Gas Processing Plant Operator - 12-Hour Shifts (Pecos)

Western Midstream; Pecos (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Midstream in West Texas near Pecos, TX is seeking a Comanche Plant team member to operate and maintain core process units in a 12-hour rotating shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

The role requires safety compliance, basic gas processing knowledge, and the ability to work near heavy equipment while living within 75 miles of Pecos. Travel and visa sponsorship are not required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year gas plant operations or related experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of oil and gas operations including equipment is required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-focused environment.
• Computer skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to and enforce all applicable company, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations.
• Execute startup, shut down and operating procedures for engines, compressors, furnaces, distillation towers, expanders, electric motors, fans, pumps, instrumentation, valves and alarms.
• Analyze flow streams using a gas chromatograph and product samples to make necessary process adjustments and maintain product specifications.
• Perform minor maintenance of compressors, engines, pumps, controls, piping and valves.
• Prepare maintenance orders and notify maintenance personnel of problem areas; generate daily production reports including liquid production, downtime and gas volumes.
• Monitor and maintain inlet and outlet volumes; coordinate with gas control, field operations and third party interests as required.
• Knowledge of cryogenic process, propane and amine operations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Office suite

Teamwork

Gas plant operations knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Word

Job description

Western Midstream in West Texas near Pecos, TX is seeking a Comanche Plant team member to operate and maintain core process units in a 12-hour rotating shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

The role requires safety compliance, basic gas processing knowledge, and the ability to work near heavy equipment while living within 75 miles of Pecos. Travel and visa sponsorship are not required.