Coterra Energy

Job description

Coterra is hiring a Control Room Operator in Midland, Texas

As a Control Room Operator for Coterra, you are responsible for monitoring and supporting field operations in a 24/7 control room. The operator will need to respond to events in a timely manner and manage events until resolution. This position will support Coterra’s goals for safe operations, emissions’ reductions, improved runtime, and lowered operating cost. The position will dispatch field personnel to locations and create work orders for tracking of event specific activities. The Control Room Operator will help diagnose issues through the interpretation of SCADA data and communicate to appropriate staff members. This position requires an individual to solve a range of mid-level to difficult operational challenges which requires a detail-oriented skill set with exceptional problem-solving skills. This position does require a rotating shift, including nights, weekends and holidays, and is located in Midland, Texas.

Job requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following represents the majority of the duties performed by the position, but is not meant to be all-inclusive nor prevent other duties from being assigned when necessary. Employees are expected to comply with all regulatory, environmental and safety rules and standards, as well as corporate policies.

• Monitor and respond to upset conditions on remote well/facility locations
• Turn data into actionable responses, prioritizing suggestions and recommendations to operations
• Dispatch field personnel to remote locations for issue resolution
• Work with SCADA, IT, and automation technicians to resolve data issues
• Work with field staff to troubleshoot and resolve issues
• Learn new procedures; refresh procedures as needed; perform training as necessary
• Assist with alarm validations and point-to-point checks for new facilities
• Develop and improve on existing techniques and processes
• Other tasks as assigned

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Thorough understanding of typical upstream facility process flows – tank batteries, compressor stations, SWDs, gathering systems, etc.
• Knowledge on operational responses to standard field issues
• Experience with SCADA software, process trending, and data analysis
• Familiarity with data flows from the field device into SCADA
• Ability to work a rotational schedule consisting of both day and night shifts
• Ability to multitask and maintain detail 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with various types of control devices such as Allen Bradley, Fisher ROC, Total Flow, etc.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Access, Power Point and Project)
• Must be detail oriented with strong problem-solving skills
• Must be a team player that possesses the ability to adapt to a changing and fast paced work environment

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High School or GED

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

• Preferred 5-10 years in operations, automation, or control room roles
• Minimum of 3+ years in a related role within the oil and gas industry

ABOUT COTERRA ENERGY

Coterra Energy Inc. was formed in October 2021 as the result of a merger between Cabot Oil & Gas Corporation and Cimarex Energy. By merging, the two legacy companies have created one entity full of talented people with decades of experience in the energy industry. Our team is passionate about delivering reliable energy to all and achieving environmental excellence while doing so. We embrace innovation and technology and encourage an atmosphere of open dialogue between employees and leadership.

EEO-1 STATEMENT

Coterra Energy Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.