Plant Operator I

About the role

The Plant Operator I carries out tasks to ensure the efficient operation of all aspects of a natural gas processing plant. This includes overseeing the cryogenic plant, amine treating plant, glycol and mole-sieve dehydration systems, tank farm, utilities, engines/compressors, PD pumps, and centrifugal pumps.

Responsibilities

• Ensures proper flows, temperatures, pressures, and levels, recognizing operating deviations and taking appropriate corrective action.
• Operates plant processes using an HMI control system, preferably Delta V, Wonderware, or Ignition.
• Recognizes equipment abnormalities and communicates with maintenance regarding significant repairs.
• Records parameter values, completes operating reports, notifies environmental deviations, and implements equipment lockout/tag‑out for maintenance and repair.
• Complies with PSM regulations.
• Completes basic training and demonstrates system awareness (e.g., SCADA, SOPs, AOC).
• Demonstrates basic understanding of operational capabilities across all systems and facilities.
• Applies basic knowledge of gas and liquid hydraulics/pressures, control schemes, and operational limits.
• Follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Performs basic component blending calculations.
• Maintains clear documentation of events and communicates effectively with fellow employees.
• Adheres to all safety and company policies.
• Demonstrates basic understanding of crisis management and incident response plans.
• Available for scheduled on‑call/relief duties and identifies, reports, and corrects safety and environmental concerns.
• Actively participates in company safety programs and initiatives.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years of operating experience in the oil/gas industry
• Experience working in a cryogenics or processing plant
• Experience with operating processes with HMI control, preferably Delta V, Wonderware, or Ignition
• Experience working with pressure vessels and equipment

Skills

• Possess a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job.
• Awareness of upstream and downstream quality specifications.
• Efficiently collaborate effectively with colleagues to achieve shared goals.
• Willingness and drive to learn tasks at hand.
• Good, clear, concise, and thorough written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong commitment to safety protocols and procedures.
• Effective troubleshooting and problem resolution skills.
• High level of accuracy and precision in tasks.
• Ability to perform shift work: routinely work holidays and weekends that occur during the shift.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues to achieve shared goals.