Field Supervisor

About the Role

Kinetik is strategically located in the heart of the Delaware Basin in the Permian, one of the fastest-growing areas for oil and gas development in the world. We provide essential services including gathering, compression, processing, transportation, and water management to bring natural gas, natural gas liquids, and crude oil to market. Our team is dedicated to delivering the best service and netback for our customers, with a focus on being best-in-class and growing our assets through greenfield and acquisition opportunities. Kinetik employees bring decades of experience in West Texas, ensuring our customers receive comprehensive support for their gas and crude oil production needs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of natural gas, crude oil, and pipeline systems, including compressor stations, pump stations, and related equipment.
• Supervise and direct the work of Field Operations personnel, ensuring tasks are completed in accordance with internal standards, policies, procedures, safety rules, and budgets.
• Manage compliance with PHMSA and other regulatory requirements, preparing for inspections and audits.
• Provide leadership and direction for activities at multiple locations within the assigned area.
• Oversee contract personnel engaged in construction, testing, and operations of facilities.
• Manage the operation and maintenance of equipment, including instrumentation, pumps, vessels, pipelines, compressors, engines, turbines, motors, cooling equipment, valves, seals, and other related equipment.
• Direct construction and maintenance activities performed by internal personnel or third parties.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree preferred.
• 5–10 years of industry experience required.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record satisfactory to the company.
• Strong communication and work planning skills, with excellent work ethics and proficiency in computer applications.

Working Conditions

• Daily driving to various locations in different weather conditions.
• Outdoor work in adverse and extreme weather conditions.
• Exposure to temperature extremes and frequent loud noises.
• Work in areas requiring prolonged wearing of PPE due to hazardous materials.
• Work in close quarters while kneeling, sitting, squatting, standing, or lying down.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, push, pull, and hold equipment and tools.
• Climb and work at various heights; work in standing, sitting, lying down, crouched, or kneeling positions.
• React to visual, aural, and other signals, including alarms and instructions.
• Regularly bend, stoop, move between ground level and higher levels, and lift/carry up to 50 lbs. (manually transport up to 75 lbs.).
• Apply up to 100-foot pounds of torque.