Operations Technician

The role

You will operate and maintain pipelines, compressors and meter stations. The work includes troubleshooting, PLC and HMI support, and supervising third-party contract labor.

What you will do

• Test and operate engines and equipment for cost effective and efficient performance; operate, maintain and repair water pumps, air compressors and coolers
• Conduct pipeline pigging; install, repair, service and maintain valves, pipe, pipeline and appurtenances
• Coordinate maintenance of facilities and equipment, including right-of-way, pipeline coating and backfilling, concrete work, painting and building erection
• Maintain, install and troubleshoot process control software, PLCs, RTUs and HMI equipment
• Supervise and inspect third-party contract labor on construction, maintenance and automation systems; inspect one-call tickets
• Perform governmental compliance activities such as line patrol, road and railroad crossing inspections, and valve inspections
• Assist with cash flow management, cost monitoring and control, and planning and forecasting of Capital and O&M budgets
• Participate in developing O&M procedures, site specific procedures, project scopes and work plans
• Review bids, specifications and approval documentation, and manage projects from design through implementation
• Perform gas measurement calibrations and maintenance for ultrasonic meters, EFM gas chromatograph, H2S, H2O and O2 analyzers, and PLCs

Required qualifications

• Technical or Associate's degree in Instrumentation, Electronic Communications or Industrial Electronics, or equivalent
• At least 5 years of troubleshooting Allen Bradley PLC software platforms
• Familiar with AB Compact Logic, AB Control Logic and Fisher ROC
• Communication experience with cellular, satellite, Modbus and SCADA
• Valid driver's license and meet company insurability requirements
• Basic knowledge of centrifugal pumps, pump seals and electric motors
• Technical understanding and ability to program or configure sensors, PID loop control, data communications and electrical machines
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and various operating systems; basic math skills
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, P&IDs and other diagrams
• Knowledge of safe handling of flammable gases, liquids and high/low pressure systems; follow PPE guidelines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; fluency in English required
• Ability to lift, push and pull at least 75 lbs, work in tight spaces, and climb to and work from elevated platforms and ladders

Nice to have

• Knowledge of Pipeline and Terminal business processes and equipment, such as mainline motors and engines, flow measurement and tank level measurement equipment

Benefits

• Employer matched 401(k)
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Basic life and AD&D insurance
• Other benefit offerings

Before you apply

• Must live within approximately 50 miles of Midland/Odessa
• Must have a valid driver's license and meet company insurability requirements
• Fluency in English is required

About the company

WhiteWater Midstream operates natural gas pipelines, NGL pipelines and compressor stations. This role is based at its Midland Office.