Plant Operator

Job Summary 
This position is located in the West Texas operations as a Comanche Plant team member near Pecos, 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 
  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. 
• Knowledge of cryogenic process, propane and amine operations.  
  Complete assigned reports and logs 
  Work irregular hours, 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 1-year gas plant operations or related experience preferred
• Working knowledge of oil and gas operations including a working knowledge of natural gas processing facilities and related equipment 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 Pecos, TX. 

WES retains the right to change the schedule if it is needed by business. 
WES does not offer sponsorship of employment-based non-immigrant visa petitions for this role.

Physical Requirements

• Able to perform the essential functions of the position, including safely lifting and moving equipment, climbing stairs, working around industrial equipment, and working outdoors in changing weather conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation.