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Job Description
Job Title:
Frac Transfer Operator Our Vision:
RigUp is where the best workers power the world's most successful projects. We are united by a common mission: to deliver services and technology that fundamentally change how skilled workers and the businesses they serve get hard work done. Job Description The Water Transfer Consultant is a field-based role responsible for overseeing day-to-day water transfer operations supporting hydraulic fracturing and drilling activities. This position provides on-site operational leadership, contractor oversight, and execution support for both conventional and automated water transfer systems. The role requires a strong commitment to safety, environmental compliance, system reliability, and real-time problem-solving in a demanding operating environment. This position operates on a rotational schedule with extended shifts and requires availability for on-call response to operational issues. Responsibilities Supervise the setup, operation, monitoring, and teardown of water transfer systems, including layflat and rigid pipeline systems Oversee pigging operations, pressure testing, line repairs, and troubleshooting of water transfer systems Ensure consistent and reliable water delivery aligned with drilling and completion schedules and volume requirements Provide on-site leadership for water transfer crews and third-party contractors Maintain daily communication with field leadership regarding operational status, plans, and issues Enforce contractor expectations, site rules, and established safety standards Support remote and automated water transfer operations in coordination with centralized monitoring teams Assist with pump calibration, leak detection systems, and overall system optimization Respond to real-time alarms and provide field feedback to improve system performance Conduct routine inspections of pumps, hoses, manifolds, valves, pipelines, and associated equipment Coordinate maintenance and repairs in accordance with established standards and procedures Monitor, verify, and report flow rates and total water volumes transferred Submit accurate daily reports documenting operations, volumes, labor, equipment usage, and costs Track and verify labor and equipment costs using provided reporting applications Safety, Environmental & Compliance Lead tailgate meetings and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) Enforce PPE requirements, stop-work authority, and hazard mitigation practices Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and operating procedures Immediately report and assist in the response to spills, leaks, or environmental incidents Document safety observations, corrective actions, and compliance activities in designated systems Skills and Qualifications Demonstrated experience in frac water transfer operations, including layflat systems, pumps, and pigging Strong understanding of pressure systems, flow management, and leak detection Experience supervising field crews and third-party contractors Proven safety leadership and field-based problem-solving skills Ability to work independently in a full-time, field-based role Willingness to work a rotational schedule with 12-hour shifts and on-call availability Strong communication and documentation skills Mechanical aptitude with water transfer equipment and associated infrastructure Ability to operate mobile devices and reporting applications for daily operational tracking Valid driver's license and ability to operate a company-provided vehicle Physically capable of working in field conditions and around heavy equipment
Job Details:
Pay:
$40-$50/per hour
Location:
Stanley, ND or Gillette, WY Schedule:
14/14 hitch, 12hr days, on call 24/7
Pay:
$40.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance
