Field Technician-Water Solutions

Primary Purpose:

The Field Technician-Water Solutions is expected to perform a variety of routine and complex tasks including fluids unloading, equipment maintenance and all assigned work at and on company property, while providing outstanding customer service.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Off-load a high volume of water trucks daily.
• Develop understanding of the operation of all equipment on assigned routes or facilities.
• Measure and record truck, and pipeline volumes. Ensure accuracy of data received and entered.
• Maintain daily contact with co-workers and clients to maintain close working relationships and to ensure the reliability of Tallgrass infrastructure is always intact.
• Monitor contract compliance to ensure that facilities are performing satisfactorily, and that contract and regulatory requirements are adhered to.
• Monitor day-to-day operations, safety, environmental compliance, and quality as directed by Tallgrass Management. Responsible for various daily reporting requirements.
• Reporting volumes and key facility operating parameters at shift change and to all related personnel.
• Identify production related issues and learn appropriate solutions under supervision while consulting with the appropriate Tallgrass personnel.
• Follow preventative maintenance plan and all system integrity testing. 
• Execute routine repairs and maintenance on all equipment. Communicate corrective maintenance needs if unable to complete on own.
• Deal with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy, and professionalism.
• Speak clearly, both in person and by telephone.
• Maintain a regular attendance and consistently perform at a high level.
• Will work non-traditional hours as needed.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the public.
• Perform any other tasks assigned to support overall company operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• High school diploma / GED or equivalent experience is required.

Experience/Specific Knowledge:

• Should have at least six (6) months of experience in Water Related Oilfield Services. 
• Should have understanding and experience with water related projects — sourcing, pipelines, treatment, and disposal.
• Intermediate proficiency level in MS Office applications. 

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.
• If required to operate a company vehicle or equipment the Technician must drive safely to and from wells and well sites, maintain a clean driving record and adhere to Company policies

Competencies, Skills & Abilities:

• Promote continuous safety culture.
• Knowledge and understanding of industry standards and best practices.
• Apply Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for routine tasks.
• Willingness to learn company specific applications.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
• Actively participate in teams and collaborate for improved performance.
• Must possess the ability to adapt to a changing and fast paced work environment. 
• Ability to organize and prioritize daily work.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.

Physical Demands:

All the physical requirements listed below are those that may be necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 32 pounds for tasks such as handling filters, tools, and cases of water up to 300 feet.
• Capable of pushing forces up to 59.7 pounds of force for equipment like garage doors and skimming hatches.
• Able to pull with a force of approximately 60 pounds when operating equipment such as rock baskets.
• Frequent manual material handling involving bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, and kneeling to access equipment and perform tasks.
• Must be able to walk, stand, climb stairs/ladders, and ascend/descend for extended periods during field operations.
• Reach overhead, at shoulder, waist, knee, and floor levels, with fine motor movements and grasping/pinching capabilities.
• Ability to perform whole body movements such as twisting, pivoting, lateral flexion, and exerting rotational force.
• Capable of working in environmental conditions involving exposure to hot, cold, wet, and vibrating environments, along with loud noise.

Working Conditions:

• Varying working conditions from office settings to working outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
• Working with and around industrial hazards.
• Required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.
• This is an on-call position.
• Hitch-7/7, 12-hour shifts and will receive overtime.
• The selected candidate must successfully pass a drug screening, background check, and fit-for-duty examination, including credit reports for specific positions—after receiving a job offer and before commencing employment

Supervisory Responsibility:

• None

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position:

• Working understanding and knowledge of SWD (saltwater disposal) and associated equipment.
• 1+ years of SWD operating experience.

Other responsibilities:

• Please note this job description is not designed to encompass or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.