Night Field Operator

Midkiff, TX
Full Time
Mid Level

Job Title: Night Field Operator

Location: Midkiff, TX

Schedule:

7/7 Rotational
6:00 PM – 6:00 AM (Tuesday Night – Tuesday Morning)
84 hours per week

Target Pay Rate: $43.45/hr

Position Overview

The Night Field Operator is responsible for maintaining assigned leases during night operations. This role requires strong flowback and lease operating experience, with the ability to understand full facility flow paths, troubleshoot and resolve equipment alarms, and maintain production continuity with limited supervision.
Candidates must be self-starters who can diagnose issues through remote surveillance tools and develop a corrective action plan prior to arriving onsite.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain assigned leases during night operations
  • Understand complete flow path of oil & gas production facilities
  • Troubleshoot and resolve equipment alarms
  • Diagnose issues using remote surveillance systems
  • Develop action plans prior to site arrival
  • Multitask between multiple issues while keeping production online
  • Maintain detailed operational logs and shift notes
  • Follow Permit To Work System (PTWS) procedures
  • Promote and adhere to Health, Safety & Environmental standards
  • Support teamwork between shift personnel
  • Continuously develop technical knowledge and skills

Required Experience

  • 5–7 years minimum Oil & Gas industry experience
  • Strong flowback experience (required)
  • Strong lease operating experience (required)
  • Experience maintaining tank batteries and production facilities
  • Ability to work independently with minimal oversight
  • Night operations experience preferred

Skills & Qualifications

Education
  • High School Diploma required
  • Associate’s degree or technical training preferred
General Technical Skills
  • Strong understanding of oil & gas facility flow paths
  • Familiar with general oil & gas production operations
Specific Technical Skills
  • Meets company safety and technical training roadmap requirements
  • Knowledge of Operations Integrity critical competencies
  • Competent with:
    • Microsoft Office
    • Email communication
    • Computer surveillance/monitoring systems
Behavioral Competencies
  • Safety-oriented
  • Strong communication skills
  • Highly organized and detail-focused
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical ability
  • Self-starter mindset

Equipment & Additional Information

  • Agency-provided ½-ton truck
  • Externally mounted lights required for night operations
  • No additional allowances specified
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