Production Flowback Operator-Midland, TX

Knock Out Energy, LLCProduction Flowback OperatorMidland, TX and Surrounding Remote Lease Locations DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Flowback Operator is responsible for accurate collection and reporting of well data on an hourly basis with the ability to understand and interpret the data and look for signs of well variance. They will also perform ongoing dumping of sand from separators as well as pulling sand filter screens for cleaning. This individual can safely work well on remote locations under minimal supervision with the assistance of a supervisor. The Flowback Operator will also have a full understanding of equipment functionality and be able to perform maintenance on most equipment.Specific responsibilitiesAccurately collect and report well data based on well flowTroubleshoot and perform most equipment maintenanceCheck differential pressure on a regular schedule, pull screens as needed, and effectively clean screensRegularly dump sand separatorsGauge frac tanksIdentify safety concerns and report them to SupervisorManeuver location safely and know where hazards Responsible for reading and interpreting documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance manuals, and procedure manualsMaintain a clean and organized work areaOther tasks as assignedEducation, Training and Experience2- 3 years of previous production flowback experience is required.Skills and AbilitiesExperience operating surface pressure control and separation equipment (e.g. pressure control manifolds, multi-phase separators, sand management equipment, line heaters, flare systems, and other surface flowback equipment)Thorough understanding of pressures in tubing and casing as well as where to find pressures and what those pressures meanAbility to recognize differential pressure to know when to pull screens for cleaning.Able to adjust back pressure regulatorsSkilled at changing orifice plates Capable of collecting and sampling well fluid checking chloride and oil API gravity.Thorough knowledge of well opening sequence procedure to bring a well onlineFull understanding of separator functionality and ability to adjust fluid levels as neededDetailed comprehension of the separation process of oil, gas, water and solidsKnow the flow path from the well head to the separation equipment through to storage tanks and pipelinesCapable of independently performing filter operationsIn depth knowledge of pumps, valves, rigging mechanisms, pressure testing, etcFull Competency in collection, interpretation and reporting of well dataBasic understanding of how to and when to equalize flow back tanksAble to judge fluid rates and trucking disposal track timesAble to read. understand and execute an established evacuation planAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram formAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, and decimalsPHYSICAL AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTSCan lift and carry up to 100 lbs maxCan do 200 lb push/pullAbility to climb a ladderAble to do a 50-lb overhead liftRepetitive turning like on a choke wheel or well head valveAble to swing 10 lb sledge hammer.Sitting, bending, standing, walking, and typing 12 hours per day.Ability to pass the pre-employment drug/alcohol screen as well as a Motor Vehicle Record check.Able to work in weather elements during the day or nighttime.The employee must be adaptable to the unique work conditions that consist of long and irregular hours and changes in locations of work assignments. This position requires working in the field setting a majority of the time with various conditions consisting of: wet, cold, and/or humid conditions at well sites, working near moving mechanical parts, vibration, loud noise, potential fumes or airborne particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals where proper PPE must be donned.