Operator, Plant Sign-on Bonus (12-hr Rotating Shift) (Carlsbad, NM)

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The Plant Operator is responsible for ensuring that natural gas cryo processing plants, amine treating plants, compressors and pipeline systems are operated and maintained efficiently, safely, within regulatory compliance and with integrity. The Plant Operator will conduct operations via both computer control center and onsite operations.  Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Operate, start-up, and shut down natural gas plant and pipeline equipment including, but not limited to: amine treating plants, propane refrigeration system, reciprocating natural gas compressors, TEG dehydrators, fluid separation equipment, valves, gas measurement equipment, large valves etc.
• Adjust controls to operate equipment in the recommended operating ranges, meet customer specifications, and maintain safe gathering system pressures.
• Visually inspect equipment and controls at periodic intervals to detect malfunctions or need for repair, adjustment or lubrication.
• De-pressure equipment and pipelines to prepare for maintenance.
• Monitor plant and pipeline operations and respond to emergency or upset conditions.
• Operate under Process Safety Management (PSM).
• 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. on the plant control system or during outside rounds.
• Perform minor maintenance on equipment including, but not limited to: reciprocating natural gas compressors, TEG dehydrators, fluid separation equipment, valves, site glasses, gauges, etc.
• Monitor, remove and replace filters, oil, chemicals, other lubricating fluids, gaskets, and valves as needed.
• Maintain sites in a clean condition including picking up/taking out trash, control weeds and grassy areas, minor painting, etc.
• 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.
• Work a rotating 12- hour shift schedule.
• Provide PTO coverage for other personnel when necessary.
• Attend mandatory safety meetings, company trainings, and elective technical courses during scheduled days off or regularly scheduled work days.
• Assist company support groups to improve plant operations, maintain equipment, and complete regulatory compliance requirements.