Operator, Compressor Station (Bloomfield, NM)

Enterprise Products•Bloomfield, NM

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Compressor Station Operator is a multi-skilled position that is responsible for the operation and maintenance of gathering system compressor stations. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Daily documentation of equipment, performing PM's, housekeeping, maximizing throughput, performing minor maintenance on engines, compressors, separators, generators, flares and cooling fans and performing line locates in and around the compressor station. Work with craft personnel to ensure any equipment/system problems are resolved in a timely manner. Responsible for operation of compressor stations which may include 3612 Caterpillar engines driving aerial compressors or centrifugal compressors totaling close to 200,000 hp. Responsible for troubleshooting abnormal operations, coordinating and monitoring activities of contractor personnel assigned to the area. Identify emergency situations and initiate emergency response procedures. Complete and maintain required reports and logs. Monitor and adjust as required or needed, equipment to maintain optimum availability and efficiency. Work with various types of equipment including 3612 Caterpillar engines driving aerial compressors; solar gas turbines; solar gensets; and electric motor driving centrifugal compressors.

Requirements

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
Minimum of 3 years stable work history, preferably in the energy industry and/or technical training in the areas mechanical and/or electrical field
Possess a strong commitment to personal and job safety
Must demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and repair all types of mechanical equipment
Must be able to read prints, drawings and technical manuals and possess the ability to prepare technical reports
Must have dexterity in the use of tools and equipment
Must be able to perform basic mathematical calculations
Possess basic computer skills with proficiency in MS Office applications including spreadsheet and word processing applications
Good verbal/ written communication skills
Decision making skills
Strong work ethic
Able to maintain and promote good working relationships within a team environment
Able to work independently or as part of a team
Able to assume responsibility, be flexible, perform duties and handle multiple tasks under potentially stressful and/or hazardous conditions
Must be willing to work overtime and handle call-outs
Must live or relocate to within 1 hour response time of job assignment
Required to climb about equipment and work in confined areas
Uses physical force to lift, push, pull and hold equipment and tools
Climbs and works at various heights and may work in a standing, sitting, lying down, crouched or kneeling position
Routinely reacts to visual, aural and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work
May work in confined spaces (i.e. tanks, between compressors, vessels)
Must be able to regularly bend, stoop, move from ground level to higher levels, raise/lift from ground level and lift up to 50 lbs.
Manually transport a load up to 75 lbs.
Apply up to 100 foot pounds of torque
Must have ability to get in and out of vehicles regularly and ride over rough roads
Must wear special safety equipment while working
Must be able to lift and put on emergency breathing apparatus and/or protective equipment

Nice To Haves

Technical certification or equivalent training in a mechanical environment or energy related field preferred

Responsibilities

Daily documentation of equipment
Performing PM's
Housekeeping
Maximizing throughput
Performing minor maintenance on engines, compressors, separators, generators, flares and cooling fans
Performing line locates in and around the compressor station
Work with craft personnel to ensure any equipment/system problems are resolved in a timely manner
Responsible for operation of compressor stations which may include 3612 Caterpillar engines driving aerial compressors or centrifugal compressors totaling close to 200,000 hp
Responsible for troubleshooting abnormal operations
Coordinating and monitoring activities of contractor personnel assigned to the area
Identify emergency situations and initiate emergency response procedures
Complete and maintain required reports and logs
Monitor and adjust as required or needed, equipment to maintain optimum availability and efficiency
Work with various types of equipment including 3612 Caterpillar engines driving aerial compressors; solar gas turbines; solar gensets; and electric motor driving centrifugal compressors