Plant Operator

About the role

This position is responsible for the operation of compressors, motors, cooling equipment, pumps, valves, pipelines and other related gas processing equipment. This position ensures the cost effective and efficient operation of gas processing and treating units and associated equipment within gas and liquid facilities and pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Operate, inspect, and maintain equipment and systems at plant facilities which includes, but is not limited to: cryogenic plants, hydrocarbon fractionation units, process controls and measurement, LNG facilities, engines and compressors, pumps, pump stations, pressure relief systems, instrument air systems, dehydrators, fuel systems, treating, emergency shutdown systems, reciprocating compressors, gas fired heaters, process pumps, amine treating systems, inlet gas receivers and NGL storage and transfer facilities in a reliable and efficient manner while in compliance with the Partnership’s procedures and regulatory requirements
• Seek to optimize processing through facility by maintaining proper product specifications
• Respond to alarms and problems within the plant and takes corrective measures
• Maintain and adhere to required trainings, policies, and procedures
• May perform lab tests for quality assurance, diagnose mechanical problems, complete minor repairs as needed, assist other technical staff and any other tasks as assigned or required
• May monitor field compressor status through the use of SCADA
• Comply with partnership safety policies and procedures
• Perform energy isolation lockout/tagout procedures (LOTO)

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Level C: 0 – 2 years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience
• Level B: 2 – 4 years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience
• Level A: 4+ years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience
• Must maintain valid driver’s license in state of residency
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a group environment
• Demonstrated self- starter with the ability to work independently and exercise good judgement
• Ability to work in a 24/7 operational environment, shift rotations, and perform call outs
• Must be able to react to high stress/emergency situations in a deliberate, thoughtful, and timely manner
• Mechanical aptitude with ability to learn and perform operation and maintenance tasks associated with various types of facilities and equipment
• Proficiency with computers including MS Office applications such as Excel and Outlook as well as other computer based work training, time reporting, expense reporting, and on-line work applications and documentation.
• HIMI software operations experience

Qualifications

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Frequent exposure to heat, cold, and other adverse weather conditions
• Working conditions may include confined spaces
• Repetitively standing, walking, bending, stretching, reaching over shoulder height, and climbing ladders up to 25 feet. Occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs with or without assistance
• Work in and around industrial and construction settings, which may include hazardous products, processes, materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and may require appropriate personal protective equipment
• Reliable attendance at work
• Occasional overnight travel may be required
• Must live within 40 miles of reporting location

Benefits

An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet

Energy Transfer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of any actual or perceived legally protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law.