Field Operator III - Artificial Lift Technician

Salary :

$115,024 monthly

Company : Rwdy

Job Type : Full Time

Spring, Tx

Job Description - Field Operator III - Artificial Lift Technician

Job Title
Field Operator III – Artificial Lift Technician
Compensation
$55.30/hr
Location
Spring, TX – Vantage
Schedule
14/14 – alternating days and nights
Target Start Date
ASAP

Scope
MAIN FUNCTION
The Vantage Artificial Lift Control Room Operator (ALCRO) is a mission-critical role responsible for real-time surveillance and remote operation of artificial lift systems across multiple assets. This position protects production, extends equipment life, reduces HSE exposure, and drives faster operational decision-making through centralized control room operations.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Monitor and control large volumes of artificial lift wells and compressor units across multiple fields
Perform real-time surveillance and identify early indicators of abnormal performance
Adjust operating parameters (speed, cycles, setpoints) to optimize production and protect equipment
Diagnose equipment issues using live and trended data
Execute alarm response actions and determine escalation paths
Make real-time operational decisions regarding intervention, monitoring, or field dispatch
Prevent failures through early detection and proactive adjustments
Maintain detailed logs, documentation, and shift handovers
Coordinate with field operations, engineering, and automation teams

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS
Operational & Cognitive

Strong situational awareness and decision-making under pressure
Alarm management and prioritization
Troubleshooting and pattern recognition
High operational discipline and adherence to procedures
Ability to manage high equipment counts simultaneously
Clear communication and documentation

Technical Competencies

Artificial Lift Systems: ESP, Gas Lift, GAPL, Plunger Lift
Compression systems and rotating equipment fundamentals
SCADA systems and remote control platforms
Data interpretation (electrical, mechanical, production metrics)
Well performance fundamentals (drawdown, gas interference, pump-off)
Equipment protection limits and safe operating envelopes
Basic production optimization techniques
Electrical safety awareness and shutdown logic

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE
Minimum Required

2–5 years artificial lift OR compressor operations experience
Hands-on experience starting, stopping, and troubleshooting equipment
Experience operating through abnormal conditions (trips, failures, etc.)

Strongly Preferred

Permian Basin / unconventional experience
SCADA / remote surveillance experience (1–3 years)
Alarm response and remote decision-making experience

Typical Backgrounds

Artificial Lift Technician / Compression Operator
Production Operator (with AL/compression exposure)
ESP or Gas Lift Specialist
Lease Operator with artificial lift wells
Automation or Electrical Technician (AL-focused)

COMMENTS

Work week runs Thursday – Wednesday

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