Control Room Operator

Control Room Operator

The primary responsibility of the Control Room Operator is to monitor the functionality of well sites and facilities to detect active and potential malfunctions and equipment failures. The Control Room Operator ensures the safe and efficient operation of processes, systems, and associated equipment, and will identify if production shutdown is necessary when unsafe conditions are detected. This is a 24-hour operation requiring 12-hour shifts, rotating night shift and day shift every two weeks based on a predetermined work schedule.

Responsibilities

Monitor producing wells/pads, compressor stations, gas plant, and sales lines from a central control room using a computer console with multiple screens connected to the SCADA system. Parameters monitored include producing rate, flowing pressure and temperature, gas plant and gas sales lines, BTU values, flow rates, pressures, temperatures, and fuel usage.

Notify field (Lease Operators) or mid-stream (Compressor Operator) personnel of problems and coordinate rectification. Mobilize additional manpower if required to resolve issues.

Serve as command post for coordinating responder movements in emergencies until a temporary Incident Command Center is established.

Continuously monitor data and make necessary adjustments.

Acquire a basic understanding of overall field and pipeline operations and their interactions.

Participate in mandatory field training (1 week within first 60 days) and continue to gain experience through frequent field visits.

Recognize pressure differences between wells, compressors, plant, and sales points; identify geographic locations of these points.

Identify wells and their compressor systems, understand compressor rates, inlets/discharge pressures, and take corrective actions.

Navigate SCADA independently and use trending for troubleshooting.

Possess communication skills to effectively communicate between all groups, fielding incoming and outgoing calls with accurate information.

Compile and submit all required reports for daily operations of the Control Room independently.

Qualifications

5+ years Oil and Gas Production Operations with Control Room Operator and/or Lease Operator experience required.

Willingness to work night shifts as needed.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Valid Driver's License with an excellent driving record.

Ability to meet all conditional job offer requirements including background check, drug test, hair follicle test, MVR, agility, and fit for duty.

Physical Requirements - Must be able to lift 40 lbs., climb ladders and stairs. Walking, bending stooping is required. Must be able to wear personal protective equipment. Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.