Field Technician

Post Date

May 28, 2025

Location

Melvindale,
Michigan

ZIP/Postal Code

48122
US
Aug 07, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Engineering (Non IT)

Req #

MIC-785100

Pay Rate

$61k - $76k (estimate)

Job Description

Samples and analyzes natural gas samples from various Company and customer facilities. Performs on-site testing of natural gas for odor intensity and corrosive constituents, and soil, water, air sampling for environmental and safety investigations. Generates analytical reports and quality control charts. Communicates the outcomes of investigations and analyses to internal and external parties. Assists Materials Testing area as needed. Span of control: 0; this is an individual contributor job

Performs high- and low-pressure natural gas sampling from production wells and storage field wells, transmission and distribution pipelines, compressed natural gas stations and customer facilities; analyses gas samples by GC/FID/TCD.
Cleans and prepares gas sample cylinders; calibrates laboratory and field-testing equipment.
Communicate with manufacturer regarding equipment repairs.
Analyze water samples from natural gas storage field locations.
Perform on-site testing of natural gas for water, mercaptan and hydrogen sulfide content.
Perform odor intensity surveys and atmosphere testing analysis.
Obtain soil, water, and air samples from various field investigation sites; perform on-site contaminant testing for employee exposure.
Prepare environmental soil/water samples for analysis.
Assist in new product evaluations of gas handling materials (i.e pipe coatings, pipe, valves, regulators, and gas detectors) for addition to Approved Products List, as needed.
Assist in quality assurance for materials inspections.
Assist with state-wide fire extinguisher program and maintenance of inspection records.
Develop Standard Work Instructions for various technical tasks.
Generate spreadsheet-based quality control charts to monitor instrument performance.
Log-in gas samples, generates multiple reports using database *Key accountabilities may vary, depending on the discipline or organization


Compensation:
$61,000 to $76,000 annually.

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

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Required Skills & Experience

Experience in the Utilities industry, specifically in natural gas or electric.
Education and experience requirements can be satisfied through one of the following options: (must have exact years of working experience not including school to qualify).
1. High school/GED, and 5+ years of laboratory testing experience or gas/electric field experience
2. Associate Degree in Chemistry, and 3+ years of laboratory testing or gas/electric field experience.
Proficient in electronic spreadsheet, database, and word processing applications.
Ability to be in field 80% of the time in SE Michigan, travel to Greater Michigan and Upper Peninsula up to 6 weeks per year.
May be required to fulfill on-call and rotating shift requirements
Required to have a valid driver's license.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Experience performing odor intensity testing
Natural gas sampling experience, including familiarity with the following sampling methods and field tests: API 14.1, GPA 2166, ASTM D1988, ASTM D4810, ASTM D4888
Experience working for an ISO 17025 Accredited Laboratory

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.