Plant Operation - Senior

ONEOK•Mentone, TX

4d•$83,000 - $125,000

About The Position

Performs advanced-level activities related to the operation and maintenance of oil and gas liquid processing facilities with limited supervision. The role involves operating and monitoring plant equipment and control systems, monitoring operating conditions and plant performance, starting and stopping equipment, preparing equipment for maintenance, and assisting with repairs and troubleshooting. The position also supports operator training, safety and environmental reporting, maintenance records, and company vehicle upkeep. Duties may include Department of Transportation-covered pipeline operations, maintenance, or emergency response functions.

Requirements

Experience with and thorough knowledge of compressor station, storage field, gathering field, and/or processing plant operations.
Experience and training in gas and liquid processing fundamentals.
Experience and training in applicable company and governmental operating practices and procedures.
Experience and training in the safe handling of flammable gases, liquids, and high-pressure systems.
Experience reading and interpreting drawings, diagrams, work logs, dials, gauges, charts, procedures, and operational and repair manuals.
Experience maintaining and preparing safety and environmental reports, work logs, maintenance and repair logs, and time sheets.
Ability to interact and communicate effectively, including exchanging information and instructions.
Ability to analyze, adjust, and perform minor repairs on compressor engines, process facilities, and related equipment.
Ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Knowledge of computers and demonstrated ability to use basic computer functions and company software applications.
Physical capacity for heavy work: exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 25 to 50 pounds frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds constantly.
Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including frequent standing and walking; occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling; and constant reaching, handling, fingering, and other listed visual and sensory tasks.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain processing plant equipment, including compressors, motors, engines, cooling equipment, auxiliary units, pumps, turbines, treating systems, and DCS/control board systems.
Monitor and control pressures, temperatures, flow rates, and reflux rates.
Start, stop, and operate equipment.
Prepare equipment for maintenance, including permitting, lockout/tagout, and decommissioning.
Assist mechanics and others with repairs to compressors, engines, turbines, auxiliary equipment, pumps, process controls, and related equipment.
Provide training to less experienced operators.
Identify and report safety and environmental concerns.
Compile and maintain time sheets, work logs, safety and environmental forms, and equipment maintenance and repair records.
Drive company vehicles and ensure their maintenance is complete.
As applicable, perform DOT-covered pipeline operations, maintenance, or emergency response functions and respond promptly to dangerous or hazardous conditions.