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Field Operator III - Artificial Lift Technician

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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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