Fluid Technician

ProPetro•Midland, TX

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Fluid Technician is responsible for managing the chemicals used during hydraulic fracturing (HF) operations on location. This includes monitoring the safe transport and delivery of chemicals to and from the job site, maintaining the necessary chemical inventory for each job, and communicating any chemical changes to vendors and clients. The role also involves performing pre-job testing, generating reports, assisting equipment operators, coordinating with vendors for inventory, and maintaining records of chemical deliveries. Additionally, the technician is responsible for the setup and operation of acid roll pumps, adhering to safety requirements, and operating a company vehicle safely. Compliance with Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policies, including attending training and using proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), is mandatory. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of Fluid Technician or Field Lab Technician experience, required
Maintaining a current, valid driver’s license and a clean driving record, required
Must be familiar with the operation of hydraulic fracturing equipment (i.e., blender, hydration, C 10, etc.)
Basic ability to perform pH water analysis (iron, sulfate, and chloride testing), verify the amount of acid titration to be pumped for each job, distinguish between cationic and anionic based chemicals, and formulate liquid additives for pump calibration
Familiar with operation of Chandler or Grace viscometers, applying hydrometer, interpreting hydrometer readings, and applying thermometer
Basic understanding of sand variances in reference to sand sieve analysis while applying American Petroleum Institution (API) standards
Clear written and verbal communication skills, able to effectively communicate with vendors, teammates, supervisors, and personnel at all levels of the organization
Possess strong math skills
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 applications and the ability to quickly learn other work-related software
Basic mechanical aptitude and knowledge of safe hand tool use
Reliable and able to work assigned schedule
Able to safely perform duties during a 12+ hour work shift that will include days, nights, weekends, holidays, and extreme weather conditions
Must be physically able to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, crawl, walk on uneven surfaces, and climb equipment ladders or stairs throughout the work shift
Must be physically able to safely operate a company vehicle

Responsibilities

Assign rates of chemicals designated by each job proposal to corresponding chemical pumps
Communicate necessary chemical adjustment recommendations to the client
Perform pre-job testing and generate pre-job reports prior to HF treatments
Upon the conclusion of each stage, collect chemical straps for the customer service representative and engineer
Assist equipment operators when necessary to ensure efficient HF job performance (aid with breaker buckets, diverter bags, addition of chemicals to tub, etc.)
Coordinate with vendors and internal departments to maintain a sufficient chemical inventory required for each job
Record collected Bills of Lading (BOL) into BOL Log to verify chemical product delivery, volume, and proper off-loading into the correct container
Monitor transfer of bulk chemicals, ensure delivery driver is present throughout off-loading process, and review chemical floats and transports prior to departure from chemical yard
Maintain chemical sign-in sheet for third party chemicals and vendors
Perform rig-up and rig-down of acid roll pump and maintain acid roll pump operation
Comply with job location or mobile lab safety requirements and report all violations, hazards, or safety incidents to supervisor
Safely operate a company vehicle day or night, on all road types, and in all weather conditions
Maintain compliance with all Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policies by attending required HSE training sessions, safety meetings, and always utilize proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Other duties as assigned