Helium Plant Operator

Camstex; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 80,231,000 - 88,828,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

CAMS - Badger Midstream Energy is hiring a Plant Operator for Shift activities that include cross-functional work in helium plant operations, reciprocating compressors operations, natural gas dehydration, while working in a team environment that operates the helium plant and compressor station facilities in accordance with company policies/procedures and in compliance with all regulatory agencies.

The successful incumbent must be self-motivated, and a self-starter who is comfortable working

Qualifications

• 3 years helium plant processing and liquefaction (preferred).
• 5 years cryogenic natural gas plant operations and maintenance experience.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of cryogenic plant operation and maintenance.
• Basic instrumentation and controls knowledge.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record; travel as needed.
• Pass pre-employment drug screen and DOT drug testing.
• Live within 50 miles of Keyes, OK.

Responsibilities

• Develop a monthly production schedule for the helium plant.
• Communicate schedule with clients.
• Start up and shutdown helium plant and related equipment after outages.
• Reset breakers or replace fuses to restore operation.
• Troubleshoot gas and helium plant operations.
• Lead on-the-job training for lower-level employees.
• Adhere to safety standards and PPE requirements.
• Support shift assignments and overtime as needed.

Skills

Helium plant operations

Cryogenic plant operations

Instrumentation controls

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cryogenic equipment maintenance

Electrical testing tools

Gas process instrumentation

Job description

CAMS - Badger Midstream Energy is hiring a Plant Operator for Shift activities that include cross-functional work in helium plant operations, reciprocating compressors operations, natural gas dehydration, while working in a team environment that operates the helium plant and compressor station facilities in accordance with company policies/procedures and in compliance with all regulatory agencies.

The successful incumbent must be self-motivated, and a self-starter who is comfortable working alone as well as in a group environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Must be able to work other than regular hours and callouts and may be subject to shift assignments.
• Must work effectively in a team environment.
• Needs to be a self-starter and have good communication skills.
• Develop a monthly production schedule for the helium plant.
• Communicate schedule with clients.
• Demonstrate ability to start up entire compression and natural gas process equipment after a shutdown.
• Demonstrate ability to shut down helium plant properly.
• Demonstrate the ability to restart the helium plant from cold shutdown.
• Demonstrate ability to reset breakers or replace electrical equipment fuses to establish plant operation.
• Demonstrate ability to troubleshoot operations or production issues in the natural gas process equipment and the helium plant.
• Lead in all on-the-job (OJT) training areas for lower-level employees.
• Adheres to housekeeping and safety standards, including the required use of personal protective equipment.
• All other duties as deemed necessary by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Preferred 3 years Helium Plant processing and liquefaction.
• 5 years cryogenic Natural Gas plant operations and maintenance experience.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Knowledgeable in operating and maintaining cryogenic plants and facilities.
• Fundamental knowledge of instrumentation and controls associated with cryogenic plant operations.
• Candidate must have a proven safe driving record and provide documentation of past traffic violations upon request, as well as maintain a valid driver's license
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and is subject to random DOT drug testing.
• The employee will be required to live within 50 miles of the Keyes, OK area.
• Subject to hazardous conditions including escaping gas, adverse weather conditions and temperatures, high-pressure gas, cryogenic gases and liquids and occasional heavy lifting.
• Ability to climb overhead structures, work beneath machines, and perform analysis and repair work in close quarters.
• A high degree of attention is required to prevent injury to self and others.
• Ability to work all shifts, flexible hours, and mandatory overtime.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.

$28 - $31 an hour

Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record, as this position requires occasional travel for company business. Candidates should be comfortable operating a vehicle as part of their job responsibilities and must meet any applicable company and insurance requirements.

We offer a variety of excellent benefits. Full-time employees are offered the following: medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, and Life insurance plans. You can even select additional "al la carte" benefits to meet all your needs. You can also enroll in our 401k, flex spending accounts for medical and childcare needs, and participate in our employee referral and tuition reimbursement programs.

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

We believe in transparency and providing candidates with important information to make informed decisions. The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience, qualifications, and location. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to skills, experience, and relevant qualifications.

This range represents the base salary and does not include other forms of compensation, such as bonuses, benefits, or equity, which may be offered in addition to the base pay. The company reserves the right to modify compensation ranges at any time in accordance with business needs and market conditions.