Gas Processing Operator — 12h Rotating Shifts, Gillette WY

Western Midstream; Gillette (WY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Midstream is seeking a Gas Plant Operator to join the Northern Rockies Region in Gillette, WY. You will be part of the 50 Buttes Gas Plant Operations team and contribute to safe, reliable day-to-day plant operations.

Responsibilities include startup/shutdown sequences, process adjustments based on chromatograph analysis, and routine maintenance. The role requires a High School Diploma and a valid driver's license, with 0–10% travel and 12-hour rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• Gas plant operations experience preferred.
• Knowledge of oil and gas processes and related equipment preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-focused environment.
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to and enforce safety and environmental regulations.
• Execute startup, shutdown and operating procedures for plant equipment.
• Analyze flow streams and adjust processes to maintain product specs.
• Perform minor maintenance on equipment.
• Prepare maintenance orders and notify maintenance personnel.
• Generate daily production reports and monitor volumes.
• Coordinate with gas control, field operations and third parties as required.
• Complete assigned reports and logs.
• Work rotating 12-hour shifts, indoors/outdoors around heavy equipment.
• Monitor and operate safety and fire systems.
• Align with Western Midstream Core Values and HSE culture.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Gas plant operations

Oil & gas operations knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Excel/Word/Outlook

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Western Midstream is seeking a Gas Plant Operator to join the Northern Rockies Region in Gillette, WY. You will be part of the 50 Buttes Gas Plant Operations team and contribute to safe, reliable day-to-day plant operations.

Responsibilities include startup/shutdown sequences, process adjustments based on chromatograph analysis, and routine maintenance. The role requires a High School Diploma and a valid driver's license, with 0–10% travel and 12-hour rotating shifts.