Plant Operations Technician

Targa Resources Corp. • Watford City, ND

41d

About The Position

Review and monitor plant operation/processes for optimizing quality and production of products meeting required data specifications. The responsibility of the technician is to work safely, have good trouble shooting skills on mechanical equipment (natural gas internal combustion engines, natural gas compressors, gas turbines, electrical and pneumatic controls, pumps, and control equipment).

Requirements

• Minimum High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license to include a safe driving record satisfactory to the company.
• Interpersonal communication skills are required in order to interface with all affected teams, personnel, and vendors.
• Strong work ethic with demonstrated ability to effectively work with minimum supervision.
• Solid computer skills to include Microsoft Office Software
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, with the ability to respond to call outs as needed to fulfill business objective and the ability to work shifts for plant or field conditions.
• Follow and adhere to all applicable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines (ex: eye protection, footwear, Nomex).
• Regular and reliable attendance

Nice To Haves

• 3+ year experience in the industry or knowledge of plant operations.
• Has a good understanding of utilizing horsepower and compression.
• Work order system (Maximo) knowledge and mechanical aptitude a plus.
• Able to troubleshoot equipment failures.
• Process Safety Management knowledge.

Responsibilities

• The schedule will consist of a 7 day on / 7 day off 12 hour rotating shift and will require weekends and holidays to be worked.
• The position also has associated callouts and overtime.
• Little Missouri consists of 4 separate plants with cryo/refrigeration, condensate stabilization, gas dehydration, gas compression, and truck offloading served by a field gathering system.
• Technician will also be required to participate in PSM functions and activities.
• Perform routine shutdowns and startup of equipment and perform emergency procedures when required.
• Duties will also include working at a field compressor station with a TEG unit.
• Training of co-workers in safe and proper job procedures.
• Maintain equipment such as pumps, motors, and valves. Perform Lock out/Tag out of said equipment when required.
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees