W&GD, Operator 1

Full Time / Part Time: Full Time

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Pay Type: Hourly

Business Unit: Operations/WG&D
Reports to: Director of WG&D

Education requirements: High school diploma or GED.

Travel Requirements: Less than 25%

Job Summary

The Water Gather, and Disposal Operator I is responsible for monitoring, assessing, and communicating the daily operations of Water Solutions facilities and pipelines. This position travels to multiple salt water disposals (SWD) to ensure optimal functionality of pumps and other equipment to capture and report on relevant data. In addition, the Pumper troubleshoots and makes minor repairs. 

The essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Monitors and communicates with the manager daily, via email, text, and verbal reporting, on system conditions, high priority system operations issues, and other pertinent information:
  • Proactively assesses and relays replacement parts and equipment necessary for facilities, to minimize down time in the case of emergency repairs or required maintenance.
  • Identifies and promptly communicates issues which require escalation or could cause interruption to facility operations.
  • Generates daily reports for each facility, tracking incoming and outgoing volumes and oil sales.
  • Works continuously to maximize oil recovery and subsequent sales.
  • Audits facilities and troubleshoots issues as needed, keeping facilities safe, efficient, and fully operational.
  • Evaluates and logs process conditions and components.
  • Coordinates with Operations team for maintenance of injection wells.
  • Troubleshoots equipment and recommends modifications to address changing volumes.
  • Records well PSIs daily.
  • Makes rounds to multiple facilities daily, ensuring proper operations, and cleans/replaces bag filters daily or as needed.
  • Coordinates and assists with field equipment repairs.
  • Reports and leads cleanup and repairs of leaks or spills.
  • Physical presence at the job site is required.
  • Complies with all regulatory, environmental, and safety rules and standards, as well as company policies
  • Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift 50 pounds
  • Involves climbing stairs 
  • Moderate amounts of time spent outside in potentially extreme (hot and/or cold) weather
  • Able to operate equipment and vehicles

Qualifications

  • 1+ years of experience working in the oil and gas industry.
  • Wide range of oilfield operations knowledge, including pipelines, pumps, and salt water disposal facilities.
  • Mechanical aptitude, with troubleshooting skills and the ability to make minor repairs.
  • Proficiency in English

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement

  • XRI 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. 

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