Plant Operator - Gas & Liquids Processing (Hands-On)

ONEOK, Inc.; Texas; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

ONEOK, Inc. is seeking a Plant Operator to safely operate and maintain natural gas and liquids processing facilities. The role covers compressors, motors, engines, pumps, turbines, and treating systems, with emphasis on safety, teamwork, and operational excellence.

You will start and stop equipment, monitor conditions, and prepare systems for maintenance using permitting and lockout/tagout. Experience reading drawings and logs is valued, along with DOT-related duties and driving company vehicles.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and safety mindset essential.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, diagrams, and operating manuals.
• Experience in oil/gas processing environments and hands-on maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain processing plant equipment including compressors, pumps, turbines, and treating systems.
• Start, stop, and control equipment; monitor operating conditions and respond to deviations.
• Prepare equipment for maintenance with permitting and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Maintain accurate safety, environmental, and maintenance records; support regulatory compliance.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Reading drawings/diagrams

Job description

ONEOK, Inc. is seeking a Plant Operator to safely operate and maintain natural gas and liquids processing facilities. The role covers compressors, motors, engines, pumps, turbines, and treating systems, with emphasis on safety, teamwork, and operational excellence.

You will start and stop equipment, monitor conditions, and prepare systems for maintenance using permitting and lockout/tagout. Experience reading drawings and logs is valued, along with DOT-related duties and driving company vehicles.