Service Technician-Pipeline (BlueFin)

Company Profile

BlueFin, a GATE Energy Company, is a leading independent service company with a suite of project execution niches and specialty equipment, covering a full range of pipeline and process, mechanical, intelligent completions, and fluid flushing and filtration services. Our clients range from Operators to General Contractors in the upstream and midstream market sectors of the oil and gas industry. BlueFin is based in Lafayette, LA

Job Summary

The Service Technician I is responsible for execution of tasks as assigned by the Lead Service Technician, Service Supervisor, Project Manager, and/or other Management. Specific job tasks would include but not be limited to assisting with Hydrostatic Testing; Pipeline Pigging (Dewatering, Drying); Pump Operating; Chemicals; Overboard Water Filtration; N2 Pumping/Purging.  The Service Technician I will conduct all activities in an accountable, respectful, and professional manner at all times and fully support the completion of work in accordance with BlueFin quality and safety standards.  Works under close supervision with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform field services as directed and in accordance with work plan, procedures and/or SOP, and ability to distinguish the work at hand from the work plan/procedure and how to proceed


• Service, maintain, repair, and test equipment/ tools for pre/post jobs or as instructed in shop


• Load/ unload equipment when required


• Ability to learn all equipment used in the field


• Ability to identify issues on the job


• Experience with basic hand and power tools


• Communicate effectively with co-workers both office and field related


• Good written and verbal communication skills


• Participate in writing Job Safety and Environmental Analysis (JSEA) for job task assigned


• Increase knowledge and participate in training on other product lines and services


• Participation and Compliance with BlueFin HSE and Quality Management System


• Required to work on both land and offshore jobs


• Available 24-hour call (except for scheduled PTO)


• Have reliable means of transportation to and from BlueFin office


• Travels through United States and Gulf of Mexico; staying overnight for extended periods

Experience and Education

• High School Diploma or GED.

Physical Requirements

• Extensive travel may be required


• Ability to work in harsh environmental conditions


• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time

BlueFin Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. BlueFin Services is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for qualifying individuals in employment, its services, programs, and activities.