SWD Operator

NGL Energy Partners LP•Carlsbad, NM

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The SWD Operator monitors, assesses, and communicates daily operations at Water Solutions facilities and pipelines. The role travels to multiple salt water disposal (SWD) sites to ensure pumps and other equipment function properly, capture and report operational data, troubleshoot problems, and make minor repairs. The operator helps keep SWD pipelines and equipment fully operational while minimizing downtime. The position is performed at the work site during regularly scheduled hours and requires physical presence. It involves frequent travel to SWD locations within an assigned region; out-of-town travel is limited. Field environments may vary significantly. The role requires compliance with government regulations, OSHA requirements, company policies, and customer and NGL Water Solutions safety procedures. The job description notes that responsibilities and working conditions may change with business needs.

Requirements

Valid driver's license.
At least 3 years of driving experience.
Maintain a good driving record: no serious traffic violations in the past 5 years; no more than 1 motor vehicle accident in the past 3 years; no more than 2 non-serious motor vehicle violations in the past 3 years; and no combination of 1 accident and 2 non-serious violations in the past 3 years.
Demonstrated ability to meet and maintain company requirements for driving positions.
Knowledge of oilfield operations, including pipelines, pumps, and salt water disposal facilities.
Mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and ability to make minor repairs.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Critical thinking skills, including ability to compile, assess, and synthesize data.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and ability to learn software and technical tools quickly.
Efficiency and accuracy in data entry.
Organizational skills.
High initiative and ability to work independently.
Working knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements and compliance.
Ability to work overtime as necessary.
Ability to represent the company positively and work respectfully and cooperatively with employees and customers.
Commitment to working safely at all times.
Ability to travel to a variety of field locations within a geographic region.
Ability to frequently position, transport, or move up to 50 or more pounds.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including standing, walking over large areas and uneven terrain, remaining stationary for long periods, working in confined spaces and at heights, balancing while handling equipment or heavy objects, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing and pulling materials, communicating verbally and in writing, operating a motor vehicle, moving about an office, and performing repetitive motions.
Vision abilities including close and distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Four years of experience working in the oil and gas industry.
High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Work safely at all times and comply with applicable government, OSHA, company, and customer safety requirements and policies.
Accurately record time in the HR management system and submit it by payroll deadlines.
Communicate daily with the Manager by email and verbal reporting about system conditions, high-priority operational issues, and other pertinent information.
Assess and communicate needed replacement parts and equipment to help minimize downtime during emergency repairs or maintenance.
Promptly identify and escalate issues that may interrupt facility operations.
Generate daily reports for each facility, tracking incoming and outgoing volumes and oil sales.
Audit facilities, troubleshoot issues, and maintain safe, efficient, fully operational facilities.
Coordinate with the Operations team on injection-well maintenance.
Record well PSIs daily.
Clean or replace bag filters daily or as needed.
Make daily rounds at multiple facilities to check truck offloads and disposal equipment.
Coordinate and assist with field equipment repairs.
Report and lead cleanup and repair of leaks or spills.
Work to maximize oil recovery and subsequent sales.
Evaluate and log process conditions and components.
Troubleshoot equipment and recommend modifications to address changing volumes.
Report and discuss safety concerns immediately with management.
Maintain regular attendance at the worksite.
Perform other duties as assigned.