LDAR Operator

FOURPOINT ENERGY LLC•Myton, UT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

FourPoint Resources is seeking an LDAR Operator to conduct leak detection surveys using infrared (IR) camera equipment and support the repair and resolution of identified leaks. The position documents survey findings, generates and tracks repair orders, performs or coordinates repairs and equipment replacements, verifies successful repairs, and closes completed repair orders. The operator works with Production, Automation, Maintenance, and Materials personnel to address leaks safely, efficiently, and in accordance with approved monitoring plans and company environmental, health, and safety requirements. The role follows a field schedule of 8 days on and 6 days off, Wednesday through Wednesday, with 10-hour shifts. The schedule may change based on operational needs, and travel to field locations is required. Work takes place outdoors year-round in varying conditions and may involve exposure to constant noise, H2S fumes below 10 ppm, and high-pressure natural gas. The position requires traversing uneven terrain and frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds, as well as kneeling, bending, and twisting. The position is at-will and this description does not constitute an employment contract. FourPoint Resources reserves the right to modify or apply the job description and its requirements, including to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

At least four years of production operations experience.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Valid driver’s license.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and company data-tracking systems.
Working knowledge of production equipment, including treaters and separators, dumps, flares, knockout pots, natural gas engines, and pumping units.
Ability to work independently with limited direct supervision.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to accurately document field activities and maintain required records.
Ability to safely operate and properly maintain assigned company equipment.
Ability to work effectively with Production, Automation, Maintenance, Materials, and other support groups.
Willingness and ability to follow company environmental, health, and safety policies, procedures, and work practices.
Ability to work the field 8-on/6-off schedule, Wednesday through Wednesday, consisting of 10-hour shifts; schedule may change based on operational needs.
Ability to regularly traverse uneven terrain and frequently push, pull, carry, or lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to frequently kneel, bend, twist, and perform other physical activities necessary to inspect, maintain, and repair production equipment.
Ability to work outdoors year-round in varying weather and environmental conditions, with possible exposure to constant noise, H2S fumes below 10 ppm, and high-pressure natural gas.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of production operations experience preferred.
Active/current Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred.
Previous experience performing leak detection surveys preferred.
Experience operating infrared or optical gas imaging equipment for leak detection preferred.
Experience with the operation, maintenance, or repair of oil and natural gas production equipment preferred.
Experience using electronic data-tracking, maintenance, or work-order systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct leak detection surveys with an IR camera according to approved monitoring plans and procedures.
Perform daily operational checks of monitoring equipment and keep assigned equipment properly operated, cared for, and maintained.
Document survey results, identified leaks, repairs, and other work in company data-tracking systems.
Generate repair orders for identified leaks and accurately record required information.
Repair leaking equipment when appropriate and use survey equipment to verify repairs.
Coordinate additional repairs, equipment replacements, and corrective actions with Production, Automation, Maintenance, and Materials teams.
Track leaks and repair activities through completion and close completed repair orders.
Follow company environmental, health, and safety programs, policies, procedures, and work practices.
Immediately communicate unsafe conditions, environmental concerns, and other significant issues to Operations personnel and the appropriate supervisor.
Attend and participate in required training programs.
Assist with environmental and safety regulatory agency audits as needed.
Assist other LDAR Team members and other departments as assigned or needed.
Maintain individually assigned company equipment, including vehicles, IR cameras, computers, and related equipment.
Identify and implement safe, practical improvements to field processes and work practices.
Perform other duties as required.
Travel to field locations as necessary to perform assigned duties.