Plant Operator

Job Summary
This position is located within the Western Midstream Northern Rockies Region as a member of the Hilight Gas Plant Operations team in Gillette, WY. 

 

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year gas plant operations or related experience preferred
• Working knowledge of oil and gas operations including a working knowledge of natural gas processing facilities and related equipment is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-focused environment
• Computer skills including Excel, Word, and Outlook preferred

 

Responsibilities

• Adhere to and enforce all applicable company, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations
• Execute startup, shut down 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 to make necessary process adjustments and maintain product specifications
• Perform minor maintenance of compressors, engines, pumps, controls, piping and valves
• Prepare maintenance orders and notify maintenance personnel of problem areas
• Generate daily production reports including liquid production, downtime and gas volumes
• Monitor and maintain inlet and outlet volumes. Coordinate with gas control, field operations and third-party interests as required.
• Complete assigned reports and logs
• Work rotating 12-hour shifts.  Working inside and outside, around heavy equipment, and in variable environmental conditions
• Monitor, maintain, and operate safety and fire protection systems
• Accomplish job responsibilities/duties in accordance with Western Midstream Core Values
• Be an active participant our Health Safety and Environmental culture
• Perform various other duties as assigned

 

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

 

Certifications/Licenses:

• Candidate must possess a valid driver's license with no restrictions that would prohibit driving a company vehicle.

 

Relocation:

• This position is not eligible for relocation.

 

Travel Requirements:

• The percentage of travel required for this position is 0 - 10%.

 

Work Schedule:

• 12 hour rotating shift position including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Candidate must live within 40 miles of Gillette, WY or Wright, WY.