Plant Technician

Job Description:

Role Synopsis

The Plant Operator / Operations Technician is responsible for the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of Permian Midstream CDP and associated facilities . This role executes day‑to‑day plant operations, responds to abnormal conditions, performs field rounds, applies control of work processes, and supports maintenance, startup, shutdown, and emergency response activities. Operators are accountable for maintaining operational discipline , protecting people and the environment, and ensuring facilities operate within design and regulatory limits.

Key Accountabilities

• Operate and monitor CDP facilities, compression, inlet, processing, tankage, and utilities
• Perform field rounds, inspections, and verification activities
• Identify abnormal conditions and take timely, disciplined action
• Execute startup, shutdown, and normal operating procedures
• Apply Control of Work processes (energy isolation, permits, task risk assessments)
• Coordinate with board operators, maintenance, engineering, and contractors
• Isolate, verify, and return equipment to service safely
• Respond to equipment upsets, alarms, and emergency conditions
• Participate in incident response, investigations, and learning reviews
• Maintain accurate operational, production, and environmental documentation
• Use BPX systems including DeltaV, ARC, SAP, Power Apps, and verification tools
• Comply with PSM, DOT, OMS, and environmental requirements

Essential Experience and Education

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years experience in oil & gas, midstream, or industrial operations (preferred)
• Demonstrated understanding of process safety and operational risk
• Ability to read and apply P&IDs and operating procedures
• Experience with compressors, pumps, valves, and process equipment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and operational discipline

Preferred Qualifications

• CDP or gas processing experience
• Delta V operating platform experience
• Control room or board operations experience
• Familiarity with PSM-regulated facilities
• Technical certifications or prior midstream operator training

How much do we pay (Base) $103,000-$121,000. Note that the pay range listed for this position is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the time of posting.

Why join us?

At bpx, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and challenging environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly.

We offer a reward and wellbeing package to enable your work to fit with your life. These can include, but not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible working schedule, paid time off policy, discretionary annual bonus program, long-term incentive program, and a generous 401(k) matching program.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations.

Discover your place with us and help our business meet the challenges of reimagining and reinventing the future of energy.

Location

Orla, Permian Basin - Central Control Room & Field-Based CDP Facilities (rotational / field-based)

Schedule

14/14

Critical Role Demands:

Lifting Abilities:

• Lift with 2 hands from floor to knuckles: 70 lbs x 2 (with 12 sec rest intervals between lifts)
• Lift with 2 hands from floor to waist: 70 lbs x 2 (with 12 sec rest intervals between lifts)
• Lift with 2 hands from floor to shoulders: 35 lbs x 2 (with 12 sec rest intervals between lifts)
• Lift with 2 hands from floor to crown: 35 lbs x 2 (with 12 sec rest intervals between lifts)

Pushing and Pulling Abilities:

• Push horizontally with hands placed between waist and mid-chest level to generate a peak force of 120 lbs with two hands x 3
• Pull horizontally with hands placed between waist and mid-chest level to generate a peak force of 120 lbs with two hands x 3

Carrying Abilities:

• Carry with 1 hand at self-selected height: 70 lbs for a distance of 50 feet x 2; self-paced and with a 60 second rest period between carry tests.

Stair / Ladder Climbing Abilities:

• Stair Climb: Climb up and down a total of 30 steps, self-paced
• Ladder Climb Test: Climb up and down 8 rungs, self-paced.

Agilities:

• Stooping and Twisting: From standing, perform alternate toe touches x 3 to each side, self-paced but continuous. Test recipient should reach toward his/her toes on opposite side as far as possible but actual touching of toes not required
• Kneeling: From standing, kneel on one knee, return to full standing and then kneel on opposite knee. Repeat kneeling test x 3, each knee, self-paced but continuous
• Sustained Squatting: From standing, lower body into a functional squat position. Hold the squat position for 30 seconds and then stand.
• Repetitive Squatting: Repeat squats x 3 reps, self-paced, no hold time at end range.

Travel Requirement
Negligible travel should be expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:
This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type:
This position is not available for remote working

Skills:
Control of Work, Cost-conscious decision-making, Maintenance general, Procedures and practices, Reliability general, Risk Management, Safety Leadership, Turnaround general

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.