Plant Operator

Western Midstream•Catarina, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This Plant Operator position is located within the Western Midstream South Texas Maverick Basin and is part of the Carrizo Springs Operations team in Carrizo, Texas. The operator runs and monitors natural gas processing equipment and systems, follows operating and safety procedures, analyzes process streams and samples, performs minor maintenance, and coordinates with maintenance, gas control, field operations, and third parties. The role requires rotating 12-hour shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and candidates must live within 50 miles of Carrizo Springs, Texas. Travel is 0–10%.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license with no restrictions that would prohibit driving a company vehicle.
Able to perform essential job functions, including safely lifting and moving equipment, climbing stairs, working around industrial equipment, and working outdoors in changing weather conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must live within 50 miles of Carrizo Springs, Texas.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of gas plant operations or related experience.
Working knowledge of oil and gas operations, including natural gas processing facilities and related equipment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team-focused environment.
Experience with Wonderware, Delta V DCS, and SIS.
Computer skills, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

Adhere to and enforce applicable company, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations.
Execute startup, shutdown, and operating procedures for engines, compressors, furnaces, distillation towers, expanders, electric motors, fans, pumps, instrumentation, valves, and alarms.
Analyze flow streams using a gas chromatograph and product samples, making process adjustments as needed to maintain product specifications.
Perform minor maintenance on compressors, engines, pumps, controls, piping, and valves.
Prepare maintenance orders and notify maintenance personnel about problem areas.
Generate daily production reports, including liquid production, downtime, and gas volumes.
Monitor and maintain inlet and outlet volumes, coordinating with gas control, field operations, and third-party interests as required.
Complete assigned reports and logs.
Monitor, maintain, and operate safety and fire protection systems.
Accomplish job responsibilities in accordance with Western Midstream Core Values.
Actively participate in the company’s Health, Safety, and Environmental culture.
Perform other duties as assigned.