Pilot Plant Operator

Dimensional Energy•Tucson, AZ

41d•$22 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

In this position you will help with the construction, commissioning, operations and maintenance of an innovative gas-to-liquids plant in Tucson, AZ. You will report directly to the Tucson Operations Manager. This is an hourly, full-time position and will require working some nights and weekends.

Requirements

Experience: Ideally 1-2 years of experience as a Plant Operator in a processing plant environment.
Mechanical Skills: Proficiency in operating complex machinery and understanding of mechanical systems.
Troubleshooting Skills: Ability to identify issues, diagnose problems, and suggest improvements.
Shift Work: Willingness to work rotating 12-hour shifts, including nights and weekends.
Leadership Qualities: Foster leadership qualities by emphasizing teamwork, communication, and problem-solving
Team Player: Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Process Knowledge: Understanding of how a process plant operates.
Safety Awareness: Committed to safety protocols and procedures.

Responsibilities

Set up plant as per design
Perform and/or participate in operation and process safety reviews
Commission systems and sign-off as ready for operation
Work with plant engineers and site management to develop standard operating documentation (SOPs, SOMs, SOCLs etc)
Work with 3rd party contractors and vendors as instructed
Operate plant and project build outs as per SOP's
Continuously develop standard operating documentation for the plant.
Collect data and maintain data logs
Perform routine plant maintenance
Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and help keep all systems in working order, including pumps, compressors, valves, instrumentation, reactors
Help develop maintenance procedures and protocols
Setup routine maintenance schedule and self-perform where possible
Implement lessons learned and create a continuous improvement culture
Support research and development
Run experiments, gather data, and maintain data logs
Participate and successfully complete all safety training
Always maintain a culture of safety