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Plant Operator

Hobbs, NM 88240

Posted: 12/01/2025 Industry: Energy/Gas Job Number: 1213812 Pay Rate: $104000 / year

Job Description





Plant Operator - Hobbs, NM 

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for the operation of compressors, motors, cooling equipment, pumps, valves, pipelines, and other related gas processing equipment safely and reliably. This position ensures the cost-effective and efficient operation of gas processing and treating units and associated equipment within gas and liquid facilities and pipelines.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES




Operate, inspect, and maintain equipment and systems at plant facilities which includes, but is not limited to: cryogenic plants, hydrocarbon fractionation units, process controls and measurement, LNG facilities, engines and compressors, pumps, pressure relief systems, instrument air systems, dehydrators, fuel systems, treating, emergency shutdown systems, gas fired heaters, process pumps, amine treating systems, inlet gas receivers and NGL storage and transfer facilities reliably and efficiently while in compliance with the Partnership’s procedures and regulatory requirements



Seek to optimize processing through the facility by maintaining proper product specifications.



Respond to alarms and problems within the plant and take corrective measures.



Monitor and control pressures, temperatures, flow rates, and levels to efficiently achieve desired operating results and ensure proper operation of equipment under current process conditions, such as Start/Stop/Rate adjustment of equipment.



Demonstrated understanding in the maintenance and compliance of plant operations in alignment with partnership and environmental standards (PSM-SPCC-LDAR, Etc.), including the creation and maintenance of required reporting and readings.



Maintain and adhere to required trainings, policies, and procedures.



Actively participate in safety programs and initiatives.



Communicate with partnership control centers, business groups, and other operating groups as necessary.



Oversee the construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties.



May perform lab tests for quality assurance, diagnose mechanical problems, complete minor repairs as needed, assist other technical staff, and perform any other tasks as assigned or required.



Comply with company safety policies and procedures.



Perform energy isolation lockout/tagout procedures (LOTO).






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