Gas Plant Operator

Diversified Gas & Oil Corporation; Lovington (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Diversified Gas & Oil Corporation seeks a Gas Plant Operator to manage the gas plant process, ensuring safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance while producing on-spec NGLs. The role requires monitoring equipment, temperatures, pressures, and tank gauges, and will involve troubleshooting and starting/stopping compressors or pumps as needed.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, 2+ years in the industry, and basic computer skills; strong communication and initiative are

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of relevant industry experience preferred.
• Technical certification or equivalent training in a mechanical/energy field preferred.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record required.
• Knowledge of operation, control and general design of processing or treating plant systems.
• Basic math calculations (percentages, ratios, proportions) required.
• Basic computer skills (Word, Excel) required.
• Ability to work under potentially stressful conditions and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage and control the operation of the gas plant process, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance; produce on-spec NGLs.
• Oversee operation of gas processing equipment; monitor temperatures, pressures, and tank gauging.
• Troubleshoot issues and promptly identify operational problems.
• Start and stop compressors or pumps as needed for the process.
• Communicate with team members to address operational challenges and maintain safe operations.

Skills

Gas plant operations

Safety compliance

Team communication

Basic math

MS Word/Excel

Initiative

Decision making

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

COMPANY PROFILE

Diversified Gas & Oil Corporation ("DGOC") is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Diversified Energy Company PLC, a US-based company listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and London Stock Exchange (LSE) under the ticker symbol “DEC”. Diversified Gas & Oil Corporation (DGOC) is an established owner and operator of producing conventional and unconventional natural gas & oil wells and midstream pipelines and compression stations concentrated in the Appalachian Basin in the United States. Headquartered in Birmingham, AL, our field operations are located throughout the Appalachian Basin in the states of Tennessee, Kentucky, Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. In 2021, Diversified announced our expansion into our Central Regional Focus Area, which includes producing areas within Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas.

POSITION SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Gas plant operator will be responsible for managing and controlling the operation of the gas plant process, ensuring safety, efficiency, compliance with regulations, and producing on-spec NGL production.
• The gas plant operator will oversee the operation of gas processing equipment, monitoring temperatures, pressures, and tank gauging.
• Operators should have skills and knowledge of the oil and gas industry.
• Troubleshooting issues and identifying operational problems promptly is a must and expected responsibility.
• Operator will be responsible for starting and stopping all associated compressors or pumps for the process.
• Operators must be able to think critically and make quick decisions in response to operational challenges while working and communicating with other team members.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• A minimum of a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
• 2+ years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience is preferred.
• Technical certification or equivalent training in a mechanical environment or energy related field is preferred.
• A valid driver's license with acceptable driving record is required.
• Knowledge of the operation, control and general design of various kinds of systems typically present in a processing or treating plant is required.
• The ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, such as, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical solutions is required.
• Basic computer skills such as: opening, creating and updating content in MS Word documents and Excel spreadsheets is required.
• Ability to assume responsibility, be flexible, perform duties and handle multiple tasks under potentially stressful and/or hazardous conditions.
• The ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with other individuals, teams, customers, and stakeholders of the business, at various levels of the organization, in a business like and professional manner is required.
• Takes initiative and is proactive in addressing issues.
• Quickly and efficiently completes tasks.
• The ability to demonstrate conscientiousness, dependability and commitment to the role, team and company.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Must be able to move or traverse from one location on the job site to another. This includes the ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods, frequently positioning oneself (e.g., to stoop, kneel, or squat) to perform tasks, and occasionally ascend/descend (e.g., ladders or uneven terrain)
• Ability to detect, determine, perceive, identify, recognize, judge, observe, inspect, estimate, and assess driving operations effectively (either naturally or with corrective lenses).
• Must be able to repetitively move or position feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, and back. Constantly operates, uses, and positions hands and fingers in performance of work
• Must be able to work atop elevated surfaces and traverse various heights
• Lifts or carries 50 lbs. or more, which falls into the "heavy" category (over 50 pounds).
• Frequently pushes and pulls with a maximum force of 150 ft./lbs.
• Constantly works in outdoor weather conditions and is exposed to varying environmental conditions, including well site conditions. The position requires the ability to perform tasks in physically demanding environments, encompassing the essential physical requirements and efforts outline

The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.