Lead Plant Operator

Responsibilities

Responsible for assisting in the operation of natural gas processing facility to ensure optimum plant performance, including monitoring operations of natural gas processing, product treating, compression, making necessary adjustments, performing inspections and conducting preventive maintenance.

• Responsible for plant log entries of gauges, dials, pressures, temperatures, gas throughput, liquid production, fuel consumption and other shift activities
• Observe and ensure compliance of operating and maintenance procedures as well as safety regulations in accordance with company policies
• Complete all necessary monthly/daily reports as well as operational reports including but not limited to environmental, safety, near misses, downtime, and plant logs
• Perform inspections and preventative maintenance on various types of plant equipment, such as engines, compressors, dehydrators, turbines, pumps, and other plant equipment; communicates findings to supervisors or technicians.
• Start/stop operating equipment such as compressors, process skids, etc.
• Perform general housekeeping on operating and idle equipment
• Ensure the safe and efficient operation of plant, equipment, and system
• Ability to read and redline Piping and Instrumental Diagram.
• Ability to work Distributed Control Systems/ Program Logic Control operations
• Manage small plant projects and turnarounds.
• Complete plant safety and environmental walk throughs.
• Oversee daily plant operations, including organizing daily plant work, and help others where needed.
• Assist foreman and managers with the budget process.
• Train and teach colleagues in plant operations, EHS, Piping and Instrumental Diagram, and Lockout Tagout.
  
  

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, Required
• 7 years' experience in gas treating/processing plant, Preferred
• Strong understanding of plant principles and operations, Required
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and is subject to random drug testing
• Must have the ability to respond in a timely manner to any emergency
• Possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record
• Must be able to interface effectively with many internal and external customers, regulatory officials, company contacts and co-workers
• Strong English communication skills and a positive attitude are required for this position as well as the ability to effectively work in a team environment
• Must be capable of lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds
• Must be capable of vigorous outdoor activities and have manual dexterity with physical ability to work extended hours, climbing, bending, kneeling, squatting, working with arms extended above the head, twisting upper body, standing for long periods, walking on catwalks, working in confined spaces, exposure to extreme weather conditions, driving a vehicle, operation of forklifts and light industrial equipment
• Required to work rotating shift schedule, be on 24 hours call as needed, and work relief coverage for both plant operations and truck loading duties
  
  

Schedule

5/2

Education Requirement

High School or GED