Operations Technician I - III Gas Plant

About the Role

As an Operations Technician (Levels I, II, III), you’ll perform a variety of tasks, including reading and interpreting drawings, supporting pipeline operations, safely maintaining facility equipment, and analyzing data to resolve technical and operational problems. Knowledge of permits and compliance, accurate record-keeping, and a focus on safety will contribute to success in this role.

Responsibilities

• Performs various tasks to safely maintain equipment and support pipeline operations, including reading and interpreting drawings, inspecting and supervising equipment, and maintaining operational, technical, and governmental standards.
• Responsible for data analysis and collaboration with others to find solutions to technical or operational problems.
• Follows all Company policies and applies appropriate operating and maintenance procedures.
• Acquires knowledge of and adheres to requirements for safe and efficient operation of facilities, execution of tasks, and protection of community, personnel, environment, and assets.
• Maintains general knowledge of site, location, equipment, specific permits, and compliance.
• Completes assigned reports, logs, and maintains accurate records of process operations and performance of preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (required).
• Minimum three (3) years of demonstrated ability as an operations technician or similar role (required).
• Associates or 2-year technical degree and minimum two (2) years of multifaceted operations technician experience in the oil and gas industry (preferred).
• Must possess a valid State Driver’s License and a clean driving record.
• Demonstrates aptitude and ability to embrace technology and applications to drive operational efficiency and streamline processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and PC skills.
• Advanced knowledge of Process Control Systems and Programmable Logic Controllers.
• Thorough understanding of industry and system requirements.

Physical and Environmental Work Requirements

• Willingness to work in extreme temperatures, with loud noises, and in enclosed spaces.
• Ability to carry or lift items up to 50 lbs and team lift loads of more than 50 lbs as needed.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, and squat, often for long periods of time.
• Ability to work at elevated levels, potentially from man lifts, ladders, scaffolding, and/or small towers, with appropriate PPE (Personal Protection Equipment).
• Ability to use hand tools.

Schedule

• Available to work after hours, on-call rotations, nights, weekend shifts, and holidays as needed.
• May be required to work overtime.
• Works a 12-hour shift with a rotating Modified DuPont schedule.

Progression Profile

• Completes work with a limited degree of supervision.
• Makes independent decisions and coordinates activities of others.
• Proficient in Company-required computer systems.
• Performs a wide spectrum of non-routine, moderate to high-complexity assignments requiring technical evaluation, innovation, and judgment.
• Consistently demonstrates solid leadership, professional conduct, and business ethics.
• Proactively acts upon and efficiently organizes efforts needed to address safety and operational efficiency, and protection of community, personnel, environment, and assets.
• Completes a structured training program designed to build strengths in areas that match career aspirations and the needs of the Company.
• Leads compliance activities to include training, scheduling, and reporting.