Senior Midstream Operator – Compressor Station Lead

NES Fircroft Ltd; Artesia (NM); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft Ltd is seeking a contract Midstream Operator in Artesia, NM, to lead compressor station operations and maintenance under limited supervision. You will analyze SCADA data, mentor operators, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance across our service areas in New Mexico and West Texas.

You will coordinate maintenance, drive run-time improvements, and maintain detailed operational records while collaborating with engineering teams to implement upgrades.

Responsibilities

• Leads complex compressor station operations and maintenance activities under limited supervision.
• Oversees operation and troubleshooting of compressor stations, including advanced maintenance and optimization of compressors, pumps, and auxiliary systems.
• Utilizes predictive maintenance tools to proactively reduce unscheduled downtime.
• Ensures accurate GIS mapping and leads periodic visual inspections of compressor stations.
• Drives compliance with regulatory and DOT standards, coordinating emergency response efforts.
• Leads real-time surveillance and operational checks of compressor station systems, ensuring thorough documentation of activities.
• Manages corrective tasks, oversees vendor performance, and represents the company in material deliveries.
• Collaborates with chemical techs and engineering teams for equipment protection and upgrades.
• Trains and mentors lower-level employees, facilitating peer-to-peer knowledge sharing.
• Serves as a field-wide contact for compressor station operations and maintenance, especially during emergencies.
• Maintains a strong safety culture, participates in the SAFE program, and upholds the authority to stop work in unsafe conditions.

Skills

Client Issue Resolution

Corrosion Monitoring

Data Analysis & Reporting

Data Reporting

Engine Maintenance

Equipment Maintenance

Instrumentation Controls

Issue Tracking

Problem Resolution

Regulatory Compliance

Report Analysis

Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

Enhanced Problem Resolution

Advanced Data Analysis & Reporting

Increased Regulatory Compliance

Independent Issue Tracking

Advanced Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

Leadership in Client Issue Resolution

Advanced Engine & Equipment Maint.

Lead Instrumentation Controls

Lead Data Analysis & Reporting

Oversight of Regulatory Compliance

Mentorship in Problem Resolution and

Job description

NES Fircroft Ltd is seeking a contract Midstream Operator in Artesia, NM, to lead compressor station operations and maintenance under limited supervision. You will analyze SCADA data, mentor operators, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance across our service areas in New Mexico and West Texas.

You will coordinate maintenance, drive run-time improvements, and maintain detailed operational records while collaborating with engineering teams to implement upgrades.