Operations Technician

Targa Resources; Mont Belvieu (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Targa Resources in Mont Belvieu, TX seeks a Safety-conscious operator to join the team responsible for the NGL fractionation unit and related facilities. The role requires hands-on operation, inspections, and adherence to environmental permits.

You will monitor conditions, respond to deviations, assist in maintenance, startup/shutdown, and participate in emergency response. A high school diploma or GED is required; plant experience preferred; weekend/holiday shifts and overtime may be needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• willingness to work 12-hour day/night shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong safety orientation and environmental awareness.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor the NGL fractionation unit and related facilities.
• Perform periodic inspections and report unsafe conditions or permit/regulatory issues.
• Maintain process performance by monitoring operating conditions and addressing variances.
• Assist with startup and shutdown of equipment and maintenance activities.
• Contribute to emergency response activities and follow supervisor directions.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Safety mindset

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Process Operations Certification/Training

Job description

Successful candidate will become a member of a team responsible for the operation of a natural gas liquid (NGL) fractionation unit and associated facilities located at Targa’s Mont Belvieu facility.

JOB FUNCTIONS AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct all job-related tasks in a safe manner; comply with all governmental and corporate regulations (including site-specific procedures) related to occupational safety, employee health and the environment
• Conduct periodic inspection of the facility and report on any unsafe conditions posing a potential conflict with environmental permits or regulations to local management
• Monitor operating conditions, report variances from normal conditions and take appropriate actions to maintain optimum process performance
• Complete all assigned tasks in assigned area(s) of responsibility including those related to compliance assurance
• Complete all deviation reports, including safety, environmental and work orders
• Respond to any direction provided by the supervisor, and/or senior operator on the shift
• Prepare portions of the facility or specific items of equipment for maintenance or repair
• Execute all tasks related to startup and shutdown of equipment in assigned areas of responsibility
• Participating in emergency response activities
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Ability to work 12-hour (day/night) shifts and will require some weekends and holidays to be worked
• Willing to work overtime to meet business needs and critical activities including relief for employees on vacation or personal leave
• Interpersonal communication skills are required in order to interface with all affected crafts, personnel, contractors and customers
• Must work with a minimum of supervision and be able to manage their time when given multiple tasks
• Regular and reliable attendance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Three years’ plant experience is preferred
• Degree or Certificate in Process Operations
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to lift, push, and pull at least a minimum of 50lbs
• Ability to work in changing climate conditions
• Able to work in close quarters: i.e., work while kneeling, squatting, sitting, climbing, and standing

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

Targa Resources provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria and without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees’ beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Targa’s policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Targa.

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