Compressor Station Operator 24 Hr.

Responsibilities

• Start, stop and operate reciprocating/turbine engines, compressors and auxiliary equipment and perform minor repairs to equipment and tools at a natural gas compressor station.
• Maintain all station primary and auxiliary equipment (check and adjust water and oil levels, temperatures, pressures, etc).
• Take and record readings such as pressures, temperatures, volumes, run hours, etc.
• Perform tasks such as blowing drips, emptying tanks, refilling fluids, checking tank levels and managing waste fluids, etc.
• Aid in repairing engines, air compressors, generators, dehydration equipment, etc.
• Keep tools and equipment in safe, orderly, and proper working condition.
• Perform various maintenance duties such as painting, cleaning, polishing, caring for grounds, etc.
• Operate computerized station controls and change pressures and route gas, prepare written reports, regulate, and report pressures, and calculate and report volumes.
• Order and receive material and maintain records.
• Maintain good housekeeping.
• Maintain a safe operating environment.
• Operate and maintain other station facilities.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Requirements

• Knowledge and experience with one or more of the following industrial equipment: compressors, water pumps, generators, boilers and computers.
• Operate internal combustion engines, turbines, and related equipment and facilities.
• Report pressures and operating conditions to dispatcher and maintain related records.
• Change pressures and route gas as directed.
• Operate auxiliary equipment such as water pumps, generators, motors, heating boilers.
• Make minor repairs to engines and equipment, assist in major overhauls, and keep tools and equipment in safe and proper working conditions.
• Prepare records and reports as required.
• Direct other employees in the performance of assigned duties.
• May perform other duties as required in higher or lower classifications.
• Order and receive material and maintain appropriate records.

Qualifications

• Six months documented mechanical experience in a COMBINATION of the following: industrial equipment, compressors, pumps, electrical motors, controls circuitry, engines AND/OR reciprocating/combustion/turbine engines, other engines AND/OR related natural gas industry experience AND/OR related military experience AND/OR equivalent related education (technical school or college.)
• Documented computer skills.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Operate various equipment and tools weighing up to 90 lbs.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Climb ladders and work from elevated work surfaces.
• Ability to crawl, stoop, and work in limited spaces, on scaffolding and in awkward positions.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to follow mandatory safety rules and standard operating procedures and use personal protective equipment.
• Ability to analyze problems, collect accurate data and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to work independently or as a crew member.

Preferred

• Related natural gas industry experience.
• Hands on natural gas compressor station experience.

Education Requirements

• A High School Diploma or GED required.

About Us

BHE GT&S is an interstate natural gas transmission and storage company that gives large customers more options in moving gas safely, reliably and efficiently. Headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, with operations in 10 states, BHE GT&S employees take pride in their work and are committed to innovative and sustainable natural gas energy solutions. Through their liquefied natural gas facilities, multi-state pipeline systems, and storage operations, they support a number of large customers, including major utilities, power plants, marine transportation and heavy-duty trucking, along with manufacturing. Their employees are integral to their success and work hard to exceed customer expectations. They provide fulfilling employment opportunities, are committed to attracting and retaining the best employees, and focus on providing a safe and inclusive work environment.

About The Team

BHE GT&S is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.