Plant Technician
bp•Orla, TX
•$103,000 - $121,000•Onsite
About The Position
The Plant Operator / Operations Technician is responsible for the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of Permian Midstream CDP and associated facilities. This role executes day‑to‑day plant operations, responds to abnormal conditions, performs field rounds, applies control of work processes, and supports maintenance, startup, shutdown, and emergency response activities. Operators are accountable for maintaining operational discipline, protecting people and the environment, and ensuring facilities operate within design and regulatory limits.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Demonstrated understanding of process safety and operational risk
- Ability to read and apply P&IDs and operating procedures
- Experience with compressors, pumps, valves, and process equipment
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and operational discipline
Nice To Haves
- 3+ years experience in oil & gas, midstream, or industrial operations
- CDP or gas processing experience
- Delta V operating platform experience
- Control room or board operations experience
- Familiarity with PSM-regulated facilities
- Technical certifications or prior midstream operator training
Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor CDP facilities, compression, inlet, processing, tankage, and utilities
- Perform field rounds, inspections, and verification activities
- Identify abnormal conditions and take timely, disciplined action
- Execute startup, shutdown, and normal operating procedures
- Apply Control of Work processes (energy isolation, permits, task risk assessments)
- Coordinate with board operators, maintenance, engineering, and contractors
- Isolate, verify, and return equipment to service safely
- Respond to equipment upsets, alarms, and emergency conditions
- Participate in incident response, investigations, and learning reviews
- Maintain accurate operational, production, and environmental documentation
- Use BPX systems including DeltaV, ARC, SAP, Power Apps, and verification tools
- Comply with PSM, DOT, OMS, and environmental requirements
Benefits
- access to health, vision, and dental insurance
- flexible working schedule
- paid time off policy
- discretionary annual bonus program
- long-term incentive program
- a generous 401(k) matching program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
