Targa Resources

Plant Operations Technician

Posted on: 13 Jul 2021

St Lawrence, Texas

Job Description

JOB FUNCTIONS AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Review and monitor plant operation/processes for optimizing quality and production of products meeting required data specifications, including but not limited to working safely and having good trouble shooting skills on mechanical equipment (natural gas internal combustion engines, natural gas compressors, electrical and pneumatic controls, pumps, and control equipment).
Install equipment such as pumps, motors, and valves and perform general maintenance when needed.
Operation of cryogenics plant, stabilizer, amine and glycol treatment systems
Collect data readings and monitoring plant equipment
Perform minor maintenance on compressors and install equipment such as pumps, motors, and valves and perform general maintenance when needed.
Fill out applicable work/hot work permits, lockout/tag-out documentation, attend and participate in tailgate sessions with others involved in work site activities.
Perform routine shutdowns and startup of equipment and perform emergency procedures when required.
Act as relief operator as needed.

MINIMUM ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum of 2 years of related midstream work experience.
Minimum High School Diploma or Equivalent
Ability to work 12-hour rotating (day/night) shifts and will require some weekends and holidays to be worked.
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license to include a safe driving record satisfactory to the company.
Ability to work overtime, weekends, holidays, with the ability to respond to call outs as needed to fulfill business objective and the ability to work shifts for plant or field conditions.
Interpersonal communication skills are required in order to interface with all affected teams, personnel, and vendors.
Strong work ethic with demonstrated ability to effectively work with minimum supervision
Solid computer skills to include Microsoft Office Software
Ability to lift, push, and pull at least a minimum of 50lbs.
Ability to work in changing climate conditions.
Able to work in close quarters: i.e., work while kneeling, squatting, sitting, climbing, and standing.
Follow and adhere to all applicable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines (ex: eye protection, footwear, Nomex).
Regular and reliable attendance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

3+ year experience in the industry or knowledge of plant operations.
Has a good understanding of utilizing horsepower and compression.
Warehouse knowledge and mechanical aptitude a plus
Able to troubleshoot equipment failures and process failures.
Process Safety Management knowledge.

Targa Resources

Houston, TX

Targa Resources is one of North America's largest independent midstream energy providers. The company buys, develops, owns and operates a range of midstream energy assets, primarily in natural gas. The company's operations collect, compress, process, treat and sell natural gas. In addition, the company stores and transports natural gas, liquid petroleum gas and related products.

Targa Resources offers its employees generous benefits packages, which include medical and prescription drug coverage, vision, dental coverage and a flexible spending account. Employees receive an automatic 3 percent contribution of their pay into a retirement plan, and the company matches employee contributions up to 5 percent. Additional contributions may be made based on the company's financial results. The company also provides free lunches daily.

Employees say there is a youth movement afoot at Targa Resources, praising the "great young analysts who are friendly" and a "laid-back environment." The learning opportunities are "abundant" with rapid career advancement and "a lot of access" to top management. Some employees wish there was "more standardization of program processes" and indicate that systems and practices are "outdated."

 

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