Chemical Plant Operator jobs in Santa Fe, NM

Chemical Plant Operator controls equipment and systems that process chemical substances and materials into products. Operates equipment and monitors the production process to ensure efficient and safe output. Being a Chemical Plant Operator follows standard operating procedures and performs in process quality checks to identify and resolve issues during processing. Troubleshoots problems with equipment, respond to system notifications and makes required adjustments as needed. Additionally, Chemical Plant Operator enters required production data and information into logs. May unload or move materials. Follows all procedures for safe material handling and required safety gear. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or team leader. The Chemical Plant Operator works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Chemical Plant Operator typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Operator, Plant
  • Enterprise Products
  • Bloomfield, NM FULL_TIME

  • Enterprise Products Partners L.P. is one of the largest publicly traded partnerships and a leading North American provider of midstream energy services to producers and consumers of natural gas, NGLs, crude oil, refined products and petrochemicals. Our services include: natural gas gathering, treating, processing, transportation and storage; NGL transportation, fractionation, storage and import and export terminals; crude oil gathering, transportation, storage and terminals; petrochemical and refined products transportation, storage and terminals; and a marine transportation business that operates primarily on the United States inland and Intracoastal Waterway systems. The partnership’s assets include approximately 50,000 miles of pipelines; 260 million barrels of storage capacity for NGLs, crude oil, refined products and petrochemicals; and 14 billion cubic feet of natural gas storage capacity.

    The Plant Operator is responsible for the day-to-day operations and maintenance of natural gas amine treating plants, compressors and pipeline systems via both computer control center and onsite operations. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
    • Operate natural gas plant and pipeline equipment including, but not limited to: amine treating plants, chilled water gas conditioning skids, reciprocating natural gas compressors, TEG dehydrators, fluid separation equipment, valves, gas measurement equipment, etc.
    • Operate plant equipment & system.
    • Start-up/Shutdown of plant equipment.
    • Adjust controls to operate equipment in the recommended or prescribed operating ranges.
    • Visually inspect equipment and controls at periodic intervals to detect malfunctions or need for repair, adjustment or lubrication.
    • De-pressure equipment and pipelines.
    • Operate valves.
    • Monitor plant and pipeline operations and respond to emergency or upset conditions.
    • Operate under Process Safety Management (PSM) as required.
    • Implement safe work practices and participate in proactive safety culture while ensuring safety for the employee, public and environment at all times.
    • Monitor gas gathering system through SCADA and make calls to alert customers of situations that could affect gas deliveries.
    • Ensure regulatory compliance and record keeping requirements are met and continually monitored.
    • Read, monitor and record various operating conditions such as pressure, temperature, hours of operations, fuel consumed, water levels, etc.
    • Perform minor maintenance on equipment including, but not limited to: reciprocating natural gas compressors, TEG dehydrators, fluid separation equipment, valves, etc.
    • Monitor, remove and replace filters, oil, chemicals, other lubricating fluids, gaskets, and valves as needed.
    • Change gauges.
    • Maintain sites in a clean condition including picking up/taking out trash, control weeds and grassy areas, minor painting, etc.
    • Clean out site glasses as necessary.
    • Change out suction/discharge valves on natural gas compressors, light bulbs, and fuses.
    • Improve upon meeting the needs and demands of customers.
    • Maintain a near perfect driving record.
    • Direct and supervise contract labor involved in plant maintenance activities.
    • Collaborate with direct supervisor on new and improved ideas associated with an evolving plant and pipeline system.
    • Work a rotating 12 hour shift schedule.
    • Provide PTO coverage for other personnel when necessary
    • Attend mandatory safety meetings, company trainings, and elective technical courses during scheduled days off or regularly scheduled work days
    • Assist company support groups to improve plant operations, maintain equipment, and complete regulatory compliance requirements.

    Qualifications
    The successful candidate will meet the following qualifications:
    • A minimum of a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
    • Technical certification or equivalent training in a mechanical environment or energy related field is preferred.
    • A valid driver's license with acceptable driving record is required.
    • Knowledge of the operation, control and general design of various kinds of systems typically present in a processing or fractionation plant is required.
    • The ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, such as, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical solutions is required.
    • Basic computer skills such as: opening, creating and updating content in MS Word documents and Excel spreadsheets is required.
    • Ability to assume responsibility, be flexible, perform duties and handle multiple tasks under potentially stressful and/or hazardous conditions.
    • The ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with other individuals, teams, customers, and stakeholders of the business, at various levels of the organization, in a business like and professional manner is required.
    • The ability to modify communication style in order to influence, persuade, negotiate, and engage all parties according to the audience and circumstance is required.
    • Takes initiative and is proactive in addressing issues. Quickly and efficiently completes tasks.
    • The ability to demonstrate conscientiousness, dependability and commitment to the role, team and company.
    • The ability to work in a fast paced environment with less definition, policy, and bureaucracy.
    • Works indoors and outdoors in and around industrial and electrical equipment.
    • Works in temperature extremes due to weather conditions and operating equipment.
    • Uses physical force to lift, push, pull and hold equipment and tools.
    • Climbs and works at various heights and may work in a standing, sitting, lying down, crouched or kneeling position.
    • Routinely reacts to visual, aural and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect work.
    • May work in confined spaces (i.e. tanks, between compressors, vessels).
    • Must be able to regularly bend, stoop, move from ground level to higher levels, raise/lift from ground level and lift up to 50 lbs., manually transport a load up to 75 lbs., apply up to 100 foot pounds of torque.
    • Must have ability to get in and out of vehicles regularly and ride over rough roads.

    Primary Location: USA-New Mexico-Bloomfield
    Shift: Rotating
    Travel: No

    Unposting Date: Ongoing
    Organization: Operations
    Job: Plant/Terminal Operations
    Job Level: Individual Contributor
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Plant Operator
  • Baywater Pipeline Services
  • Bloomfield, NM CONTRACTOR,FULL_TIME
  • Job Summary:Monitors, maintains, and controls the safe, healthy, and environmentally sound operations of the Gas processing Plant. Self-motivated. · Reviews and monitors prior shift to check for accur...
  • 27 Days Ago
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Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator/Plant Operator
  • Adientone
  • Santa Fe, NM CONTRACTOR
  • Qualifications:OPERATOR - WATER/WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITYBasic Qualifications Water certification at a level required by the State in which the project is located One year of experience in operati...
  • 25 Days Ago
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Chemical Safety Coordinator
  • unm
  • Los Alamos, NM FULL_TIME
  • SummaryUnder general supervision, monitors compliance with the UNM Chemical Hygiene Plan, which includes activities such as inspecting chemical use and storage areas, conducting chemical inventories, ...
  • 1 Month Ago
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Chemical/Process Engineer
  • VNS Federal Services
  • Los Alamos, NM OTHER
  • Overview The Process Engineer is required to possess proficiency in computer applications, specifically spreadsheets. They must also have an ability to effectively communicate with various technical a...
  • 1 Month Ago
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Chemical Delivery Specialist
  • INNOSPEC
  • FARMINGTON, NM OTHER
  • Job Details Job Location: FARMINGTON, NM - FARMINGTON, NM Salary Range: Undisclosed Chemical Delivery Specialist We’d love to add an experienced Chemical Delivery Specialist (CDL)with HazMat and Tanke...
  • 26 Days Ago
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Clinical Lab Assistant - Phlebotomist
  • TriCore Reference Laboratories
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • Job Summary The Clinical Lab Assistant- Phlebotomist is able to work independently and with minimal supervision and/or o...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Lead Quality Specialist
  • CDM Smith
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • Job Description Develops and leads quality controls audits, appraisals, systems, policies, procedures and enhancements t...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Water / Wastewater Utility Worker - 21019
  • The Bergaila Companies
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • We are seeking a Water / Wastewater Utility Worker for assignment in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The selected candidate will p...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Manager, HR Business Partner (US Global Manufacturing)
  • Cardinal Health
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • **_What HR Business Partner contributes to Cardinal Health_** Human Resources designs, implements and delivers human res...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Production Manager
  • Hiring Now!
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • The Judge Group is currently seeking a 1st shift Production Manager for a manufacturing facility located near Albuquerqu...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Manufacturing Engineer
  • Hiring Now!
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • Our client is currently seeking a Manufacturing EngineerThis job will have the following responsibilities:o Works to imp...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Meat Cutter and Wrapper
  • Sam's Club
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • What you'll do at Position Summary... Why do people love shopping for fresh food at Sam's Club? Our members tell us one ...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Meat/Seafood Manager
  • Sprouts Farmers Market
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • Job Introduction: Do you enjoy working in an environment that requires precision and expertise? Do you enjoy sharing you...
  • 3/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Santa Fe (/ˌsæntəˈfeɪ/ or /ˈsæntəˌfeɪ/; Tewa: Oghá P'o'oge, Navajo: Yootó) is the capital of the U.S. state of New Mexico. It is the fourth-largest city in the state and the seat of Santa Fe County. This area was occupied for at least several thousand years by indigenous peoples who built villages several hundred years ago, on the current site of the city. It was known by the Tewa inhabitants as Ogha Po'oge ("White Shell Water Place"). The city of Santa Fe, founded by Spanish colonists in 1610, is the oldest state capital in the United States. Santa Fe (meaning "holy faith" in Spanish) had a p...
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