What are the responsibilities and job description for the Compressor Operator/Lead Compressor Operator position at WBI Energy, Inc?
Description
Lead Compressor Operator: Operate compressor station and support Compressor Operators to trouble shoot and maintain equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Trouble shoot and repair complex engines and components, compressors and components, PLC components, relief valves and regulators. Responds to emergencies, scheduled and unscheduled overtime and after hour calls.
Compressor Operator: Operate the compressor station in a safe and efficient manner. Responds to emergencies, scheduled and unscheduled overtime and after hour calls.
Nothing in this job summary restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Compressor Operator: (Journeyman $43.44/hour)
Associate degree in an industrial or mechanical related field or equivalent work experience.
Possess good mechanical and electrical aptitude and have proven human relations and computer skills.
Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle driver's license and meet applicable DOT mandated commercial driver requirements (i.e. medical card).
Lead Compressor Operator: ($44.93/hour)
In addition to the minimum qualifications of the Compressor Operator position, Lead Compressor Operator minimums include:
Knowledge of natural gas pipeline related maintenance and construction activities, processes and operations including related DOT and OSHA regulations.
1 year experience as a Journeyman Compressor Operator.
Electrical Qualification Level 1 EQ as per the WBI Safe Practices Manual.
Successfully completed required T-3 Operator Qualifications and cross-department training.
successfully completed an advanced Natural Gas Engine or Compressor course (i.e. Combustion, Turbine, Compressor).
Must take all measures necessary to protect networks, devices, programs and data from cyber-attack, damage or unauthorized access.
Must be legally authorized to work in United States, no sponsorships considered.
Subject to pre-employment background check and drug testing.
Subject to the company DOT substance abuse testing program
Must successfully complete the Compressor Operator Training Program.
This position requires that you be able to respond to call outs within one hour.
Ability to work independently.
Must be able to perform all the essential functions required of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Compressor Operator:
Experience in natural gas compression and dehydration processes and knowledge of natural gas pipeline related maintenance and construction activities, processes and operations including related DOT and OSHA regulations.
Associate degree in Power Plant Technology, Mechanical, Diesel or Auto Technology.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Operate and maintain reciprocating or turbine compressor engines and other station systems.
Perform operation, maintenance and housekeeping on compressors, engines, dehydration systems and plant support systems.
Troubleshoot and analyze problems and take corrective action.
Provide support for pipeline and measurement facilities.
Perform other tasks and special projects as assigned.
In addition to the above job responsibilities, the Lead Operator is responsible for:
Successfully perform all duties assigned to Compressor Operators.
Successfully operate, trouble shoot and maintain equipment at alternate compressor(s) than assigned.
Effectively trouble shoot and repair complex engines and components, compressors and components, PLC components, relief valves and regulators at multiple stations.
Perform other tasks and special projects as assigned.
Deadline to Apply: 04/19/2026
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