Compressor Station Operator

Job Description

BHE GT&S has an exciting career opportunity as a Compressor Station Operator at our Leidy Station in Renovo, PA. The position involves inspecting engines and compressors, checking water and oil levels, assisting in starting and stopping engines, operating compressors and related equipment, managing gas flow, preparing reports, and performing maintenance tasks.

• Inspect engines and compressors and auxiliary equipment.
• Check water and oil levels and temperatures, engine and oil pressures, change charts, blow drips, etc.
• Assist in starting and stopping engines, repairing engines, compressors, and other station equipment.
• Operate and attend to space heating and boilers, cooling fans, and water pumps.
• Report suction and discharge pressures, calculate and report volumes to Gas Dispatcher, and provide data to Gas Control Section as requested.
• Assist in making repairs to engines and other station equipment, including major overhauls.
• Perform various duties incidental to general repair and maintenance work such as painting, repairing structures and equipment, cleaning, polishing, maintaining grounds, and digging ditches.
• Make minor repairs to equipment used in the performance of assigned duties, keeping the equipment and tools in safe and proper working condition.
• Prepare records and reports as required.
• Operate computerized station controls.
• Change pressures and route gas as directed.
• May perform other duties as required in higher or lower classifications.

Three months documented mechanical experience in any combination of the following: industrial equipment, compressors, pumps, electrical motors, control circuitry, engines, natural gas reciprocating/combustion/turbine engines, related natural gas industry experience, related military experience, or equivalent related education (technical school or college). Documented computer skills, possession of a valid driver’s license, and the ability to operate equipment and tools weighing up to 90 pounds.

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Climb ladders and work from elevated work surfaces.
• Ability to crawl, stoop, and work in limited spaces, on scaffolding, and in awkward positions.

• Ability to analyze problems, collect accurate data, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to follow mandatory safety rules, standard operating procedures, and use personal protective equipment.
• Ability to work independently or as a crew member.

• Related natural gas industry experience.
• Hands‑on natural gas compressor station experience.

• High school diploma or GED.

• Cognitive Online Testing.

• This position is subject to callouts, and you must be available and willing to work overtime as required.
• You may be subject to hazards, such as proximity of moving parts, exposure to high noise levels, solvents, lubricants and other chemicals.
• You will be subjected to adverse weather and environmental conditions.
• Minimal overnight travel may be required.

• Contribute to a team‑centric work environment based on mutual respect and integrity.
• Support the Company’s CHAMPION culture, which centers around personal responsibility, continuous improvement and delivering quality for our customers.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Position descriptions are developed as guides for the employees of BHE GT&S. The management team of BHE GT&S reserves the right to modify job responsibilities and position requirements to meet the corporate business goals and needs.

BHE GT&S is an interstate natural gas transmission and storage company that gives large customers more options in moving gas safely, reliably and efficiently. Headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, with operations in 10 states, BHE GT&S employees take pride in our work and are committed to…