Production Technician I

Flywheel Energy•Parachute, CO

4d•$28 - $31

About The Position

The Production Technician supports daily production operations by monitoring well performance, assisting with troubleshooting, and performing routine maintenance. The role works closely with field operations and engineering teams to help ensure safe, efficient, and reliable production across assigned assets. Travel to field locations is required as needed, approximately 25% of the time. The position is based at TEP Rocky Mountain in Parachute, Colorado. It is full-time, with an hourly salary range of $28.00–$31.00. The position is open through Friday, November 27th.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
At least 2 years of experience in oil and gas production operations or a related technical role.
Basic understanding of artificial lift systems, well operations, and production equipment.
Ability to identify issues and assist in troubleshooting under supervision.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for reporting and coordination with field and engineering teams.
Ability to clearly report field observations and collaborate with diverse teams.
Ability to learn new tools, processes, and technical concepts quickly.
Ability to handle challenges in dynamic field environments with a focus on safety and reliability.
Takes initiative to identify and report potential issues before they escalate.

Nice To Haves

Technical certification or an associate degree in petroleum technology or a related field.
Familiarity with production monitoring software such as Open Wells or similar.
Experience with routine maintenance, failure analysis, and cost control practices.
Knowledge of Rockies or Piceance Basin operations.

Responsibilities

Monitor daily production performance and report anomalies or underperformance to the engineering team.
Assist with implementing optimization plans and artificial lift strategies under engineer guidance.
Support field operations by troubleshooting and rapidly responding to equipment or process issues.
Collect and record failure data, assist with root cause analysis, and help execute corrective actions.
Perform routine inspections and maintenance on downhole and surface equipment to ensure mechanical integrity.
Assist with chemical treatment programs and flow assurance activities as directed.
Maintain accurate documentation of production data, maintenance activities, and safety compliance.
Collaborate with engineers and contractors during well interventions, workovers, and equipment installations.
Travel to field locations as needed, approximately 25%, to support operations and project implementation.