Field Operator - Jobs in Pipestone, AB

Job Description

At Ovintiv, our people make all the difference in our success. Attracting and retaining the right people is the key to our business strategy. We are committed to your career and your development to recognize your potential and career aspirations. We offer employees a work environment with highly competitive employee compensation, benefits and vacation/time off provisions.As an employer, we foster an exciting culture of innovation and inclusion. We drive progress by valuing our workforce, strengthening the communities we call home and respecting the rights of all. Our workplace is fast-paced, engaged and relentlessly focused on our goals through collaboration, innovation and a commitment to advancing our technology and ways of working.Posting Close Date:05/27/2022Ovintiv requires a full-time employee Field Operator to support PRA area which includes Hythe/Sexsmith/Pipestone fields. The field consists of sour well production and a gathering system that transports production to process facilities in the area.This position requires daytime coverage consisting of 10 hour shifts working on an 8 – 6 rotation. Requirement to be on call after hours.Responsibilities

• Understand and perform safety responsibilities such as hazard identification, equipment lock-out, emergency response, and follow safe work procedures.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulatory requirements. Responsible for corrective actions if required.
• Ensure effective communication with operations, maintenance and management staff.
• Operate field equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Troubleshoot process problems and identify opportunities for improvement and optimization, working closely with Lead Operator.
• Monitor field well performance and/or facility conditions utilizing Cygnet systems.
• Maintain superior housekeeping standards throughout the field and facilities at all times.
• Responsible for minor maintenance and the coordination of other maintenance activities.
• Ensure work orders are entered and completed for maintenance work.
• Maintain proper documentation including plant logs, maintenance records, safety & environment reports, etc.
• Assist with projects work, including turnarounds.
• Track and maintain key performance indicators such as production, downtime and production losses.

Qualifications

• Operational and maintenance experience on well site equipment. Good understanding of liquid well optimization, compression, and pipeline maintenance.
• 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate, Gas Process Operations or Solis would be a plus.
• Strong knowledge and experience in the operation of production wells, liquid separation, compression, water injection and associated pipeline networks would be an asset.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are required.
• Proficient in use and application of PC programs specifically in PVR, Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability and confidence to work with minimal supervision and proven strong leadership abilities.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and is open to take on a variety of operational challenges.
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude with proven analytical, trouble shooting and problem-solving skills.
• Team player with strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills required, ability to handle multiple tasks and make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• This is a safety-sensitive position and will be subject to the relevant requirements of the Ovintiv Alcohol and Drug policy which includes pre-assignment testing.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license.

Benefits: Ovintiv offers a competitive benefits package. Click here to learn more.At Ovintiv, we value diversity and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.Please note that due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to any individual inquiry about the status of your application.Quick Apply

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