Operator

New Jersey Resources • Taylorsville, MS

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Energize your future and join our team as we pursue a reliable, sustainable, cleaner energy future. At our Fortune 1000 diversified energy company, you’ll find a friendly, community-minded environment, with flexible work schedules, opportunities for growth and development, and competitive pay and benefits. LEAF River, a subsidiary of New Jersey Resources is seeking an Operator responsible for operating gas handling, leaching, and auxiliary equipment to maintain required pressures and flow rates in high pressure natural gas and water/brine systems (up to 3,500 psig).

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience maintaining equipment and operations associated with leaching and/or natural gas facilities.
• Knowledge of gas pipeline safety rules and regulations and OSHA standards for General Industry and Construction.
• Basic knowledge of leaching, smugging, and gas handling/processing equipment.
• Knowledge of the principles of spark ignition piston type engines, internal combustion engines, and gas processing equipment.
• Knowledge of water facilities, water and disposal wells, and/or salt cavern leaching.
• Mathematical proficiency and the ability to accurately prepare clear, written documentation for internal and external reporting.
• Proficient in spoken and written English.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to work effectively in a team oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Start, stop, and regulate gas handling and leaching equipment to maintain required pressures and flow rates for storage and leaching (SMUG) operations.
• Perform required inspections of all operating gas handling, leaching equipment and systems during assigned shift; identify, document and report major malfunctions or symptoms of failure.
• Monitors operating data on CRT display and printout as applicable; accurately record all equipment operating data and prepare required reports .
• Adjust equipment to maintain maximum operating efficiency of the gas handling and leaching facilities; schedule and perform minor repairs and coordinate major repairs or third party inspections as needed.
• Operate and maintain valves and valve operators of various types and sizes throughout plant and pipeline system.
• Respond to One Calls and perform maintenance and inspections on pipeline facilities, and other plant equipment when requested.
• Assist and advise other personnel with technical and non-technical as requested.
• Briefs oncoming Operator on current operating conditions, issues encountered, and unusual system conditions.
• Spend a minimum of 60% of work time in the field inspecting facilities and monitoring operational and construction activities.
• Participate in Company-sponsored technical training and cross-training to improve knowledge and skills.
• Requires "On Call" as required by area supervisor. While "On Call" must remain accessible by phone or pager.
• Comply with all company policies, procedures, and applicable state and federal safety and environmental regulations.
• Accepts changes in work schedule, including shift work and call outs, as determined by the Area Supervisor.Available for shift work, schedule changes, and call outs as directed by the Area Supervisor.
• Maintains company buildings, facilities, equipment, vehicles, and rights of way in a clean, safe, and orderly condition, including general maintenance, mowing, weed trimming, and routine cleaning of equipment and buildings as required.
• Promote positive working relationships with customers, producers, landowners, and internal departments.

Benefits

• Medical insurance coverage from day 1
• 401k vesting immediate
• Employee insurance and medical plans, including prescription, vision and dental benefits.
• 401(k) program with generous company match.
• Company stock purchase plan.
• Wellness programs, including free on and off-site fitness centers.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Paid time off including paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees