Field Technician-Water Solutions

Tallgrass • Keene, ND

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About The Position

The Field Technician-Water Solutions performs routine and complex work involving water unloading, equipment maintenance, and other assigned tasks at company property while delivering customer service. The role supports daily facility and route operations, including monitoring volumes, equipment performance, contract compliance, safety, environmental compliance, and quality. The technician carries out preventative maintenance and routine repairs, reports operating information, and identifies production issues with supervision from appropriate Tallgrass personnel.

This is an on-call position with a 7-days-on/7-days-off hitch and 12-hour shifts. Work may involve non-traditional hours, outdoor work in all weather conditions, industrial hazards, and varying office and field conditions. The employee must carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours. Overtime is provided. The role has no supervisory responsibility.

Candidates must have a high school diploma/GED or equivalent experience, at least six months of experience in water-related oilfield services, and understanding and experience with water-related projects such as sourcing, pipelines, treatment, and disposal. A valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record are required. Preferred qualifications include familiarity with saltwater disposal (SWD) and at least one year of SWD operating experience.

Tallgrass describes itself as an energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering energy and services. Its Total Rewards Program includes competitive pay, insurance and other well-being benefits, paid time off, retirement contributions, bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and career development resources.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• At least six months of experience in water-related oilfield services.
• Understanding and experience with water-related projects, including sourcing, pipelines, treatment, and disposal.
• Intermediate proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.
• When operating company vehicles or equipment, drive safely to and from wells and well sites, maintain a clean driving record, and follow company policies.
• Promote a continuous safety culture and understand industry standards and best practices.
• Apply standard operating procedures to routine tasks and be willing to learn company-specific applications.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to take direction from management, adhere to work schedules and rules, and focus attention on details.
• Ability to participate actively in teams and collaborate to improve performance.
• Ability to adapt to a changing, fast-paced work environment and organize and prioritize daily work.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 32 pounds for tasks such as handling filters, tools, and water cases up to 300 feet.
• Ability to push up to 59.7 pounds of force and pull approximately 60 pounds of force when operating equipment.
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, crouch, kneel, walk, stand, climb stairs and ladders, and ascend or descend for extended periods.
• Ability to reach at multiple heights and perform fine motor movements, grasping, and pinching.
• Ability to perform whole-body movements including twisting, pivoting, lateral flexion, and exerting rotational force.
• Ability to work in hot, cold, wet, vibrating, and loud environments and around industrial hazards.
• Carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours; this is an on-call position.
• Successfully pass a drug screening, background check, and fit-for-duty examination after receiving an offer and before starting employment; credit reports may be included for specific positions.

Nice To Haves

• Working understanding and knowledge of saltwater disposal (SWD) and associated equipment.
• At least one year of SWD operating experience.

Responsibilities

• Off-load a high volume of water trucks daily.
• Develop understanding of equipment operations on assigned routes or at facilities.
• Measure and record truck and pipeline volumes, ensuring the accuracy of received and entered data.
• Maintain daily contact with co-workers and clients to support working relationships and infrastructure reliability.
• Monitor contract compliance and ensure facilities perform satisfactorily and meet contract and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor day-to-day operations, safety, environmental compliance, and quality as directed by management, and complete daily reporting requirements.
• Report volumes and key facility operating parameters at shift change and to related personnel.
• Identify production-related issues and learn appropriate solutions under supervision, consulting appropriate Tallgrass personnel.
• Follow preventative maintenance plans and system integrity testing requirements.
• Perform routine repairs and maintenance on equipment and communicate corrective maintenance needs that cannot be completed independently.
• Communicate with a wide variety of people tactfully, courteously, and professionally, both in person and by telephone.
• Maintain regular attendance and consistently perform at a high level.
• Work non-traditional hours as needed and remain available on call during working and non-working hours.
• Maintain regard for personal safety, company assets and employees, and the public.
• Perform other tasks and duties assigned to support company operations.

Benefits

• Industry-competitive pay.
• Health insurance package options, including Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts.
• Infertility coverage.
• Parental leave.
• 401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately, plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%.
• Wellness programs and mental health resources.
• Employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Critical illness and accident insurance.
• Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer time off, and bereavement time off.
• Identity theft protection.
• Annual discretionary bonus.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays.
• Company vehicle, if applicable.
• Employee discounts, including vehicles, tires, and cellular plans.
• Networking and employee engagement events.
• Personal development and career growth resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED