Plant Operator

Job Summary:
This position is located within the Western Midstream Northern Rockies Region as a member of the Chipeta Gas Plant Operations team in Vernal, Utah.

Qualifications:

- Minimum 3 years gas plant operations or related experience required

- A working knowledge of oil and gas operations including a working knowledge of natural gas processing facilities and related equipment is preferred

- Strong interpersonal and communication skills

- Ability to work effectively in a team-focused environment

- Computer skills including Excel, Word, and Outlook preferred

Responsibilities:

- Adhere to and enforce all applicable company, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations

- Execute startup, shut down and operating procedures for engines, compressors, furnaces, distillation towers, expanders, electric motors, fans, pumps, instrumentation, valves, and alarms

- Analyze flow streams using a gas chromatograph and product samples to make necessary process adjustments and maintain product specifications

- Perform minor maintenance of compressors, engines, pumps, controls, piping, and valves

- Prepare maintenance orders and notify maintenance personnel of problem areas

- Generate daily production reports including liquid production, downtime, and gas volumes

- Monitor and maintain inlet and outlet volumes. Coordinate with gas control, field operations and third-party interests as required

- Complete assigned reports and logs

- Work rotating 12-hour shifts. Working inside and outside, around heavy equipment, and in variable environmental conditions

- Monitor, maintain, and operate safety and fire protection systems

- Accomplish job responsibilities/duties in accordance with Western Midstream Core Values

- Be an active participant in our Health Safety and Environmental culture Tracks daily production including liquid production, downtime, and gas volumes

- Understand and follows Safety protocols to ensure a safe work environment

- Understanding of PSM regulatory program, including being trained and knowledgeable of Operator qualifications

- Understands standard operating procedures

- Perform various other duties as assigned

Education:

- High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Certifications/Licenses:

- Candidate must possess a valid driver's license with no restrictions that would prohibit driving a company vehicle.

Relocation:

- This position is not eligible for relocation.

Travel Requirements:

- The percentage of travel required for this position is 0 - 10%.

Work Schedule:

- 12 hour rotating shift position including nights, weekends, and holidays.

- Candidate must live within 60 miles of the Chipeta Plant or Vernal UT.