Remote Operations Center Operator

Kinetik; Midland, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinetik is a leading energy services company servicing the Permian Basin with gathering, compression, processing, and water management solutions. The Remote Operations Center team monitors and controls assets to ensure continuous flow and on-time deliveries for producers connected to the Kinetik system.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, and ideally ~1 year of natural gas processing experience, plus strong communication and computer skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• About 1 year of natural gas processing experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay calm under stress.
• Proactive, takes initiative and is reliable.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily operations of compressor stations across the Kinetik Gathering System.
• Track residue sales volumes and coordinate with third party controllers.
• Remote start/stop of compression across the system.
• Operate amine and glycol systems; assist with start/shutdowns.
• Oversee NGL deliveries and coordinate with third party sales.
• Maintain detailed reporting of daily activities and events.

Skills

Communication skills

Gas processing experience

Microsoft Office

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kinetik is strategically located in the heart of the Delaware Basin in the Permian, one of the fastest growing areas for oil and gas development in the world. We provide the gathering, compression, processing, transportation and water management services required to bring natural gas, natural gas liquids and crude oil to market and are dedicated to providing the best service and netback for our customers. We are driven to be best-in-class and committed to growing our existing assets in the Permian Basin through both greenfield and acquisition opportunities.

Kinetik employees have decades of experience in West Texas and provide all the important services our customers need to deliver gas and crude oil production to market, which include gathering, transportation, compression, processing and produced water management.

The Remote Operations Center (ROC) is responsible for the coordinated efforts of maintaining, monitoring and controlling assets throughout the Kinetik system. The ROC deploys various teams to ensure continuity of flow from producers associated with the Kinetik system as well as meet delivery targets on the residue system.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monitoring the daily operations of compressor stations associated with the Kinetik Gathering System


• Monitoring the daily residue sales volumes and adjusting sales via third party controller


• Remote start and stopping of compression throughout the system


• Operation of amine and glycol systems, including startup and shutdown as necessary


• Overseeing NGL deliveries and coordinating with third party sales


• Complete detailed reporting/record keeping of daily activities and events


• Answering calls and reporting events on the Pipeline Emergency System


• Controlling access to facilities remotely


• Utilization of cameras to monitor flaring and general work practices at various facilities


• Monitoring personnel location using Geotab for incident response and reliability coordination


• All other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• A minimum of a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required


• One year of natural gas processing experience preferred


• Must have basic computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office


• Must have good communication skills both written and oral


• Ability to assume responsibility, be flexible, perform duties and handle multiple tasks under potentially stressful conditions


• Takes initiative and is proactive in addressing issues


• Quickly and efficiently completes tasks


• The ability to work in a fast-paced environmen t

Working Conditions:

• Work a rotational 7/7, 12-hour shift including nights, weekends, and/or holidays


• Available to attend in-person office and field meetings as needed


• Occasional driving may be needed to travel to Kinetik plants and worksites as needed


• Will be working in an office environment with long periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer


• Available outside of normal working hours as needed for business necessity

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.


• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards


• Ability to work effectively in all working conditions noted above. Will require lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 15 lbs. on a consistent basis.

Kinetik is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law.