Lead Plant Operator - Coyanosa, Texas

Lead Plant Operator - Coyanosa, Texas (Rotator)

Industry: Oil & Gas - Midstream Processing

Location: Coyanosa, Texas

Living Arrangements: Candidate may live remote but responsible for their own living arrangements during 7-Days on shift

Position Type: Full-Time (Direct Hire)

Salary: $43-45/Hour (Based on Experience)

Bonus: Potential Sign-On bonus, Quarterly retention bonus (4%), & Annual performance based bonus (Up to 10%)

Daily Schedule: 7-Days on/7 Days off, 4AM-4PM Rotates between Days & Nights to 4PM-4AM

Overtime: As required due to training, covering other operators, supporting operations, etc

Experience: 8-10+ Years

Our client is currently seeking a Plant Lead Operator located in Coyanosa, TX. The Plant Lead Operator is responsible for assisting in the operation of a cryogenic 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.

Job Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess plant operations/processes with knowledge of reciprocating natural gas compressors, dehydrators, fluid separation equipment, valves, gas measurement equipment, etc.
• Operating the plant equipment and system may include, but is not limited to:
  • Adjusting controls to operate equipment in the recommended or prescribed operating ranges
  • Visually inspecting equipment and controls at periodic intervals to detect malfunctions or need for repair, adjustment, or lubrication
  • Monitor cryogenic plant operations and respond appropriately to emergency or upset conditions
  • Install equipment such as pumps, motors, and valves and perform general maintenance as needed
• Implements safe work practices, ensuring safety of employees, the public, and the environment
• Collect data readings and monitoring SCADA, equipment, and potential impacts to gas deliveries
• Must be able to read prints, drawings, and technical manuals and possess the ability to prepare technical reports
• Fill out applicable work/hot work permits, lockout/tag-out documentation, attend and participate in tailgate sessions with others involved in work site activities.
• Perform routine shutdowns and startup of equipment and perform emergency procedures when required
• Act as relief operator as needed

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent, required
• 10+ years (8 years may be considered) of Oil & Gas Industry experience, Midstream, Gas Plant Operations
• 2-year vocational oil and gas industry training preferred
• Basic computer skills required with proficiency in Microsoft Office, including spreadsheet and word processing applications
• Experience with SCADA and control systems (Wonderware)
• Knowledgeable in Process Safety Management (PSM) regulatory requirements
• Possess a strong commitment to personal and job safety including complying with state and federal regulations
• Demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and repair all types of mechanical equipment
• Strong verbal/written communication skills, decision making skills and a strong work ethic
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and is subject to random drug testing

Physical Requirements

• Vision sufficient to read computer screens, reports, and related documents
• Hearing sufficient to hear verbal instruction and normal conversation levels
• Speech sufficient to communicate in person and over the telephone in English
• Dexterity sufficient to operate computers, tools and equipment
• Able to work in a standing, sitting, lying down, crouched, or kneeling position
• Able to bend, stoop, move from ground level to higher levels, lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling from ground level and lift to 75 lbs.
• React to conditions, alarms and beacons using olfactory senses
• Wear special safety equipment (PPE) while working
• Endurance sufficient to maintain efficiency throughout the entire work shift

Working Conditions

• Work indoors and outdoors in and around industrial and electrical equipment
• Work in extreme weather conditions around operating equipment
• Primary work environment is outdoors, where employee maybe exposed to varying weather conditions, with temperatures ranging from below freezing to above 100 degrees
• Employee is exposed to loud noises, dust, and vibrations
• Ability to work assigned 12-hour rotating (day/night) shifts with the potential of overtime, required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays on a call-out basis
• Required to carry a pager and/or cell phone while on call
• Work well within a team environment, and/or independently with limited supervision if needed