Operator-Mixing Plant

Ranger Energy•Midland, TX

About The Position

The Mixing Plant Operator is accountable for safely operating assigned mixing plant equipment and supporting mixing plant coil tubing and stick pipe drill-outs. The role requires an understanding of fluid and chemical compatibilities, safe equipment setup and operation, and effective communication with on-site crews and company representatives. The position routinely works alone at a location and may not be able to rely on supervision or assistance from others.

Requirements

At least one year of experience running a mixing plant and performing coil tubing and stick pipe drill-outs.
Demonstrated knowledge of fluid and chemical compatibilities.
Basic math, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Valid driver's license and ability to pass a motor vehicle record (MVR) check.
Ability to communicate, read, and write in English.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to enter confined spaces and access areas using ladders or other devices up to 15 feet.
Ability to communicate respectfully and effectively with customers, visitors, vendors, and other employees.
Ability to pass pre-employment screening, testing, and job-relevant hiring requirements.
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States, as required by law.
Ability to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Ability to routinely lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Vision abilities including close, distance, and color vision.
Ability to work in wet and/or humid conditions and extreme heat or cold.
Ability to work alone at a location without relying on supervision or assistance from others who may be present.
Consistent use of appropriate PPE in an environment that may include moving mechanical parts, fumes, toxic chemicals, airborne particles, and moderate to loud noise.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Aphron Light Weight Fluid systems.
Prior experience with a computer-based work order system.
Prior experience with KPA.
Class A commercial driver's license (CDL).
Experience working rotational shifts, in inclement weather, and/or in manual labor.

Responsibilities

Service and maintain mixing plant equipment.
Perform routine preventive maintenance and maintain appropriate maintenance records.
Safely operate pumps to transfer liquid.
Maintain and record accurate tank fluid levels.
Safely rig up and rig down the fluid mixing plant at coil tubing, stick pipe drill-out, or workover locations.
Safely rig up the mixing plant to reverse pumps for stick pipe units and coil tubing pump trucks.
Mix chemicals to control downhole pressures.
Communicate with on-site crews and/or company representatives to determine appropriate chemical quantities based on well conditions.
Safely rig up and rig down equipment used for mixing plant operations.
Follow and support all AWS HSE policies, procedures, and best practices.
Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
Drive company vehicles over varied road conditions and terrain, including highways, rural paved and gravel roads, and off-road two-track roads.
Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor or management.