Plant Operator - Associate at ONEOK

Medford, Oklahoma, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Oil & Gas, MidstreamIndustries

Requirements

No education required
No prior work experience required
Knowledge of compressor station, storage field, gathering field, and/or processing plant operations
Knowledge of basic computer functions utilizing company software applications
Knowledge of gas and liquid processing fundamentals
Knowledge of applicable company and governmental operating practices and procedures
Knowledge of safe handling of flammable gases, liquids, and high-pressure systems
Ability to analyze, adjust, and perform minor repairs on equipment
Ability to apply addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
Ability to read/understand drawings, diagrams, work logs, dials, gauges, charts, procedures, and operational and repair manuals
Ability to maintain and prepare information such as safety/environmental reports, work logs, maintenance/repair logs, and time sheets
Ability to interact and communicate effectively
Heavy physical demands: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects
No licenses or certifications required

Responsibilities

Assist with or operate processing plant equipment including compressors, motors, engines, cooling equipment, auxiliary units, pumps, turbines, treating systems, and loading/unloading rack (as specified by position)
Monitor and control equipment operating conditions
Start, stop, and operate equipment
Assist with equipment preparation for maintenance activities including permitting, lock out tag out, and decommissioning
Assist mechanics and others in performing repairs to equipment
Identify and report any safety and/or environmental concerns
Compile and/or maintain information such as time sheets, work logs, safety/environmental forms, and equipment maintenance and repair records
Drive and ensure maintenance is complete on company vehicles
Respond immediately to dangerous or hazardous conditions
Perform Department of Transportation (DOT) covered functions, including operations, maintenance, or emergency response on a pipeline (as applicable)

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

CompressorsPumpsEnginesTurbinesGas ProcessingLiquid ProcessingLock Out Tag OutHigh Pressure SystemsSafety ProtocolsBasic Computers

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or onsite?

This is an onsite position.

What knowledge or skills are required for the Plant Operator - Associate role?

Required knowledge includes compressor station, storage field, gathering field, and/or processing plant operations; basic computer functions; gas and liquid processing fundamentals; applicable operating practices and procedures; and safe handling of flammable gases, liquids, and high-pressure systems.

What is the company culture like at ONEOK?

ONEOK emphasizes safety first, sustainable operations, environmental responsibility, and being employee focused.

What education or experience is required for this job?

No education or work experience is required, making it an entry-level associate position.

What are the physical demands of this role?

This is heavy work requiring exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 25 to 50 pounds frequently, and 10 to 20 pounds constantly to move objects.