Midstream Operator

NES Fircroft Ltd; Artesia (NM); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft Ltd is seeking a contract Midstream Operator in Artesia, NM, to lead compressor station operations and maintenance under limited supervision. You will analyze SCADA data, mentor operators, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance across our service areas in New Mexico and West Texas.

You will coordinate maintenance, drive run-time improvements, and maintain detailed operational records while collaborating with engineering teams to implement upgrades.

Responsibilities

• Leads complex compressor station operations and maintenance activities under limited supervision.
• Oversees operation and troubleshooting of compressor stations, including advanced maintenance and optimization of compressors, pumps, and auxiliary systems.
• Utilizes predictive maintenance tools to proactively reduce unscheduled downtime.
• Ensures accurate GIS mapping and leads periodic visual inspections of compressor stations.
• Drives compliance with regulatory and DOT standards, coordinating emergency response efforts.
• Leads real-time surveillance and operational checks of compressor station systems, ensuring thorough documentation of activities.
• Manages corrective tasks, oversees vendor performance, and represents the company in material deliveries.
• Collaborates with chemical techs and engineering teams for equipment protection and upgrades.
• Trains and mentors lower-level employees, facilitating peer-to-peer knowledge sharing.
• Serves as a field-wide contact for compressor station operations and maintenance, especially during emergencies.
• Maintains a strong safety culture, participates in the SAFE program, and upholds the authority to stop work in unsafe conditions.

Skills

Client Issue Resolution

Corrosion Monitoring

Data Analysis & Reporting

Data Reporting

Engine Maintenance

Equipment Maintenance

Instrumentation Controls

Issue Tracking

Problem Resolution

Regulatory Compliance

Report Analysis

Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

Enhanced Problem Resolution

Advanced Data Analysis & Reporting

Increased Regulatory Compliance

Independent Issue Tracking

Advanced Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

Leadership in Client Issue Resolution

Advanced Engine & Equipment Maint.

Lead Instrumentation Controls

Lead Data Analysis & Reporting

Oversight of Regulatory Compliance

Mentorship in Problem Resolution and

Job description

Schedule: 8x6 (Tuesday -Tuesday)- 10 hour days
Location: Artesia, NM
No per diem or housing provided.

These openings could be day or night-shift depending on need and will service our areas in New Mexico and West Texas (Carlsbad, Pecos, Wink).

JOB SUMMARY

As a contract Midstream Operator, you will take a leadership role in midstream operations, working under limited supervision to ensure optimal performance and reliability. You will lead the operation of compressor stations, oversee equipment performance, and coordinate minor maintenance and repairs. Your responsibilities include analyzing SCADA data and field observations to drive equipment run time, training and mentoring less experienced operators, facilitating peer-to-peer knowledge sharing, maintaining detailed operational records, and ensuring compliance with all safety standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

• Leads complex compressor station operations and maintenance activities under limited supervision.
• Oversees operation and troubleshooting of compressor stations, including advanced maintenance and optimization of compressors, pumps, and auxiliary systems.
• Utilizes predictive maintenance tools to proactively reduce unscheduled downtime.
• Ensures accurate GIS mapping and leads periodic visual inspections of compressor stations.
• Drives compliance with regulatory and DOT standards, coordinating emergency response efforts.
• Leads real-time surveillance and operational checks of compressor station systems, ensuring thorough documentation of activities.
• Manages corrective tasks, oversees vendor performance, and represents the company in material deliveries.
• Collaborates with chemical techs and engineering teams for equipment protection and upgrades.
• Trains and mentors lower-level employees, facilitating peer-to-peer knowledge sharing.
• Serves as a field-wide contact for compressor station operations and maintenance, especially during emergencies.
• Maintains a strong safety culture, participates in the SAFE program, and upholds the authority to stop work in unsafe conditions.

SKILLS

• Client Issue Resolution
• Corrosion Monitoring
• Data Analysis & Reporting
• Data Reporting
• Engine Maintenance
• Equipment Maintenance
• Instrumentation Controls
• Issue Tracking
• Problem Resolution
• Regulatory Compliance
• Report Analysis
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• Enhanced Problem Resolution
• Advanced Data Analysis & Reporting
• Increased Regulatory Compliance Responsibility
• Independent Issue Tracking
• Advanced Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• Leadership in Client Issue Resolution
• Advanced Engine & Equipment Maintenance
• Lead Instrumentation Controls
• Lead Data Analysis & Reporting
• Oversight of Regulatory Compliance
• Mentorship in Problem Resolution and Report Analysis

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining andManufacturingsectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.