Operator, Plant (Carlsbad Area) - Sign-on bonus

The Plant Operator is responsible for the day-to-day operations and maintenance of natural gas amine treating plants, compressors and pipeline systems via both computer control center and onsite operations.  

Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Operate natural gas plant and pipeline equipment including, but not limited to\: amine treating plants, chilled water gas conditioning skids, reciprocating natural gas compressors, TEG dehydrators, fluid separation equipment, valves, gas measurement equipment, etc.
• Operate plant equipment & system.
• Start-up/Shutdown of plant equipment.
• Adjust controls to operate equipment in the recommended or prescribed operating ranges.
• Visually inspect equipment and controls at periodic intervals to detect malfunctions or need for repair, adjustment or lubrication.
• De-pressure equipment and pipelines.
• Operate valves.
• Monitor plant and pipeline operations and respond to emergency or upset conditions.
• Operate under Process Safety Management (PSM) as required.
• Implement safe work practices and participate in proactive safety culture while ensuring safety for the employee, public and environment at all times.
• Monitor gas gathering system through SCADA and make calls to alert customers of situations that could affect gas deliveries.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and record keeping requirements are met and continually monitored.
• Read, monitor and record various operating conditions such as pressure, temperature, hours of operations, fuel consumed, water levels, etc.
• Perform minor maintenance on equipment including, but not limited to\: reciprocating natural gas compressors, TEG dehydrators, fluid separation equipment, valves, etc.
• Monitor, remove and replace filters, oil, chemicals, other lubricating fluids, gaskets, and valves as needed.
• Change gauges.
• Maintain sites in a clean condition including picking up/taking out trash, control weeds and grassy areas, minor painting, etc.
• Clean out site glasses as necessary.
• Change out suction/discharge valves on natural gas compressors, light bulbs, and fuses.
• Improve upon meeting the needs and demands of customers.
• Maintain a near perfect driving record.
• Direct and supervise contract labor involved in plant maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with direct supervisor on new and improved ideas associated with an evolving plant and pipeline system.

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