Operations Specialist Level, 1-4 (Hobbs, NM)

Primary Purpose:

Responsible for the operation and maintenance of pipelines, compressors and auxiliary equipment, engines, turbines, motors, cooling equipment, pumps, dehydration equipment, process equipment, valves, seals and other related equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Start, stop, and operate engines/pumps within defined operating parameters. Ensure the cost effective and efficient performance of all engines, pumps, and associated equipment at compressor stations, pipelines, and process plants. Diagnose and repair engines, turbines, pumps, seals, valves and instruments. Install, repair, service, and maintain valves, pipe, pipeline appurtenances, corrosion control protection systems, measurement equipment and storage well equipment. Responsible for the general upkeep and maintenance of all facilities and equipment, including pipeline right-of-way, and gather or storage areas, including but not limited to excavating, repairing, coating and backfilling pipelines, concrete work, painting, building erection, weed control, etc. Maintain, adjust, make minor repairs, and operate equipment (e.g., industrial wheeled tractors, water pumps, air compressors, expanders, coolers, test equipment, vehicles, etc. Represent the Company during contacts with landowner/tenants, public officials/emergency officials and at local meetings. (One Call, Pipeline Groups, Soil Conservation, USFS, etc.) Oversee construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties Train and oversee company and third party personnel as required (e.g., personnel in progression, transport drivers, contractors, and visitors) Perform governmental compliance activities (DOT, State Agencies, EPA, USFS, etc.) Perform minor electrical maintenance. Identify and report and correct safety and environmental concerns. Actively participate in safety programs and initiatives. Participate in the development of O&M Procedures, Site Specific Procedures, project scopes and work plans. Complete all applicable documentation and record keeping. Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, regulatory, and Company tariff requirements Demonstrate performance toward operational excellence. Other duties as assigned