Plant Operations Technician (14/14 rotation)
Targa Resources · Loving, NM · 2 wk ago
EngineeringFull-time
Responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and operating equipment within the plant boundaries, and may assist with supporting equipment in the surrounding area.
Responsibilities
- Operate plant processes using plant control systems.
- Monitor operational parameters and make necessary adjustments to meet specific production targets.
- Recognize equipment abnormalities and communicate with maintenance regarding significant repairs.
- Complete operating reports, notify of environmental deviations, and perform equipment lockout/tag-out for maintenance and repair.
- Comply with all applicable EH&S policies and procedures.
- Perform skilled routine and non-routine maintenance on plant and surrounding equipment, including:
- Compressors
- Pumps
- Filter Houses
- In-Line Screens
- Piping and Valving
- Automobiles
- Pressurized Process Vessels and Supporting Equipment
- Create and maintain operational and inspection records.
- Document all operational activities via plant logs and computer records.
- Ensure proper housekeeping.
- Recommend facility modifications or procedure changes to enhance operation and cost analysis.
- Comply with facility regulations and respond within critical time limitations to unusual operating conditions and changing operational modes.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license and compliance with company’s driving policy and insurance requirements.
- Ability to work 12-hour rotating (day/night) shifts, including weekends and holidays.
- Must pass pre-employment and annual respirator fit testing.
- Regular use of complex machines and equipment; specialized or advanced software programs.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills to interface with teams, personnel, and vendors; ability to work in a self-directed work team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office software modules, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and manage time when given multiple tasks.
- Regular and reliable attendance.
- Willingness to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and respond to call-outs as needed.
- Adherence to all applicable Personal Proteive Equipment (PPE) guidelines (e.g., eye protection, footwear, Nomex).
Preferred Qualifications
- 1-3 years experience in maintenance and/or operation of a natural gas plant.
- Two-year associate’s degree or equivalent on-the-job training in a specific skill area.
- Experience working in a team environment; self-starter with ability to collaborate with peers.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Physical Demands
- Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.
- Able to work in close quarters: kneeling, squatting, sitting, climbing, and standing.
- Ability to lift, push, and pull a minimum of 50 lbs.
Schedule
14x14 rotation schedule.
Benefits
- Travel expenses paid.
- Housing available.