ISBL Field Operator

NextDecade•Brownsville, TX

36d•Onsite

About The Position

The ISBL Field Operator ensures the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the RGLNG facility. This role is primarily field-based and involves conducting routine checks, monitoring equipment, supporting maintenance, and assisting internal and external support teams. The operator must be competent in starting, stopping, isolating, and troubleshooting process equipment while maintaining strong awareness of plant processes within the Pre-Treatment and Liquefaction areas of an LNG facility. Th position requires daily interaction with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, HSSE, contractors, and vendors. Strong communication, safety awareness, and leadership skills are essential. Check out our RGV Spotlight Video to learn more about Brownsville and the Rio Grande Valley! Relocation assistance will be provided to eligible candidates.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
3+ years of field experience in LNG operations.
5+ years of field experience in gas treatment, compressor stations, petrochemicals, or LNG operations (combined experience acceptable).
LNG or Gas Processing commissioning and start-up experience (Petrochemical commissioning/start-up considered).
1+ year of APCI process experience.
Knowledge of gas pretreatment, liquefaction systems, turbine-driven refrigerant compressors, and associated field operations.
Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, PFDs, control narratives, Cause & Effect Matrices, OMMs, and equipment schematics.
Demonstrated commitment to personal, team, and process safety.
Ability to work outdoors in changing weather conditions and perform essential physical duties, including wearing required PPE.
This position requires the candidate to reside within a 50-mile radius of the facility in Brownsville, TX, as commuting is not an option. Relocation assistance will be provided to eligible candidates.

Nice To Haves

Experience working on large-scale LNG projects.
Strong background supporting maintenance operations and field troubleshooting.
Familiarity with LNG ship-loading operations, storage tank systems, and utilities.
Previous Emergency Response Team participation or relevant training.
Vendor, contractor, or multidisciplinary interface experience.

Responsibilities

Understand and apply RGLNG HSSE standards, Life Saving Rules, and Process Safety Fundamentals.
Monitor operational units-including Pre-Treatment, Liquefaction, Utilities, Storage, and Loading-to ensure stable, safe operation, report and correct deviations.
Execute field tasks to support safe production targets (Start-of-Shift Orientation, shift huddles, toolbox talks).
Maintain accurate shift logs; communicate effectively with incoming and outgoing Field Operators and the Field Supervisor.
Support safe and compliant start-up, operation, and shutdown of assigned units; recommend adjustments to procedures as needed.
Perform system and equipment isolation, permitting tasks, and preparation of unit-specific documentation for maintenance.
Participate in and respond to emergency situations as an Emergency Response Team Member; support ongoing ERT drills and training.
Lead or support Turnaround events, breakdown activities, mini-outages, campaign maintenance, and improvement projects.
Conduct field testing and collect process samples as scheduled or directed.
Create, review, and validate high-quality work orders.
Maintain good housekeeping, professional conduct, and proper care of plant assets.
Manage consumable materials and ensure adequate availability.
Support continuous improvement efforts during Commissioning, Start-up, and Ramp-up phases.
Apply troubleshooting skills to resolve operational issues safely and effectively.