Campus

OSU-Institute of Technology

Contact Name & Email

Paula Harrold, paula.harrold@okstate.edu

Work Schedule

Variable schedule

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

TBD - Commensurate with education and relative experience.

Salary

Priority Application Date

Resumes will be accepted until position is filled.

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.

About this Position

GENERAL SUMMARY: 

This position will facilitate learning for an associate in applied science degree in the Natural Gas Compression Program within the School of Engineering & Construction Technologies. This position may also teach relative core courses in other areas of the school.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline from an accredited college or university; master’s degree preferred.
• Other combinations of education and industry experience may be substituted for degree requirement.

Experience

• Proven history of demonstrating ethical and professional behavior.
• Five years of evidenced industry experience, with at least two years in compression.
• Five years as a NGC trainer and/or technician, or Technology instructor.
• Experience in the operation and inspection of selected natural gas equipment, including the safe and efficient operations of compressors, compressor stations, and related equipment.
• Experience should include tasks related to the operation of gas compressors, gas compressor stations and dehydration treating units, which includes operations of compressor units, reciprocating engines and compressors, glycol dehydration units, gas processing equipment and separation / filtration vessels.
• Demonstrated success in collaborating with various constituencies.

Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses:

• Valid Oklahoma driver’s license.

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of natural gas equipment, including engines, compressors, piping systems, measurement devices, instrumentation and electronic controls.
• Ability to plan, organize and fulfill complex initiatives.
• Computer skills to include electronic communications, word processing, and the ability to use specific software associated with the position are necessary.
• Ability to maintain high standards of work, initiative, commitment, ethics, professional responsibility and judgment.
• Superior interpersonal skills—including the ability to effectively recognize and resolve complex problems in a constructive manner.
• Must exhibit characteristics of a team player, willing to take initiative and assume responsibility.  
• Ability to foster and support innovation and excellence.

Communication Skills:

• Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively recognize and resolve conflict.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree