Midstream Operator

Job Title
Midstream Operator
Compensation
$88.83/hr – 1099
$50/day vehicle allowance – personal vehicle required
Location
5315 Buena Vista Drive
Carlsbad, NM 88220
Coverage Area: Carlsbad, NM / Pecos, TX / Wink, TX
Schedule
8 on / 6 off – Tuesday through Tuesday
Night Shift
4:00 PM – 6:00 AM
Target Start Date
September 14, 2026
End Date
March 12, 2027
Scope
Senior-level contract Midstream Operator responsible for leading compressor station operations and maintenance under limited supervision. The position focuses heavily on compressor station reliability, troubleshooting, optimization, surveillance, maintenance coordination, SCADA analysis, regulatory compliance, and leadership of less-experienced operators.
Responsibilities

• Lead complex compressor station operations and maintenance activities.
• Operate, troubleshoot, maintain, and optimize compressors, pumps, and auxiliary systems.
• Analyze SCADA data and field observations to improve equipment runtime and reliability.
• Utilize predictive maintenance tools to reduce unscheduled downtime.
• Lead real-time surveillance and operational checks of compressor station systems.
• Coordinate minor maintenance, repairs, and corrective work.
• Perform and oversee advanced engine and equipment maintenance.
• Support instrumentation and controls troubleshooting.
• Conduct and lead periodic compressor station inspections.
• Ensure accurate GIS mapping.
• Monitor corrosion and equipment condition.
• Perform root cause analysis and advanced problem resolution.
• Coordinate vendor activities and oversee vendor performance.
• Represent the company during material deliveries.
• Work with chemical technicians and engineering teams on equipment protection and upgrades.
• Maintain detailed and accurate operational records and reports.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and DOT requirements.
• Coordinate emergency response activities.
• Serve as a field-wide point of contact for compressor station O&M, particularly during emergencies.
• Train and mentor less experienced operators.
• Facilitate peer-to-peer technical knowledge sharing.
• Maintain a strong safety culture, participate in the SAFE program, and exercise Stop Work Authority when necessary.

Key Skills / Experience

• Compressor station operations
• Compressor and engine maintenance
• Pumps and auxiliary systems
• SCADA monitoring and analysis
• Instrumentation and controls
• Predictive maintenance
• Equipment troubleshooting and optimization
• Corrosion monitoring
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• Regulatory and DOT compliance
• Data analysis and operational reporting
• GIS mapping
• Emergency response
• Vendor oversight
• Issue tracking and problem resolution
• Leadership and operator mentorship

Candidate Requirements / Submission Gates

• Must work night shift.
• Must work the 8/6 rotation.
• Must cover Carlsbad, Pecos, and Wink operations.
• Must provide and use personal vehicle.
• Must provide own 4-gas monitor.
• Must provide proof of successful RigPass or SafeLand training.
• Backfill position – net-new candidates only.