Wellfield Tech I
About The Position
The Wellfield Tech I is primarily responsible for the sustained operation of the mine’s production and restoration wellfields in accordance with the operating plan developed by the Superintendent. This is a full-time shift-work position on alternating 4-on/4-off cycles, with day and night tours. The role involves operating production-related equipment to achieve maximum sustainable production flowrate, collecting and recording wellfield operating data, adjusting injection well flowrates, and ensuring oxygen is added to injection wells in the specified amounts. The Wellfield Tech I also prepares sample containers, collects and delivers samples to the laboratory, performs routine maintenance and small repairs, assists with larger repairs, monitors and maintains bag filtration equipment, and participates in wellfield expansion construction. The position requires following applicable safety rules and procedures and maintaining a clean, safe work area.
Requirements
- Understand the operation and controls for all wellfield equipment.
- Be able to read and write in English to perform essential job functions.
- Maintain honest and accurate records.
- Understand and comply with all safety rules, regulations, and guidelines.
- Be able to solve simple math problems manually or with a calculator.
- Possess a valid driver’s license in the state of employment.
- Be able to carry 50 pounds up or down flights of stairs.
- Be willing to work overtime when required and approved by the Superintendent.
- Have the ability and willingness to work alternating day and night shifts.
- Be able and committed to wearing all required safety equipment.
- Communicate with fellow employees using a portable radio or telephone.
- Grip and use hand and small power tools for extended periods.
- Maintain a friendly and cooperative working relationship with fellow employees and supervisors and be a team player.
- Adhere to Company policies and procedures.
- Adhere to standard operating procedures.
Responsibilities
- Operate production-related equipment to achieve the maximum sustainable production flowrate in a balanced manner.
- Collect and record relevant wellfield operating data in the Wellfield Balance Sheet and Daily Shift Notes.
- Use the Wellfield Balance Sheet to adjust injection well flowrates to maintain maximum production well flowrate without excess injection.
- Ensure oxygen is added to injection wells in the amounts specified by the Wellfield Balance Sheet.
- Prepare numbered sample collection containers, and collect and deliver wellfield samples to the laboratory.
- Perform routine wellfield maintenance, including meter repair, leak repair, pressure gauge replacement, and other small repairs.
- Assist the Wellfield Maintenance Tech with larger repair and replacement activities.
- Monitor wellfield bag filtration equipment and change bags as necessary to prevent loss of injection flow due to bag plugging.
- Acidize and wash filtration bags as required to ensure an adequate supply of replacement bags.
- Participate in construction of wellfield expansion facilities.
- Follow Federal, State, and Company safety rules and regulations, and maintain a clean work area to ensure a safe working environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
