Field Technical Advisor

PF Holdings•Longview, TX

About The Position

The Field Technical Advisor provides technical advice, counsel, management, and support for the design, development, and operation of well stimulation services. The role applies scientific, mathematical, geological, engineering, and communication skills to support hydraulic fracturing operations and customer jobs before, during, and after treatment. The advisor supports field operations and safety, helps ensure equipment and fleets are prepared to meet customer expectations, and monitors job performance and quality. The position also trains and coaches field personnel, evaluates operational and technical issues, communicates recommendations to customers and management, and contributes to equipment and efficiency improvements in coordination with the National Operations Center. The position requires at least 40 hours per week, depending on workload. The job description notes that responsibilities may change with employer needs and that reasonable accommodation will be considered for applicants or employees with disabilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred; six years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is preferred in lieu of a degree.
Knowledge of mathematical and scientific principles applicable to hydraulic fracturing and the ability to apply them practically.
Ability to assess situations using scientific, geological, and operational education, training, and experience, and advise clients about hydraulic fracturing jobs before, during, and after operations.
Ability to draft technical reports for management.
Ability to apply mathematics and scientific principles to job duties.
Demonstrated ability to train field personnel in the assigned district.
Knowledge of confidentiality policies, procedures, and regulations concerning employee and employer information.
Knowledge of business and management principles, including strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
Knowledge of customer-service principles and processes, including assessing customer needs, meeting service-quality standards, and evaluating customer satisfaction.
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies for protecting people, data, property, and institutions.
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team; sensitivity to confidential information.
Knowledge of higher-level mathematics and applicable scientific, technical, geological, and engineering principles, with demonstrated proficiency applying them to company services.
Ability to read, speak, and write English.
Ability to use sophisticated computer software programs to perform job functions.
Strong physical and mental health to maintain a demanding workload and ability to work under stressful conditions at times.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with personnel and vendors.
Ability to use a computer screen and climb up and down stairs.
Strong work ethic, integrity, honesty, and commitment to excellence.
Dependable and reliable, with the ability to fulfill responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Six years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

Ensure engineering, operations, and safety departments in the assigned district comply with management directives, policies, processes, and procedures.
Assist operations with pre-job rig-up, quality-control tests, material inventory, job setup, and equipment-layout reviews to ensure the fleet meets customer expectations.
Conduct daily operations and safety audits at locations and review findings with the supervisor and crew.
Coordinate technical equipment to ensure proper operation and maintenance scheduling.
Train and coach field operations personnel in software programs, new technologies, and improved equipment used to monitor, evaluate, and execute well stimulation services.
Monitor injection rates and pressures, perform quality control and development, and submit post-job assessments, evaluations, recommendations, analyses, and reports.
Coordinate with the National Operations Center on the design, testing, results, and implementation of equipment and efficiency-enhancement projects.
Report field findings to the National Operations Center and management and recommend next-generation improvements.
Perform real-time monitoring and evaluation of customer well stimulation services as needed.
Analyze technical, operational, design, engineering, and geological issues at job sites and advise customer representatives on recommended solutions.
Collect customer-fluid samples for initial testing before reservoir treatment and evaluate results to determine appropriate fluids for the designed job.
Perform other related duties as required.
Determine whether events or processes comply with applicable laws, regulations, or standards.
Develop goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work; perform day-to-day administrative tasks, including maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
Develop and maintain constructive, cooperative working relationships and fulfill assigned responsibilities reliably.