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Western Midstream
Water Field Tech
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Job Summary:
The Water Field Tech is responsible for the safe, efficient, and environmentally compliant operation of saltwater disposal facilities. This role includes monitoring injection wells, operating pumps and pipelines, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring all activities comply with regulatory, safety, and environmental standards.
Responsibilities:
Operate and monitor saltwater disposal wells, pumps, tanks, and associated equipment
Inject produced water in accordance with permit limits and regulatory requirements
Monitor pressures, flow rates, volumes, and temperatures to ensure safe operations
Conduct routine inspections of facilities, pipelines, valves, and meters
Identify and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and operational issues
Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on pumps, motors, and equipment
Maintain accurate daily logs, injection volumes, and pressure records
Collect water samples and assist with testing as required
Respond to alarms, spills, leaks, or operational upsets in a timely manner
Coordinate with production, trucking, and field operations personnel
Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety (EHS) policies
Maintain housekeeping at SWD locations
Qualifications:
1-3 years of experience in oilfield operations, SWD, or water handling (preferred)
Knowledge of injection wells, pumps, and basic mechanical systems (preferred)
Understanding of oil & gas safety practices and environmental regulations (preferred)
Ability to read gauges, meters, and basic schematics (preferred)
Valid driver's license and clean driving record
Education:
High School diploma or equivalent is required.
Certifications/Licenses:
Candidate must possess a valid driver's license with no restrictions that would prohibit driving a company vehicle.
Travel Requirements:
The percentage of travel required for this position is 0 - 10%.
Work Schedule:
This position utilizes a 8/6 schedule that could require working overtime, weekends, and holidays.
WES reserves the right to change employee's schedule if it is required by operations.
Candidate must live within 75 miles of Carlsbad, NM.
Job Summary:
The Water Field Tech is responsible for the safe, efficient, and environmentally compliant operation of saltwater disposal facilities. This role includes monitoring injection wells, operating pumps and pipelines, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring all activities comply with regulatory, safety, and environmental standards.
Responsibilities:
Operate and monitor saltwater disposal wells, pumps, tanks, and associated equipment
Inject produced water in accordance with permit limits and regulatory requirements
Monitor pressures, flow rates, volumes, and temperatures to ensure safe operations
Conduct routine inspections of facilities, pipelines, valves, and meters
Identify and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and operational issues
Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on pumps, motors, and equipment
Maintain accurate daily logs, injection volumes, and pressure records
Collect water samples and assist with testing as required
Respond to alarms, spills, leaks, or operational upsets in a timely manner
Coordinate with production, trucking, and field operations personnel
Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety (EHS) policies
Maintain housekeeping at SWD locations
Qualifications:
1-3 years of experience in oilfield operations, SWD, or water handling (preferred)
Knowledge of injection wells, pumps, and basic mechanical systems (preferred)
Understanding of oil & gas safety practices and environmental regulations (preferred)
Ability to read gauges, meters, and basic schematics (preferred)
Valid driver's license and clean driving record
Education:
High School diploma or equivalent is required.
Certifications/Licenses:
Candidate must possess a valid driver's license with no restrictions that would prohibit driving a company vehicle.
Travel Requirements:
The percentage of travel required for this position is 0 - 10%.
Work Schedule:
This position utilizes a 8/6 schedule that could require working overtime, weekends, and holidays.
WES reserves the right to change employee's schedule if it is required by operations. Physical Requirements
Able to perform the essential functions of the position, including safely lifting and moving equipment, climbing stairs, working around industrial equipment, and working outdoors in changing weather conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation.