Plant Operator - Intermediate
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#WeAreONEOK – Fortune 500 company. 100+ years in business. Leading midstream service provider. Safety first. Sustainable operations. Environmentally responsible. Employee focused.
JOB SUMMARY
Job Profile Summary Performs activities related to operation and maintenance of oil and gas liquid processing facilities under supervision.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain processing plant equipment including, but not limited to: Compressors Motors Engines Cooling equipment Auxiliary units Pumps Turbines Treating systems
- Monitor and control equipment operating conditions Start, stop, and operate equipment
- Prepare equipment for maintenance activities including, but not limited to: Permitting Lock out tag out Decommissioning
- Assist mechanics and others in performing repairs to equipment
- Identify and report any safety and/or environmental concerns
- Compile and/or maintain information such as time sheets, work logs, safety/environmental forms, and equipment maintenance and repair records
- Drive and ensure maintenance is complete on company vehicles Responsibilities may include Department of Transportation (DOT) covered functions, including operations, maintenance, or emergency response on a pipeline.
Job duties also require the employee to be alert and respond immediately to dangerous or hazardous conditions, and where impaired performance, or failure to follow safety precautions, could result in serious injury or property damage.
Education
None Required.
- Work Experience Experience reading and interpreting drawings, diagrams, work logs, dials, gauges, charts, procedures, and operational and repair manuals Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of: compressor station, storage field, gathering field, and/or processing plant operations
- Knowledge of: computers.
- Demonstrated ability to access and/or perform basic computer functions utilizing company software applications
- Knowledge of: gas and liquid processing fundamentals
- Knowledge of: applicable company and governmental operating practices and procedures
- Knowledge of: safe handling of flammable gases, liquids, and high-pressure systems
- Ability to: analyze, adjust, and perform minor repairs on equipment
- Ability to: apply addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
- Ability to: maintain and prepare information such as safety/environmental reports, work logs, maintenance/repair logs, and time sheets
- Ability to: interact and communicate effectively
- Ability to: communicate and/or exchange information and instructions Licenses and Certifications Applicable certifications required
Strength Factor Rating
- Physical Demands/Requirements Heavy Work
- Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.
Strength Factor Description
Physical Demands/Requirements Standing
- Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about (Frequently)
Walking
Moving about on foot (Frequently)
Sitting
Remaining in a seated position (Occasionally)
Lifting
Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally)
Carrying
Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally)
Pushing
Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Occasionally)
Pulling
Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Occasionally)
Climbing
Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally)
Balancing
Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Occasionally)
Stooping
Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Occasionally)
Kneeling
Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Occasionally)
Crouching
Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Occasionally)
Crawling
Moving about on the hands and arms in any direction (Occasionally)
Reaching
Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)
Handling
Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly)
Fingering
Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly)
Feeling
Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips (Constantly)
Talking
Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Frequently)
Hearing
Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Frequently)
Tasting/Smelling
(Constantly)
Near Vision
Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly)
Far Vision
Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Constantly)
Depth Perception
Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Constantly)
Vision
Color
- The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly) Working Conditions/Environment Employee is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions Working Conditions Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Frequently) Outdoor weather conditions (Frequently) Wet or humid conditions (not weather related) (Frequently) Extreme cold (not weather related) (Frequently) Extreme heat (not weather related) (Frequently) Dust, fumes, gases (Frequently) Moving mechanical parts (Frequently) Potential electric shock (Frequently) Prolonged exposure to vibration (Frequently) High pitched noises/loud noises (Frequently) Unprotected heights (Frequently) Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly) CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly) Travel Travel to company locations and/or for training Driving Based on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's license ONEOK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, national origin, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law. The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of ONEOK.
ONEOK is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation email [email protected] or call 1-855-663-6547. Expected Salary Range $70,000.00 - $106,000.00
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