Plant Operations Technician

This position offers a 14/14 rotation schedule with paid travel expenses and available housing.

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.
• Perform various other tasks as required.

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.
• Able to work in a self-directed work team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software modules, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to manage time effectively when given multiple tasks with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and respond to call-outs as needed.
• Follow and adhere to all applicable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines (e.g., eye protection, footwear, Nomex).
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in maintenance and/or operation of a natural gas plant.
• Two-year associate degree or equivalent on-the-job training in a specific skill area.
• Experience working in a team environment, self-starter, and ability to collaborate with peers.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Schedule

14/14 rotation schedule (14 days on, 14 days off).

Physical Demands

• Specific vision abilities required, including 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.