Plant Operator (Midland, Odessa, Mentone, Garden City)

ONEOK • Midland, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs activities related to the operation and maintenance of oil and gas liquid processing facilities under supervision. This role involves operating and maintaining various plant equipment, monitoring conditions, preparing equipment for maintenance, and assisting with repairs. The position also requires compiling and maintaining records, driving company vehicles, and potentially performing Department of Transportation (DOT) covered functions. Employees must be alert and respond immediately to dangerous or hazardous conditions, where impaired performance or failure to follow safety precautions could result in serious injury or property damage.

Requirements

• Experience reading and interpreting drawings, diagrams, work logs, dials, gauges, charts, procedures, and operational and repair manuals.
• Knowledge of compressor station, storage field, gathering field, and/or processing plant operations.
• Knowledge of computers and demonstrated ability to access and perform basic computer functions utilizing company software applications.
• Knowledge of gas and liquid processing fundamentals.
• Knowledge of applicable company and governmental operating practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of safe handling of flammable gases, liquids, and high-pressure systems.
• Ability to analyze, adjust, and perform minor repairs on equipment.
• Ability to apply addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to maintain and prepare information such as safety/environmental reports, work logs, maintenance/repair logs, and time sheets.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively.
• Ability to communicate and/or exchange information and instructions.
• Applicable certifications required.
• Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Standing (Frequently)
• Walking (Frequently)
• Sitting (Occasionally)
• Lifting (Occasionally)
• Carrying (Occasionally)
• Pushing (Occasionally)
• Pulling (Occasionally)
• Climbing (Ladders, Stairs) (Occasionally)
• Balancing (Occasionally)
• Stooping (Occasionally)
• Kneeling (Occasionally)
• Crouching (Occasionally)
• Crawling (Occasionally)
• Reaching (Constantly)
• Handling (Constantly)
• Fingering (Constantly)
• Feeling (Constantly)
• Talking (Frequently)
• Hearing (Frequently)
• Tasting/Smelling (Constantly)
• Near Vision (Constantly)
• Far Vision (Constantly)
• Depth Perception (Constantly)
• Vision: Color (Constantly)
• Employee is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.
• Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Frequently)
• Outdoor weather conditions (Frequently)
• Wet or humid conditions (not weather related) (Frequently)
• Extreme cold (not weather related) (Frequently)
• Extreme heat (not weather related) (Frequently)
• Dust, fumes, gases (Frequently)
• Moving mechanical parts (Frequently)
• Potential electric shock (Frequently)
• Prolonged exposure to vibration (Frequently)
• High pitched noises/loud noises (Frequently)
• Unprotected heights (Frequently)
• Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly)
• CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly)
• Travel to company locations and/or for training.
• Driving: Based on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain processing plant equipment including compressors, motors, engines, cooling equipment, auxiliary units, pumps, turbines, and treating systems.
• Monitor and control equipment operating conditions.
• Start, stop, and operate equipment.
• Prepare equipment for maintenance activities, including permitting and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Assist mechanics and others in performing repairs to equipment.
• Identify and report any safety and/or environmental concerns.
• Compile and/or maintain information such as time sheets, work logs, safety/environmental forms, and equipment maintenance and repair records.
• Drive and ensure maintenance is complete on company vehicles.
• Perform Department of Transportation (DOT) covered functions, including operations, maintenance, or emergency response on a pipeline.
• Be alert and respond immediately to dangerous or hazardous conditions.

Benefits

• ONEOK is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed