Station Operator

USA Compression; Laguna (NM); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Transfer operates and maintains pipeline systems and facilities with a strong commitment to safety and reliability. Station Operators manage inbound/outbound movements, storage, and equipment maintenance while ensuring documentation and regulatory compliance.

The role supports 24/7 operations, may involve shift work, and requires adherence to safety procedures, situational awareness, and effective communication within a team environment.

Qualifications

• Must have strong commitment to safety.
• Able to comply with Partnership and regulatory policies.
• Team oriented, self-motivated and flexible.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and safe driving habits.
• Capable of self-directed work, planning, and organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety, security, and efficient operation of product movement at Pipeline facilities.
• Maintain maintenance requirements to maximize equipment availability and reliability.
• Support equipment installation and repairs; perform routine maintenance activities.
• Read and understand flow, piping and instrumentation drawings and schematics.
• Participate in facility project planning to maximize operational efficiency.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Team-oriented

Self-directed

Strong communication

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

HMI

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Job Description:

Energy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as oneof Americas best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America’s energy. We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, The American Red Cross, Ronald McDonald House and many more.

We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits,401(k) match with additional profit sharing,PTO and abundant career opportunities.

Come join our award winning over 12,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!

Summary:

Station Operators are responsible for all activity within assigned facilities with emphasis placed on safety, security, and efficient operations. The Station Operator controls all aspects of inbound/outbound movements, product storage, and assists/performs equipment maintenance and repairs. Job activities also include compliance with operating procedures, constant monitoring of product movement equipment, and record keeping for code compliance, leak detection and inventory.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The essential job duties for this position are listed below:

• Responsible for safety, security, and efficient operation of product movement at Pipeline facilities


• Maintain maintenance requirements in order to maximize equipment availability and reliability


• Support equipment installation and repairs, perform general day-to-day activities, make notifications/schedule/perform required maintenance activities, and maintain related code compliance on equipment


• Maintain Operator Qualifications to operate assets/equipment, monitor flow, pressure, inventory, metering, etc. as needed to achieve desired operating conditions


• Read and perform routine equipment checks


• Perform regulatory required inspections of facility, environment, and equipment


• Comply with all Partnership and regulatory required procedures


• Read and understand flow, piping and instrumentation drawings and schematics


• Participate in facility project planning to maximize operational efficiency


• Ability to work in a 24/7 operational environment which could include shift rotations, nights, weekends, holidays, etc.


• Able to support existing call-out/on-call requirements and adapt to meet additional Partnership needs as required

Required education or minimum level:

• High School Diploma or GED

Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level:

• Level C requires a minimum of 0–2 years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience


• Level B requires a minimum of 2–4 years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience


• Level A requires a minimum of 4+ years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience

Required Qualifications:

• Must have strong commitment to safety


• Capable of compliance with Partnership and regulatory policies


• Team oriented, self-motivated and flexible


• Must have a valid driver’s license and safe driving habits


• Capable of self-directed work, planning, and organization


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a group environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous work background in related industrial environment


• Experience/certifications for safe driving, work permits, confined space entry, energy isolation, excavation safety, and electrical safety


• Petroleum measurement experience such as metering, proving, hand lining, and BS&W verification


• Proficiency with computers including HMI, SAP, MS Office applications such as Excel and Outlook as well as other computer based work training, time reporting, on-line work applications and documentation

Working Conditions and Requirements:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Frequent exposure to heat, cold, and other adverse weather conditions


• Work in and around industrial and construction settings, which may include hazardous products, processes, materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment


• Frequent heavy lifting up to 50lbs with and without assistance


• Work on and around equipment and facilities that require knowledge of and adherence to safe work procedures and practices


• Subject to call-outs to respond to operational issues and emergencies after working hours, at night, and on weekends and holidays