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.

• 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 back filling 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