Process Operator Specialist

SST Direct; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Job summary

Superior Skilled Trades is seeking experienced Process Operator Specialists for a long-term industrial project in Starbase, TX. Candidates will operate, monitor, maintain and troubleshoot industrial equipment and automated process systems.

Responsibilities include reading P&IDs, calibrating instruments, maintaining systems, following OSHA lockout/tagout procedures, and assisting engineers to improve equipment performance. Outdoor work, day or night shifts, per diem offered.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in plant operations or related fields.
• Experience with automated process systems and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read P&IDs and electrical schematics.
• High school diploma or equivalent; or associate degree with relevant automated experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor equipment performance and process parameters to identify and correct operational issues.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and calibrate compressors, control valves, instrumentation, and process equipment.
• Operate and maintain industrial mechanical and electrical systems.
• Work with engineers and technicians to support equipment installation, repairs, and system improvements.
• Read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, and technical drawings.
• Assist with developing and following standard operating procedures.
• Maintain equipment inventory, spare parts, and maintenance records.
• Follow OSHA safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and hot work requirements.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Safety compliance

Outdoor work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in mechanical or electrical engineering technology

Tools

P&IDs

Electrical schematics

Industrial control systems

Compressors

Instrumentation

Job description

NOW HIRING: PROCESS OPERATOR SPECIALIST

Superior Skilled Trades (SST)
Location: Starbase, TX
Pay: $32–$42 per hour DOE + Per Diem
Position Type: Long-Term Opportunity

Superior Skilled Trades is seeking experienced Process Operator Specialists for a long-term industrial project in Starbase, TX. Qualified candidates should have hands-on experience operating, monitoring, maintaining, and troubleshooting industrial equipment and automated process systems.

Job Responsibilities

• Monitor equipment performance and process parameters to identify and correct operational issues.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and calibrate compressors, control valves, instrumentation, and process equipment.
• Operate and maintain industrial mechanical and electrical systems.
• Work with engineers and technicians to support equipment installation, repairs, and system improvements.
• Read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, and technical drawings.
• Assist with developing and following standard operating procedures.
• Maintain equipment inventory, spare parts, and maintenance records.
• Follow OSHA safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and hot work requirements.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in plant operations, control room operations, industrial maintenance, millwright support, or instrumentation/electrical operations with a high school diploma or equivalent; OR
• Associate degree in mechanical or electrical engineering technology with 2+ years of relevant automated process experience.
• Experience operating and troubleshooting industrial process equipment.
• Knowledge of temperature, pressure, flow, and other process parameters.
• Ability to read P&IDs and electrical schematics.
• Experience with compressors, control systems, instrumentation, or industrial machinery preferred.
• Familiarity with 120V, 480V, and 4160V electrical systems preferred.
• Must be comfortable working outdoors, climbing ladders, and operating lifts at heights exceeding 100 feet.
• Flexible availability for day or night shifts and weekends as needed.
• Must meet applicable project eligibility and export-control requirements.

Compensation & Opportunity

$32–$42 per hour, depending on experience, PLUS per diem!

LONG-TERM POSITION!

Superior Skilled Trades is looking for experienced Process Operator Specialists ready to join a major industrial project in Starbase, TX. Great opportunity for qualified candidates seeking long-term work with competitive pay and per diem!