Field Operator I: Pipeline & Safety Systems Technician

Howard Energy Partners; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Howard Energy Partners is looking for a Field Operator I to manage pipeline operation and maintenance, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. The role involves monitoring compressors, pipelines, dehydration equipment, and related field systems.

The incumbent will perform startups/shutdowns, analyze gas flow, conduct preventive maintenance, and document production metrics while collaborating with supervisors, maintenance teams, and contractors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• At least 1 year of experience operating pipelines or processing plants preferred.
• Certifications are not required.

Responsibilities

• Starts up, shuts down, and operates compressor stations in accordance with established operating procedures.
• Maintains and monitors compressors, pipelines, dehydration equipment, electric motors, fans, pumps, instrumentation, valves, alarms, and other field equipment.
• Analyzes gas flow streams and adjusts operating parameters as needed to ensure product quality and compliance with specifications.
• Performs preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on gas gathering and compression equipment, including compressors, engines, pumps, controls, piping, and valves.
• Prepares and maintains daily production reports, documenting liquid production, gas volumes, operational downtime, and other key performance metrics.
• Maintains effective communication with supervisors, operations personnel, maintenance teams, contractors, and other stakeholders regarding ongoing projects and daily operational activities.
• Monitors, maintains, and operates safety, environmental, and fire protection systems to ensure regulatory compliance and safe operations.
• Performs routine housekeeping and maintains a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Computer literacy

Safety compliance

Flexibility

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Howard Energy Partners is looking for a Field Operator I to manage pipeline operation and maintenance, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. The role involves monitoring compressors, pipelines, dehydration equipment, and related field systems.

The incumbent will perform startups/shutdowns, analyze gas flow, conduct preventive maintenance, and document production metrics while collaborating with supervisors, maintenance teams, and contractors.