Plant Operator
About The Position
The Plant Operator operates processing plant engines, pumps, and related separation equipment. The role includes loading and unloading plant processes and controlling engine compression operations to maintain operating temperatures, flow, and pressures. The operator logs operating information for required records and environmental reporting. Incumbents work under close supervision and receive training and development in facility procedures, plant equipment operation, production or processing equipment maintenance, sampling, and production logs. The position is based at the Ray Gas Plant in Ray, North Dakota, on a rotating schedule of seven days on and seven days off, alternating day and night shifts. Wage and level are commensurate with experience.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and email, and to learn company-specific programs.
- Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures associated with gas plant operations.
- Ability to complete required post-offer/pre-employment drug screening, background check, and physical, and meet the job’s physical requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of operating experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Monitor pressure levels, gauges, and production flows.
- Perform regular plant maintenance and make operational changes.
- Ensure the plant is operated and maintained in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Work with the safety department to maintain a safe environment by enforcing safety policies and procedures in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.
- Purge plant systems, piping, and vessels of air or gas, and validate purges.
- Determine specification product in the plant, including gas and liquids.
- Review, validate, and sign off on existing procedures.
- Isolate systems and piping and perform lockout/tagout (LOTO).
- Schedule product shipping under normal and upset conditions.
- Explain and troubleshoot plant processes, compressors, pumps, controllers, and BMS panels.
- Switch production tanks when full.
- Take sample bombs and vapor pressure (VP) readings on production tanks.
- Assist truck drivers with loading issues.
- Perform all duties according to company standard operating procedures and applicable regulatory and EH&S guidelines.
- Complete required H2S training.
- Perform other duties as assigned or based on business needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
