapor, oxygen)
  • Conduct routine odorizer maintenance, including determining injection rates and concentrations
  • Operate and maintain power supply systems
  • Identify pipe, valves, and fittings using appropriate measuring tools
  • Ensure all electrical installations comply with applicable codes and standards
  • Install small diameter instrument tubing and procure necessary materials
  • Write and complete gas handling procedures and technical reports
  • Maintain safe work practices and actively participate in safety programs


Basic Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Associate degree in a technical field or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of 2 years directly relevant experience
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Must meet residency requirement (within 30 miles of site)
  • Physically able to:
    • Work in varying weather conditions
    • Perform labor-intensive tasks


Desired Skills and Attributes

  • Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and stoop
  • Ability to carry up to 25 lbs, pull, push, and reach above shoulder height
  • Willingness to learn and grow as a Measurement Technician
  • Strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Team-oriented with integrity, openness, and accountability
  • Familiar with gas measurement operations and maintenance
  • Proficient with standard office software


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