Plant Technician

Role SynopsisThe Plant Operator / Operations Technician is responsible for the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of Permian Midstream CDP and associated facilities. This role executes day‑to‑day plant operations, responds to abnormal conditions, performs field rounds, applies control of work processes, and supports maintenance, startup, shutdown, and emergency response activities. Operators are accountable for maintaining operational discipline, protecting people and the environment, and ensuring facilities operate within design and regulatory limits.

Key AccountabilitiesOperate and monitor CDP facilities, compression, inlet, processing, tankage, and utilitiesPerform field rounds, inspections, and verification activitiesIdentify abnormal conditions and take timely, disciplined actionExecute startup, shutdown, and normal operating proceduresApply Control of Work processes (energy isolation, permits, task risk assessments)Coordinate with board operators, maintenance, engineering, and contractorsIsolate, verify, and return equipment to service safelyRespond to equipment upsets, alarms, and emergency conditionsParticipate in incident response, investigations, and learning reviewsMaintain accurate operational, production, and environmental documentationUse BPX systems including DeltaV, ARC, SAP, Power Apps, and verification toolsComply with PSM, DOT, OMS, and environmental requirementsEssential Experience and EducationHigh school diploma or equivalent3+ years experience in oil & gas, midstream, or industrial operations (preferred)Demonstrated understanding of process safety and operational riskAbility to read and apply P&IDs and operating proceduresExperience with compressors, pumps, valves, and process equipmentStrong communication and teamwork skillsCommitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and operational disciplinePreferred QualificationsCDP or gas processing experienceDelta V operating platform experienceControl room or board operations experienceFamiliarity with PSM-regulated facilitiesTechnical certifications or prior midstream operator trainingHow much do we pay (Base) $103,000-$121,000. Note that the pay range listed for this position is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the time of posting.

Why join us?

At bpx, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and challenging environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly.

We offer a reward and wellbeing package to enable your work to fit with your life. These can include, but not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible working schedule, paid time off policy, discretionary annual bonus program, long-term incentive program, and a generous 401(k) matching program.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations.

Discover your place with us and help our business meet the challenges of reimagining and reinventing the future of energy.

LocationOrla, Permian Basin - Central Control Room & Field-Based CDP Facilities (rotational / field-based)Schedule14/14

Critical Role Demands:

Lifting Abilities:

Lift with 2 hands from floor to knuckles: 70 lbs x 2 (with 12 sec rest intervals between lifts)Lift with 2 hands from floor to waist: 70 lbs x 2 (with 12 sec rest intervals between lifts)Lift with 2 hands from floor to shoulders: 35 lbs x 2 (with 12 sec rest intervals between lifts)Lift with 2 hands from floor to crown: 35 lbs x 2 (with 12 sec rest intervals between lifts)

Pushing and Pulling Abilities:

Push horizontally with hands placed between waist and mid-chest level to generate a peak force of 120 lbs with two hands x 3Pull horizontally with hands placed between waist and mid-chest level to generate a peak force of 120 lbs with two hands x 3

Carrying Abilities:

Carry with 1 hand at self-selected height: 70 lbs for a distance of 50 feet x 2; self-paced and with a 60 second rest period between carry tests.

Stair /

Ladder Climbing Abilities:

Stair Climb:

Climb up and down a total of 30 steps, self-paced

Ladder Climb Test:

Climb up and down 8 rungs, self-paced.

Agilities:

Stooping and Twisting:

From standing, perform alternate toe touches x 3 to each side, self-paced but continuous. Test recipient should reach toward his/her toes on opposite side as far as possible but actual touching of toes not required

Kneeling:

From standing, kneel on one knee, return to full standing and then kneel on opposite knee. Repeat kneeling test x 3, each knee, self-paced but continuous

Sustained Squatting:

From standing, lower body into a functional squat position. Hold the squat position for 30 seconds and then stand.

Repetitive Squatting:

Repeat squats x 3 reps, self-paced, no hold time at end range.