Director of Operations & Fleet Optimization

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P.; Pecos (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Compression Partners, LP is seeking a Director of Operations to lead fleet maintenance strategies, uphold safety, and drive profitability. The role reports to the Senior Director of Operations and oversees multiple district teams with a large HP footprint, requiring deep industry knowledge and strong financial acumen.

Travel and cross-functional leadership are essential components of the position. The candidate will manage budgets, coordinate with top management, and develop standards across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Minimum 12 years’ experience in natural gas compression.
• Ability to lead an operations team and manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety adherence and service standards.
• Hire, coach, motivate, performance manage and discipline.
• Engage cross-functionally to set standards and drive best practices.
• Monitor and improve efficiency of support services.
• Hire, retain, develop and train the operations team.
• Review financial statements and use data to improve profitability.
• Prepare and control operation budgets.
• Coordinate inventory and plan strategies for financial well-being.
• Manage quality and employee productivity.
• Liaise with top management and assist strategic planning.
• Any other duties or responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Influence and teaming

Gas compression knowledge

Strong organizational skills

Discretion and independent judgment

MS Office proficiency

Critical thinking

Written and verbal communication

Conflict management

Operations management

Business acumen

Understanding of training procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree (business, industrial technology, engineering)

12+ years in natural gas compression industry

Job description

USA Compression Partners, LP is seeking a Director of Operations to lead fleet maintenance strategies, uphold safety, and drive profitability. The role reports to the Senior Director of Operations and oversees multiple district teams with a large HP footprint, requiring deep industry knowledge and strong financial acumen.

Travel and cross-functional leadership are essential components of the position. The candidate will manage budgets, coordinate with top management, and develop standards across