Wellfield Operator

Description

The Wellfield Operator is the primary individual responsible for the sustained operation of the mine’s production and restoration wellfields. He ensures that the wellfield operates in line with the operating plan formulated by the Superintendent. He reports to the Wellfield Foreman. The Wellfield Operator:

1. Ensures all production related equipment is operated to achieve the maximum sustainable production flowrate in a balanced manner. Including but not limited to SOP – Wellfield Operations, Pipeline Breaks/Leaks
2. Collects all relevant wellfield operating data and records such data in the Wellfield Balance Sheet and Daily Shift Notes and uses the Wellfield Balance Sheet to adjust the injection well flowrates to maintain the maximum production well flowrate without excess injection. Including but not limited to SOP – Wellfield Data Entry into Computer
3. Ensures oxygen is added to injection wells in the correct amounts as specified by the Wellfield Balance Sheet. Including but not limited to SOP – Oxygen Pressure and Rotometer Setting
4. Prepares numbered sample collection containers; and collects and delivers wellfield samples to the laboratory
5. Performs routine wellfield maintenance in a timely fashion; including, meter repair, leak repair, pressure gauge replacement, and other small repairs as needed. He assists when necessary, the Wellfield Maintenance Operator in the completion of larger repair/replacement activities. Including but not limited to SOP – Gluing PVC Pipe, Poly Pipe, Connecting PVC Pipe & Fittings
6. Monitors the operation of wellfield bag filtration equipment and changes bags when necessary to prevent a lose of injection flow due to bag plugging. To ensure an adequate supply of replacement bags, bag acidizing and washing will be accomplished as required. Including but not limited to SOP – Wellfield Bag Filtration
7. Participates in the construction of wellfield expansion facilities.
8. Follows all Federal, State, and Company safety rules and regulations; and by maintaining a clean work area, ensures a safe working area. Including but not limited to SOP – Emergency Repairs in the Event of a Lateral or Trunk Line Break

Requirements

• Understand the operation and controls for all wellfield equipment
• Be able to read, speak, understand, and write clearly in English
• Maintain honest and accurate records
• Understand and comply with all safety rules, regulations, and guidelines
• Be able to readily solve simple math problems either manually or with a calculator
• Possess a valid driver’s license in the state of employment
• Be able bodied, capable of carrying 50 pounds up or down flights of stairs
• Have the ability and willingness to work a 12 hour shift schedule out of doors
• Be willing to work overtime when required and approved by Superintendent
• Have the ability and willingness to work alternating day and night shifts
• Have the ability and commitment to wear all required safety equipment
• Communicate with fellow employees using a portable radio or telephone
• Grip and use hand and small power tools for extended periods of time
• Maintain a friendly and cooperative working relationship with fellow employees and supervisors, be a team player
• Adhere to Company policies and procedures
• Adhere to standard operating procedures