Kinetik

Field Operator

LocationLoco Hills, NM
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job

Kinetik is strategically located in the heart of the Delaware Basin in the Permian, one of the fastest growing areas for oil and gas development in the world. We provide the gathering, compression, processing, transportation and water management services required to bring natural gas, natural gas liquids and crude oil to market and are dedicated to providing the best service and netback for our customers. We are driven to be best-in-class and committed to growing our existing assets in the Permian Basin through both greenfield and acquisition opportunities.

Kinetik employees have decades of experience in West Texas and provide all the important services our customers need to deliver gas and crude oil production to market, which include gathering, transportation, compression, processing and produced water management.


Work Schedule: Monday - Friday


Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Responsible for the safe day-to-day operations and maintenance of the gas gathering pipeline systems and compressor stations (e.g., field compressor station equipment, pumps, gas compressors, coolers, dehydration equipment, and control systems). Coordinates with plant personnel to minimize the impact of field-related activities on the plant’s inlet volumes. Also responsible for the safe completion of all pipeline repair and maintenance. This position is responsible for safely operating the gathering system in the most efficient manner possible with a comprehensive understanding of the pipeline system and valves.

Safely perform pipeline operations and maintenance activities on pipeline systems including compressor stations, gas storage, dehydration facilities, pumps, measurement facilities, and related equipment which may include, but is not limited to:
Startup and shutdown of equipment
Pigging operations
Collecting liquids
Gauging tanks
Locating and marking lines when on-call notification is received to ensure pipelines are not damaged by contractors or excavation.
Leakage survey/patrolling pipelines
Pressuring, purging, and blowing down of field facilities/pipeline system.
Operating and maintaining field glycol dehydration systems including dehydrator glycol pump repair; also, methanol injector pump repair.
Monitoring usage and/or replacing lubricants, fluids, inhibitors, chemicals, etc., as needed to ensure safe and efficient operation of equipment.
Exchanging information regarding pipeline operations, maintenance, and other activities with public/governmental officials, employees, contractors, customers, producers, and landowners.
Completing new and retro fit pipeline/facility equipment installations, as directed.
Overseeing or performing repairs of station equipment.
Construction inspection, as directed
Ensuring all compressors stations are maintained in clean working order and weed-free.
Calculate, compile, and/or prepare information and reports including, but not limited to: gas/liquid flow and quality, maintenance and/or repair logs, samples (gas/liquids) information, pipeline/corrosion activities, compliance with appropriate regulatory requirements.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and recognize situations in which confidentiality is required.
Ability to organize, prioritize, and complete multiple tasks and projects in a timely manner.
All other duties as assigned.


Education And/or Work Experience Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
5+ years working knowledge of natural gas pipeline equipment, maintenance and operation or relevant experience/knowledge within an industry that utilizes similar equipment.
Possess and maintain a valid driver license to include a safe driving record satisfactory to the company.
Must be able to communicate clearly and accurately both orally and in written format; must be able to prepare reports to convey information clearly and concisely
Must have computer experience, with preference for experience in MS Word, Excel, Outlook.


Working Conditions

Driving on a daily basis, requiring a valid driver’s license and ability to drive safely in different types of weather conditions to various locations.
Will be working outdoors in adverse and extreme working conditions.
Will be working in conditions where frequent loud noises occur.
Will be working in areas where hazardous materials require the prolonged wearing of PPE.
Will be working in close quarters while kneeling, sitting, squatting, standing, or lying down while holding tools and/or equipment.


Physical Requirements

Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
Ability to work effectively in all working conditions noted above.
Uses physical force to lift, push, pull and hold equipment and tools.
Climbs and works at various heights and may work in a standing, sitting, lying down, crouched, or kneeling position.
Routinely reacts to visual, aural, and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work.
Must be able to regularly bend, stoop, move from ground level to higher levels, raise/lift from ground level, carry and lift up to 55 lbs.

Kinetik is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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