Stabilizer Multi-Skill Operator - Zia Hills

ConocoPhillips•Loving, NM

3d•Onsite

About The Position

ConocoPhillips is seeking a Stabilizer Multi-Skill Operator (MSO) to support safe, reliable, and cost-focused production through the operation of stabilizer facilities. This field role involves monitoring process conditions, maintaining equipment performance, and taking timely action to keep operations stable while controlling costs and meeting production objectives. The MSO will apply strong mechanical knowledge and process awareness to identify issues, respond to upsets, and optimize facility performance, with responsibility for operational judgment, adherence to operating standards, and consistent execution of safety and environmental requirements. The company welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and values prior oil and gas experience, strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting ability, and a commitment to continuous learning. ConocoPhillips provides training and development for long-term growth.

Requirements

Legally authorized to work in the United States
Current/valid driver’s license
One or more years’ experience requiring mechanical skills, including equipment inspection, operation, maintenance, or repair
Must reside or be willing to relocate within daily commuting distance of the Zia Hills Central Facility
Willing and able to work a rotating schedule of 7 day shifts, 7 days off, and 7 night shifts (7/7)
Able to meet the physical demands and work environment requirements outlined in this job description, with or without reasonable accommodation

Nice To Haves

One or more years of oil and gas production, facilities, or HSE experience
Associate degree, trade certification, or higher in production technology or a related field
Proficiency with computers, data entry, and field-based digital systems
Demonstrated ownership of work, accountability for safety and compliance, and sound decision-making in the field

Responsibilities

Access remote well sites to monitor wells and equipment, maintain normal operating levels, pressures, and flow rates on separation equipment, and adjust automatic and manual controls to support optimal production
Inspect oil and gas wells, tanks, meters, separators, compressors, and associated piping systems to identify leaks, abnormal conditions, or equipment issues, and take corrective action as needed
Gauge tanks to measure crude oil and water volumes for sales, transfers, and production accounting
Operate and troubleshoot compressors, rental compression units, gas lift systems, flowing gas wells, sand traps, and flowback equipment
Start up, shut in, and test wells in accordance with operating procedures and production plans
Maintain and verify chemical injection rates to ensure equipment integrity and flow assurance
Enter production, operational, and measurement data into computerized systems and review outputs for accuracy and completeness
Conduct new facility walk-throughs and support execution of Management of Change (MOC) activities and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSRs)
Complete regulatory and compliance activities, including agency testing requirements, change-of-status documentation, and tank and meter numbering for new wells and facilities
Update and maintain piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) and site security diagrams for new and modified facilities
Respond to operational alarms, including after-hours response and on-call coverage, to resolve issues and minimize downtime
Implement and follow all safety, environmental, and operational requirements outlined in the ConocoPhillips Management System