Board Operator - Vest Plant - Kermit, TX (West Texas)

Iron Oak Energy • Kermit, TX

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About The Position

The Board Operator is responsible for understanding the equipment, duties, and personnel involved in maintaining product flow through the plant. The role primarily operates the on-board computer and equipment automation systems and also requires familiarity with hands-on plant equipment operation. The Board Operator must follow safety regulations and practice safe operations at all times.

The position includes controlling product flow through plant equipment, monitoring aggregate processing and production specifications, identifying and troubleshooting changes in equipment function or production rate, and communicating with plant personnel to support safe and efficient operations. The role may require any shift, overtime, weekends, and holidays as the plant schedule fluctuates.

Requirements

• Sufficient education to operate relevant computer software and complete written documentation and records, or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic maintenance skills sufficient to inspect equipment and complete minor repairs as required.
• Effective spoken and written communication skills.
• A team-player attitude and a high level of self-motivation, with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to work any shift, overtime, weekends, and holidays as the plant schedule may fluctuate.
• Authorization to work in the United States and be at least 18 years of age.
• A valid driver’s license that is maintained.
• Ability to wear a respirator and other required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous sand plant or oilfield experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete pre-shift inspections and JSAs, and coordinate with the relief operator about updates, instructions, and changes.
• Control product flow through plant equipment using automation computer systems, including decant belt and gate operation, conveyors, surge bins, dryers, screens, bucket elevators, dust collectors, and other process equipment.
• Report malfunctioning equipment to the supervisor.
• Monitor aggregate flow through the plant; record and report temperatures, moisture levels, and processing rates; and make adjustments as necessary to meet production specifications.
• Anticipate and troubleshoot significant changes in equipment function and production rate, escalating issues to management as appropriate.
• Communicate with the supervisor, fellow board operator, lead, and operators to ensure safe and efficient plant operation.

Benefits

• Competitive wage.
• Health, dental, vision, and long-term disability insurance following 60 days of employment.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Paid holidays and time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed