Senior Plant Operator: Gas Storage & Pipeline Ops

Boardwalk Pipelines; Petal (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP in Mississippi is seeking a Plant Operator/Sr. Plant Operator to oversee day-to-day operations and maintenance of Petal Gas Storage facilities.

The role includes controlling plant equipment, pipelines, and gas systems, with emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance in a high-demand environment. The successful candidate will handle startup/shutdowns, monitor SCADA, perform maintenance tasks, and work a rotating 12-hour shift, often in extreme conditions, to ensure

Qualifications

• One to five years of gas pipeline operations and maintenance experience or equivalent petrochemical / oil industry experience.
• Strong mechanical and electronic aptitude.
• Strong safety culture.
• Strong computer skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Valve O&M experience.
• Organization and record keeping ability.
• Valid driver’s license, and safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Operate natural gas plant and pipeline equipment including, but not limited to reciprocating, turbine and electric drive natural gas compressors.
• Operate plant equipment & system.
• Start-up/Shutdown of plant equipment and pipelines.
• Adjust controls to operate equipment in the recommended or prescribed operating ranges.
• Visually inspect equipment and controls at periodic intervals to detect malfunctions or need for repair, adjustment or lubrication.
• De-pressure equipment and pipelines.
• Operate valves.
• Monitor plant and pipeline operations and respond to emergency or upset conditions.
• Implement safe work practices and participate in proactive safety culture while ensuring safety for the employee, public and environment.
• Monitor gas pipeline system through SCADA.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and record keeping requirements are met and continually monitored.
• Read, monitor and record various operating conditions such as pressure, temperature, hours of operations, fuel consumed, water levels, etc.
• Perform minor maintenance on equipment including, but not limited to reciprocating, turbine and electric natural gas compressors, TEG dehydrators, fluid separation equipment, leach plant equipment, valves, etc.
• Monitor, remove and replace filters, oil, chemicals, other lubricating fluids, gaskets, and valves, as needed.
• Develop job plans, prepare work permits, monitor contractor activities, etc. as needed.
• Work a rotating 12-hour shift schedule, as needed.

Skills

Gas pipeline operations

Mechanical aptitude

Electronic aptitude

Safety culture

Computer skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate Degree

Tools

SCADA

Job description

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP in Mississippi is seeking a Plant Operator/Sr. Plant Operator to oversee day-to-day operations and maintenance of Petal Gas Storage facilities.

The role includes controlling plant equipment, pipelines, and gas systems, with emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance in a high-demand environment. The successful candidate will handle startup/shutdowns, monitor SCADA, perform maintenance tasks, and work a rotating 12-hour shift, often in extreme conditions, to ensure