Plant Operator (Calumet, OKC, Yukon, OK)

ONEOK, Inc.; Calumet (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Profit sharing

Life insurance

Annual bonuses

Paid time off

Job summary

ONEOK, Inc. is seeking candidates for plant operations near Calumet, OK. The role involves operating and maintaining processing equipment, monitoring conditions, and performing start/stop tasks on a 12‑hour 7 on/7 off schedule.

Relocation or relocation-to-area is encouraged within 40 miles. Comprehensive rewards and safety‑driven environment are highlighted. Strong familiarity with compressors, engines, pumps, turbines and DCS control is preferred, along with the ability to follow permitting and

Qualifications

• Experience reading and interpreting drawings, diagrams, logs and manuals.
• Knowledge of compressor stations and processing plant operations.
• Ability to operate and maintain plant equipment safely.
• Familiarity with safety and environmental procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain processing plant equipment (compressors, motors, engines, pumps, turbines).
• Monitor and control equipment operating conditions.
• Start, stop, and operate equipment.
• Prepare equipment for maintenance including permitting and lockout/tagout.
• Assist with repairs and report safety/environmental concerns.
• Maintain logs and time sheets.
• Drive company vehicles and ensure maintenance.
• DOT-based duties as needed.

Skills

Drawing interpretation

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Tools

DCS/Control boards

Industrial software

Job description

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

JOB SUMMARY

Job Description Your ideas have a place here-step into a role where your work directly drives solutions in a fast-evolving energy industry. At ONEOK, you'll contribute to delivering energy products and services that power progress while gaining hands‑on experience in plant operations.

We're looking for candidates within 40 miles of Calumet, OK or willing to relocate. Preferred experience in operating and maintaining plant equipment such as; compressors, motors, engines, cooling equipment, pumps, treating systems, DCS/control boards, and turbines. This position is a 7 on / 7 off schedule, working 12-hour shift. Example: 7 daylights 5am-5pm, 7 days off, 7 nights 5pm-5am, 7 days off then back on 7 daylights.

ONEOK offers a highly competitive total rewards package, including comprehensive health benefits, a 6% 401(k) match plus 4 additional company contributions through the company's profit sharing, $100,000 in life insurance, annual bonuses for all employees, and a minimum of three weeks of paid time off that recognizes your industry experience. Join a Fortune 500 company where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your impact matters.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain processing plant equipment including, but not limited to:

• Compressors
• Motors
• Engines
• Cooling equipment
• Auxiliary units
• Pumps
• Turbines
• Treating systems

• Monitor and control equipment operating conditions

• Start, stop, and operate equipment

• Prepare equipment for maintenance activities including, but not limited to:

• Permitting
• Lock out tag out
• Decommissioning

• 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

Experience reading and interpreting drawings, diagrams, work logs, dials, gauges, charts, procedures, and operational and repair manuals

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: 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

Applicable certifications 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