Senior Plant Operator - Gas Processing & Safe Startup

ONEOK, Inc.; Mentone (TX); On-site; USD 83,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

ONEOK, Inc. invites qualified candidates to join as a Plant Operator in Mentone, Texas. You will operate and monitor compressors, engines, pumps, turbines, and DCS/control systems to ensure safe and efficient processing of natural gas liquids.

You’ll also train less experienced operators and maintain thorough operational records in a safety‑driven environment. The role requires hands-on work in a fast-paced oil and gas setting, with travel as needed and a focus on compliance with safety and

Qualifications

• Experience across compressor stations, storage and processing facilities.
• Knowledge of gas and liquid processing fundamentals.
• Experience reading drawings, diagrams, logs, and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain processing plant equipment (compressors, engines, pumps, turbines, treated systems, DCS).
• Monitor pressures, temperatures, flow rates and reflux rates.
• Start and stop equipment and prepare for maintenance including permits and lockout/tagout.
• Assist mechanics with repairs and provide training to less experienced operators.
• Maintain safety and environmental records and logs.
• Drive and ensure maintenance of company vehicles.
• Adhere to DOT duties and safety precautions.

Skills

Compressor station operations

Gas processing fundamentals

Troubleshooting

Team training & mentoring

Tools

DCS/Control Board

Company software applications

Job description

ONEOK, Inc. invites qualified candidates to join as a Plant Operator in Mentone, Texas. You will operate and monitor compressors, engines, pumps, turbines, and DCS/control systems to ensure safe and efficient processing of natural gas liquids.

You’ll also train less experienced operators and maintain thorough operational records in a safety‑driven environment. The role requires hands-on work in a fast-paced oil and gas setting, with travel as needed and a focus on compliance with safety and