Measurement Technician

Position Summary

The Measurement Technician is responsible for ensuring accurate, reliable, and compliant measurement of produced water volumes across our facilities, as well as supporting instrumentation, communications, and solar power systems. This individual will have the opportunity to develop into their craft with a growing organization. Compensation commensurate with experience. Assigned area for the qualified candidates will be based on commuting distance proximal to West, TX and Southeast New Mexico.

Pilot Water Solutions (“PWS”) is the most reliable name in water midstream. PWS is a full service, full life cycle water midstream company with assets across the Permian, Eagle Ford, Rockies, Haynesville, and Appalachia. With strategically located assets in the core of its basins, Pilot Water Solutions is positioned to meet the needs of its customers with best-in-class service and reliability.

Essential Job Requirements

• Perform basic instrumentation tasks, including transmitter troubleshooting, calibration, and verification
• Install, calibrate, and maintain liquid measurement equipment including magnetic flow meters, Coriolis meters, turbine meters, and tank level devices
• Diagnose and resolve communications issues related to measurement and control equipment (e.g., RTUs, radios, SCADA links)
• Troubleshoot and repair solar power systems used in field applications.
• Perform routine checks, verifications, and troubleshooting of measurement systems to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Applies training and knowledge accurately, collecting and verifying liquid measurement data from job site(s)
• Maintain accurate and organized records of calibrations, meter readings, inspections, and repairs for both electronic and manual field reports.
• Performs tank gauging, liquid sampling, and oil separation via centrifuge as directed by the Measurement Director.
• Ensures all equipment is in good operating condition, calibrated, verified, correct, and clean, including all safety and monitoring equipment appropriate to the job.
• Performs all assignments mindful of safety. Utilizing proper tools, safety best practices and operating procedures.
• Observes all inspectorate applicable federal, state, and safety laws and regulations.
• Attends all safety and team meetings as scheduled.
• Observes and reports anything that would be considered a structural or mechanical failure or issue in a timely fashion.
• Collaborate with operations and engineering staff to support reliable, safe, and efficient facility performance.
• Properly maintains Company vehicle and all equipment issued in good, clean condition.
• Follows direction given by Lead Technician and assists when called upon for meter cleaning, repairs and installations.
• Complies with all Company policies and procedures.
• Submits own timesheets timely and accurately for approval and adheres to schedule as agreed upon on the date of hire, and adjusted work schedules thereafter based on company needs.

This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the position. Incumbents will be expected to follow other job-related duties outside of their normal responsibilities as assigned by their supervisor based on business needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or comparable such as GED
• Oil and gas, measurement, or instrumentation experience
• Familiar with standard concepts and procedures as it relates to the role and industry.
• Must be 18 years of age
• Strong proficiency in excel and other Microsoft programs
• Strong mathematical skills
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem solving, and communication skills
• Ability to communicate respectfully and professionally across all levels of staff, customers, and vendors.
• Self-motivated, strong time management skills and attention to detail
• Ability to interpret manuals, diagrams, and procedures for field equipment.
• Must possess a strong commitment to our safety culture and guidelines.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be deemed insurable by the Company's insurance provider throughout employment to be able to drive a Company vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications

• Energy Technology associate's degree or Instrumentation & Electrical associate's degree or comparable skill experience.
• Familiarity with liquid handling operations, SCADA, PLCs, or automation systems

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and perform physical tasks such as climbing, bending, and standing for extended periods of time.
• You may be requested to work overtime and weekends based on business needs
• Drive a company vehicle effectively and sit for extended periods of time.
• Able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions (heat/cold, wet/humid and dry/arid).

Equipment Used

• Safety and monitoring equipment appropriate to the role
• Measurement and Pipeline equipment, valves, centrifuge, and gauge lines
• Company Vehicle
• Laptop
• iPad