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Field Operator II – Compressor Operator
Compensation
$51.35/hr + Agency Vehicle
Location
Tilden, TX
Schedule
Monday–Friday, with on-call nights and weekends
Target Start Date
ASAP
Scope
The Field Operator II – Compressor Operator will oversee the safe and efficient operation of natural gas compression equipment. This position is responsible for monitoring, troubleshooting, and supporting the maintenance of compressor station systems to maximize runtime, reliability, and operating efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor natural gas compressors, dehydration units, generators, and associated station equipment.
- Adjust operating parameters to maintain proper pressure, flow, and efficiency.
- Conduct routine equipment inspections, record operating readings, and identify irregularities.
- Perform minor maintenance and assist with repairs to compressors, engines, and auxiliary systems.
- Troubleshoot mechanical and process issues and escalate more complex problems to maintenance personnel.
- Assist with troubleshooting electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, instrumentation, and control systems.
- Coordinate and schedule preventive maintenance and repair work with contract compressor and generator mechanics.
- Provide work oversight for contract maintenance personnel and emissions-testing groups.
- Support emissions testing and related field activities.
- Maintain accurate daily logs covering operating data, maintenance activities, PMs, and safety checks.
- Report equipment malfunctions, operational deviations, and safety concerns.
- Use digital systems for data entry, reporting, and maintenance tracking.
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
- Two to five years of gas compression, oil and gas operations, or industrial maintenance experience.
- Direct natural gas compression experience is strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with rotating equipment, engines, generators, instrumentation, and process controls.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.
- Ability to read P&IDs, schematics, and technical manuals.
- HMI and control-room operating experience is preferred.
- Emissions-testing and contractor work-oversight experience are pluses.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or vocational training preferred.
- OSHA 10/30, H2S Awareness, First Aid/CPR, or DOT Operator Qualification certifications are beneficial.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Available for on-call nights and weekends.
- Able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and remote locations.
- Able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform frequent climbing, bending, and extended standing.
- Able to wear required personal protective equipment.
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