Plant Operator

Overview

A Plant Operator is responsible for monitoring the flows, pressure, and specifications of a Glycol and Amine Processing Plant.  

Responsibilities

• Responsibly and consistently monitors and operates the plant through a control room.

• Conducts surveillance of operating equipment and critical parameters, while keeping accurate operations logs.

• May prepare equipment for maintenance and perform maintenance and preventative inspections.

• Identifies improvement opportunities and work with others to implement changes.

• Supports and complies with the policies, goals, efforts, and programs of COP's Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Management System.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Senior level, typically 7+ years of experience.
• Provide more technical support than administrative support.
• Typically viewed as a technical/functional specialist in discipline.
• Ability to apply extensive knowledge and experience to a wide variety of situations.
• Recommends solutions to complex problems.
• Performs major accountabilities.
• Typically acts as a lead in the technical/functional area, coordinating the work of others, but is not a supervisorComputer knowledge - proficient utilizing MS Windows environment. 

• Strong initiative and self-starter. 

• Ability to keep neat and accurate records. 

• Multi-task orientation with skills related to work prioritization. 

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills in a team environment. 

• General mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills. 

• Ability to identify operational inefficiencies. 

• Understanding of business fundamentals. 

• Ability to implement cost-effective solutions. 

• Technical skills related to math and analytical thinking. 

• Understanding the importance of environmental and safe work practices.  

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as by oneself without direct supervision.  

• Valid US Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record. 

• Candidates residing within a 50-mile radius of Odessa will be considered. 

• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs. 

• Walking, bending, and stooping are required. 

• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including the use of a respirator. 

• Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms. 
• Must meet all conditional job offer requirements.