Compressor Station/ Facility Operator

About the role

The Compressor Station Operator is a multi-skilled position responsible for the operation and maintenance of gathering system compressor stations. Key responsibilities include daily documentation of equipment, performing housekeeping, maximizing throughput, performing minor maintenance on various pieces of equipment, and ensuring the safe operation of compressor stations.

Responsibilities

• Daily documentation of equipment, performing housekeeping, maximizing throughput, performing minor maintenance on engines, compressors, separators, generators, flares, dehy’s, VRU’s and coolers, as well as locating pipelines around the compressor station.
• Work with craft personnel to ensure any equipment/system problems are resolved in a timely manner.
• Responsible for operation of compressor stations which may include Caterpillar & Waukesha engines driving Aerial compressors.
• Responsible for troubleshooting abnormal operations, coordinating and monitoring activities of contractor personnel assigned to the area.
• Identify emergency situations and initiate emergency response procedures.
• Complete and maintain required reports and logs.
• Maintain and adjust equipment to maintain optimum availability and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid driver's license and a good driving record.
• Gas or Diesel Mechanics Preferred.

Skills

• Ability to perform all essential duties.
• Read, write and speak English.
• Use computer skills, including vendor specific programs (Cat, Waukesha, Ariel, Murphy, etc.), Internet Explorer and Outlook.
• Model all health, safety and environmental procedures.
• Respond to afterhours requests on an on-call basis.
• Ability to work 12-16 hours straight while managing rest during time off.

Benefits

• Entry Level Starting at $20/hr.
• Additional pay based on field related experience.
• By-weekly pays.
• Medical, dental, vision coverage.
• Company-paid supplemental coverage.
• 401K matching.
• Vacation after 90 days.
• 7 paid holidays.
• Referral bonuses.
• On-call pay.
• Company truck and fuel card.
• Overtime opportunities.