Plant Operator

ONEOK, Inc.; North Dakota; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Geographical allowance $1,500/mo

Job summary

ONEOK, Inc. in North Dakota seeks a Plant Operator to monitor and operate oil and gas liquids processing facilities. You’ll handle compressors, pumps, turbines, engines, and treating systems, ensuring safety and environmental standards while supporting maintenance and routine shutdowns.

This role emphasizes hands‑on operation, attention to detail, and the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions. A monthly geographical allowance of 1,500 USD pre‑tax is provided in addition to base salary.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of compressor station operations and safety practices.
• Familiarity with gas and liquid processing fundamentals.
• Ability to access basic company software applications.
• Ability to read drawings, gauges, and procedure manuals.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate processing plant equipment including compressors, motors, engines, and treating systems.
• Monitor equipment conditions and respond to abnormal or hazardous situations.
• Prepare equipment for maintenance and assist with repairs.
• Maintain records, logs, and safety/environmental forms.

Skills

Compressor operations

Pumps

Engines and turbines

Treating systems

Gas and liquid processing fundamentals

Computer skills

Safety procedures

Job description

#WeAreONEOK – Fortune 500 company. 100+ years in business. Leading midstream service provider. Safety first. Sustainable operations. Environmentally responsible. Employee focused.

JOB SUMMARY

At ONEOK, Plant Operators play a critical role in the safe, reliable operation of our oil and gas liquids processing facilities. In this position, you’ll be responsible for monitoring, operating, and maintaining a wide range of plant equipment—including compressors, pumps, turbines, engines, motors, and treating systems—while ensuring operations meet ONEOK’s high standards for safety, environmental stewardship, and performance. You’ll support day‑to‑day plant operations, prepare equipment for maintenance through permitting and lock‑out/tag‑out procedures, assist with repairs, and respond quickly to abnormal or hazardous conditions.

This role is well suited for hands‑on operators who enjoy working in dynamic environments, troubleshooting equipment, and partnering closely with maintenance and operations teams. Success in this position requires strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, comfort working safely around high‑pressure systems and rotating equipment, and the ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying conditions. As a Plant Operator at ONEOK, you’ll be part of a team that values safety, accountability, and operational excellence while offering long‑term career growth in the energy industry.

ONEOK provides a geographical allowance of $1,500 a month (pre-tax) for this position in addition to the base salary.

Job Profile Summary

Assist with or perform activities related to operation and maintenance of oil and gas liquid processing facilities under supervision.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Assist with or operate processing plant equipment including, but not limited to:

• Compressors
• Motors
• Engines
• Cooling equipment
• Auxiliary units
• Pumps
• Turbines
• Treating systems
• Operate loading/unloading rack (as specified by position)
• Monitor and control equipment operating conditions
• Start, stop, and operate equipment

Assist with equipment preparation for maintenance activities including, but not limited to:

• Lock out tag out
• Assist mechanics and others in performing repairs to equipment
• Identify and report any safety and/or environmental concerns
• Compile and/or maintain information such as time sheets, work logs, safety/environmental forms, and equipment maintenance and repair records
• Drive and ensure maintenance is complete on company vehicles
• Responsibilities may include Department of Transportation (DOT) covered functions, including operations, maintenance, or emergency response on a pipeline. Job duties also require the employee to be alert and respond immediately to dangerous or hazardous conditions, and where impaired performance, or failure to follow safety precautions, could result in serious injury or property damage.

Education

• None Required.

Work Experience

• None required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of: compressor station, storage field, gathering field, and/or processing plant operations

Knowledge of: computers. Demonstrated ability to access and/or perform basic computer functions utilizing company software applications.

Knowledge of: gas and liquid processing fundamentals

Knowledge of: applicable company and governmental operating practices and procedures

Knowledge of: safe handling of flammable gases, liquids, and high-pressure systems

Ability to: analyze, adjust, and perform minor repairs on equipment

Ability to: apply addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division

Ability to: read/understand drawings, diagrams, work logs, dials, gauges, charts, procedures, and operational and repair manuals

Ability to: maintain and prepare information such as safety/environmental reports, work logs, maintenance/repair logs, and time sheets

Ability to: interact and communicate effectively

Ability to: communicate and/or exchange information and instructions

Licenses and Certifications

• None required

Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements

• Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.

Strength Factor Description - Physical Demands/Requirements

Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about (Frequently)

Walking: Moving about on foot (Frequently)

Sitting: Remaining in a seated position (Occasionally)

Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally)

Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally)

Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Occasionally)

Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Occasionally)

Climbing: Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally)

Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Occasionally)

Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Occasionally)

Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Occasionally)

Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Occasionally)

Crawling: Moving about on the hands and arms in any direction (Occasionally)

Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)

Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly)

Fingering: Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly)

Feeling: Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips (Constantly)

Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Frequently)

Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Frequently)

Tasting/Smelling: (Constantly)

Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly)

Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Constantly)

Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Constantly)

Vision: Color - The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly)

Working Conditions/Environment

• Employee is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions

Working Conditions

Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Frequently)

Outdoor weather conditions (Frequently)

Wet or humid conditions (not weather related) (Frequently)

Extreme cold (not weather related) (Frequently)

Extreme heat (not weather related) (Frequently)

Dust, fumes, gases (Frequently)

Moving mechanical parts (Frequently)

Potential electric shock (Frequently)

Prolonged exposure to vibration (Frequently)

High pitched noises/loud noises (Frequently)

Unprotected heights (Frequently)

Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly)

CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly)

Travel

• Travel to company locations and/or for training

Driving

• Based on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's license

ONEOK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, national origin, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law.

The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with