Field Operator, Level 1-5 (SACROC)

Kinder Morgan, Inc.; Snyder (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinder Morgan, Inc. is seeking an experienced field operator for SACROC production facilities. You will operate wells and equipment, perform safety tags, collect readings, and ensure data is recorded accurately. The role requires 3–5 years in oil and gas and willingness to train in hot work and confined space permitting.

You will work with field staff, maintain pumps and separators, and follow policies to achieve zero incidents while supporting ongoing maintenance and repairs as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3 to 5 yrs. minimum experience operating in the Oil and Gas Industry.
• EOR preferred experience. "Enhanced Oil Recovery".

Responsibilities

• Operate all SACROC production wells and facilities safely and comply with regulatory agency guidelines and corporate policies.
• Work with Field Operators and Supervision to maintain and operate, Submersible Pumps, Manifold Separators, and Tank batteries.
• Perform Lock, and Tag out of all equipment in an assigned area.
• Assist in repairs and maintenance issues on all production equipment.
• Test production wells, collect production readings and interface with other Area operators.
• Insure quality information is being recorded and distributed and entered into a data base system. "Prodnet".
• Maintain all assigned production and rotating equipment at facilities.
• Report any and all SAFETY Hazards in a timely manner.
• Must be willing to work at any given time and cover vacations.
• Must follow all company Policies and Procedures without deviation.
• Must have a mind set for SAFETY and achieving zero incidents.
• The candidate will also be trained in Hot Work and Confined Space permitting and will be assigned duties related to such permitting.
• The candidate will be responsible for operating a low pressure gas compressor facility, a water injection facility and an oil transfer facility
• Other duties as assigned.
• Job level commensurate with experience.

Skills

Pumps operation

Process control

Safety awareness

MS Word

MS Excel

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

What We Are Looking For

What You Will Do

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• The candidate will operate all SACROCproduction wells and facilities safely and comply with regulatory agency guidelines and corporate policies.
• Work with Field Operators and Supervision to maintain and operate, Submersible Pumps, Manifold Separators, and Tank batteries.
• Perform Lock, and Tag out of all equipment in an assigned area.
• Assist in repairs and maintenance issues on all production equipment.
• Test production wells, collect production readings and interface with other Area operators.
• Insure quality information is being recorded and distributed and entered into a data base system. "Prodnet"
• Maintain all assigned production and rotating equipment at facilities.
• Report any and all SAFETY Hazards in a timely manner.
• Must be willing to work at any given time and cover vacations.
• Must follow all company Policies and Procedures without deviation.
• Must have a mind set for SAFETY and achieving zero incidents.
• The candidate will also be trained in Hot Work and Confined Space permitting and will be assigned duties related to such permitting.
• The candidate will be responsible for operating a low pressure gas compressor facility, a water injection facility and an oil transfer facility
• Other duties as assigned.
• Job level commensurate with experience.

What You Need

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience / Specific knowledge:

• 3 to 5 yrs. minimum experience operating in the Oil and Gas Industry.
• EOR preferred experience. " Enhanced Oil Recovery "

Competencies, skills, and abilities:

• Operational knowledge of Centrifugal pumps, three phase separation and process flow.
• Operational knowledge of pneumatic and electrical controls, and how they relate to the process equipment.
• Be willing to work with pressure that range from 0-2200#.
• Computer skills; must be proficient in Word, and Excel.
• Must be a self-motivated individual with an open mind.

Preferred Safety Requirements

• Previous training in Lock out Tag out process.
• Previous training in H2S

Why Join Kinder Morgan

Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.

Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.