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, ensuring operations follow the plan developed by the Superintendent. This is a full-time shift-work position with alternating day and night tours on a 4-on, 4-off schedule. The role operates production-related equipment to support maximum sustainable production flow, collects and records operating data, and adjusts injection well flowrates to maintain production without excess injection. It also adds oxygen to injection wells as specified, prepares and collects samples for delivery to the laboratory, performs routine maintenance and small repairs, and assists the Wellfield Maintenance Tech with larger repairs and replacements. The Wellfield Tech I monitors bag filtration equipment, replaces bags as needed, and acidizes and washes bags when required to maintain an adequate supply. The position also participates in constructing wellfield expansion facilities and follows applicable safety requirements while maintaining a clean and 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.
- Have the ability and commitment to wear all required safety equipment.
- Be able to 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 and standard operating procedures.
Responsibilities
- Operate production-related equipment to achieve maximum sustainable production flowrate in a balanced manner.
- Collect relevant wellfield operating data and record it in the Wellfield Balance Sheet and Daily Shift Notes.
- Use the Wellfield Balance Sheet to adjust injection well flowrates and maintain maximum production well flowrate without excess injection.
- Add oxygen to injection wells in the amounts specified by the Wellfield Balance Sheet.
- Prepare numbered sample collection containers, collect wellfield samples, and deliver them to the laboratory.
- Perform timely 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 needed to prevent loss of injection flow due to plugging.
- Acidize and wash filtration bags as required to ensure an adequate supply of replacement bags.
- Participate in constructing wellfield expansion facilities.
- Follow Federal, State, and Company safety rules and regulations and maintain a clean, safe work area.
- Maintain honest and accurate records and adhere to Company policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures.
- Communicate with fellow employees using a portable radio or telephone and maintain cooperative working relationships.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
