Water Plant Technician

Position Summary

Under limited supervision of the Lead Water Technician, the Water Plant Technician is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of water treatment and fluid handling systems in an upstream oil and gas environment. This role ensures reliable performance of water facilities, gathering pipelines, and fluid transfer processes, while maintaining required injection volumes.

The technician performs daily monitoring, operation, and maintenance of equipment across all fluid-handling areas and managers communications related to fluid movement and dispatch. This position troubleshoots and resolves most operational issues independently, escalating the most complex engineering-related challenges as needed.

The Water Plant Technician possesses strong working knowledge of water treatment processes, field operations and automation systems to apply both practical experience and technical understanding to analyze complex problems and implement effective solutions.

Additionally, the role involves planning, coordinating and executing short-and long-term work activities to meet production demands. The technician works closely with completions teams to support hydraulic fracturing and flowback operations, ensuring seamless integration with water management systems.

Essential Responsibilities

• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Perform daily operational checks of water treatment facilities, water gathering pipelines, and injection facilities.
• Act as primary interface for all fluid hauling, including working with operations and contract haulers to coordinate, dispatch, and report fluid movements in the field.
• Perform plant related work to the level assigned by the Lead Water Plant Technician.
• Operate and perform advanced trouble shooting on water gathering equipment, automation systems, in addition to standard plant systems.
• Operate and maintain both plants, water gathering, and injection systems in a safe and environmentally sound condition.
• Maintain compliance, in conjunction with and through close coordination with the Lead Water Plant Technician, and EHS Department, for all regulatory, environmental and safety issues.
• Maximize operating efficiency of water plants.
• Work with engineering, completions, construction, EH&S to improve operations to accurately account for production, reduce operating expense, implement new technology, and reduce safety and environmental hazards.
• Oversee and direct service crews on daily operations.
• Use appropriate safety equipment and comply with all company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Follow surface safety equipment guidelines and report equipment malfunctions.
• Maintain respectful and productive working relationships within and across all work groups, ensuring effective collaboration and cooperation.
• Foster a work environment that is consistent with the company’s Purpose, Vision & Core Values.
  
  

Other Duties

• Perform additional duties and special projects assigned to support departmental and company objectives.
• Work extended hours and overtime as required, in accordance with company policy.
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None
  
  

Qualifications

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of safe work behavior and habits, guide others to do the same.
• Analyze and successfully solve mechanical problems.
• Proficient computer proficiency with various software programs.
• Basic understanding of electrical skills and safe working practices related to high voltage systems on facilities.
• Basic automation troubleshooting skills.
• Basic knowledge of downhole operations and water injection protocols.
• Work under pressure and multi-task to meet deadlines.
• Understand the safe operation of valves and facilities operation under high pressure / temperature.
• Maneuver heavy objects.
• Responsible for securing and maintaining all company-issued equipment (e.g., vehicles, computers, test equipment).
• Operate a vehicle safely (in all weather conditions) to drive to oil & gas equipment locations located in rural/open range country.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; effectively converse with all levels of the company, customers, business associates
• Professional integrity, accountability, and attention to detail
• Read, write, and follow directions clearly.
• Work in fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Safely operate a vehicle in all weather conditions in rural and open-range environments during all seasons of the year
• Willingness to work under supervision.
  
  

Required Education And Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Three plus years’ experience in Oil and Gas industry
  
  

Required Certifications And Licenses

• Valid driver’s license
  
  

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Previous experience in Oil and Gas Exploration & Production
• Lease Operator experience
  
  

Preferred Education And Qualifications

• HS2, HAZWOPER, First Aid/CPR training
  
  

Preferred Certifications And Licenses

• Low Voltage Technician License
  
  

POSITION SCOPE & IMPACT

• Individual contributor with direct impact on field operations and production performance
  
  

TRAVEL

• Up to 5%, as business requires
  
  

Physical Requirements

Physical Demand

NA

Rare 0-30%

Occasional

30-60%

Frequent

60-90%

Constant

90-100%

Weight

Standing

X

Walking, on uneven surfaces

X

Sitting

X

Lifting

X

Up to 80 lbs.

Carrying

X

Up to 80 lbs.

Pushing

X

Pulling

X

Climbing

X

Balancing

X

Stooping

X

Kneeling

X

Crouching

X

Crawling

X

Reaching

X

Handling

X

Grasping

X

Feeling

X

Talking

X

Hearing

X

Repetitive Motions

X

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

X

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Working Condition

NA

Rare 0-30%

Occasional

30-60%

Frequent

60-90%

Constant

90-100%

Extreme cold

X

Extreme heat

X

Humidity

X

Wet

X

Noise

X

Hazards

X

Temperature Change

X

Atmospheric Conditions

X

Vibration

X

Other:

Jonah Energy determines the salary level for potential new employees by considering a candidate's experience, skills, and education, along with the position's work location, external market conditions and internal pay equity.

We offer a comprehensive benefit package including generous PTO, 401k match and discretionary profit sharing, tuition assistance, professional development, and eligibility for short term incentive program.  Additionally, eligible employees may enroll in health, dental, vision and life insurance on their first day of employment and elect from several voluntary group benefits.  As an employee you have the opportunity to make a difference in a company where your position is critical to project success!

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Jonah Energy LLC not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.  Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment screenings.