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Western Midstream

Plant Operator

Barstow, TX · On-site

... operators in making accurate adjustments Analyze flow streams using a ... gas chromatograph and product samples to make necessary process adjustments and maintain product ...

Western Midstream

Plant Operator

Aurora, CO · On-site

$38 - $59.75/hr

Execute startup, shut down, while following operating procedures for engines, compressors, furnaces ... Analyze flow streams using a gas chromatograph and product samples to make necessary process ...

Western Midstream

Plant Operator

Platteville, CO · On-site

$38 - $59.75/hr

Execute startup, shut down and operating procedures for engines, compressors, furnaces ... Analyze flow streams using a gas chromatograph and product samples to make necessary process ...

Western Midstream

$38 - $59.75/hr

Execute startup, shut down and operating procedures for engines, compressors, furnaces ... Analyze flow streams using a gas chromatograph and product samples to make necessary process ...

Western Midstream

Plant Operator

Platteville, CO · On-site

$38 - $59.75/hr

Execute startup, shut down and operating procedures for engines, compressors, furnaces ... Analyze flow streams using a gas chromatograph and product samples to make necessary process ...

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Plant Operator

Barstow, TX • On-site

Western Midstream
Natural Gas Distribution • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

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Western Midstream rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

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Job description

Job Summary 

This position is located in the West Texas operations as a member of the Bone Spring Plant team near Barstow, TX working for the Midstream Operation. 

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

Responsibilities include drafting SOPs (Standard Operating Procedure) for new equipment and training operators on updated SOPs and LOTO procedures

Reading and revising P & IDs

Ability to coach operators in making accurate adjustments

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 (downtime logs, flare reports, SAP tasks, Intelex MOC tasks, LDAR requirements.)  Work irregular hours (possibly on-call), 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 WES Core Values

Qualifications
Minimum 4-year gas plant operations or related experience preferred 

 Must possess a strong understanding of PSM (Process Safety Management)

Knowledge of cryogenic process, propane and amine operations.

 Have experience in SAP or similar work order systems

Working knowledge of oil and gas operations including a working knowledge of natural gas processing facilities and related equipment, such as mole sieve dehydration, cryo operations, HMI and board operationd is required.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills 

Ability to work effectively in a team-focused environment
Computer skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook preferred

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.

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 75 miles of Barstow, TX.

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