What are the responsibilities and job description for the Measurement Technician (Range I-III) - Kenedy, TX position at WaterBridge Resources?
Summary of Position:
This position will report to the area Measurement Supervisor and support WaterBridge’s Eagle Ford Operations. This individual must be able to install, maintain, and repair measurement, instrumentation, and electrical equipment as well as recommend, develop, and support the implementation of new processes, and must be willing to learn the latest technological advances in instrumentation and measurement devices.
Position level will be determined based on experience.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
The following represents most of the position's duties but is not meant to be all-inclusive or prevent other duties from being assigned when necessary. Employees are expected to comply with all regulatory, environmental, and safety rules and standards, as well as corporate policies.
As a Measurement Technician, you will be responsible for:
- Installing, repairing, and maintaining electronic flow computers, temperature transmitters, radios, solar equipment, and pressure transmitters with guidance.
- Installing, repairing, and maintaining various types of liquid meters, including Magnetic, Ultrasonic, and Turbine meters, with guidance.
- Maintaining a routine meter verification/calibrations schedule to ensure measurement accuracy is maintained per company policy.
- Witnessing meter performance verifications as performed by third-party customers and contractors, as needed.
- Detecting measurement error, provide documentation to production accounting to correct volumes as needed, and provide supporting documentation for corrections.
- Performing pre-commissioning activities including system checkout, instrumentation calibration, loop checks, and communication testing.
- Installing, repairing, and maintaining cellular modems, serial radios, gateways, and Ethernet radios with guidance.
- Using various tools and software to perform analysis and determine why equipment is not communicating correctly.
- Coordinating/performing maintenance duties required to maintain operations and regulatory compliance.
- Reading and understanding maintenance/operations manuals for equipment specifications, parts, and procedures to make proper and timely repairs.
- Maintaining effective communications, providing ideas, raising concerns, and working with other functions, including facility operations and supervision, engineering, supply chain, other I&E employees, clerical staff, and contractors.
- Assisting the team in the daily economic optimization of operations.
- Coordinating operations with other Delaware Basin personnel as required.
- Ensuring that accurate, timely data is entered and recorded within computer-based preventative and predictive maintenance programs, drawings, procedures, and schematics.
- Staying abreast of changing technology through training opportunities, contact with suppliers/representatives of equipment manufacturers, and networking with others in the field.
- Maintaining good housekeeping practice.
- Understanding and adhering to all Safety and Environmental rules and regulations.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Have a high school diploma or GED.
- Have a valid driver’s license.
- 3 years of measurement experience or 2 years of measurement experience with a college or technical trade school degree, training on applicable measurement equipment, preferred.
- Working knowledge of midstream operations, liquid measurement, and meters, as well as 4-20mA signals, Modbus, and other communication mediums is strongly preferred.
- Having experience in the use of computers and a basic knowledge of Word and Excel is required.
- Have knowledge of electrical and electronic principles and associated safety requirements.
- Must be able to demonstrate advanced organizational skills.
- Be able to assist in the procurement process.
- Be able to apply common-sense understanding to daily tasks/issues.
- Have forthright communication with field leadership; job progress, issues & resolutions, required manpower & equipment, etc.
- Must be able to work independently and be self-motivated.
- Must be able to relate to other people and maintain good relationships with coworkers and peers.
- Must be able to respond appropriately to constructive criticism.
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Live in Kenedy, Pearsall, and/or Tilden, TX, or within a 50-mile radius of Kenedy, Pearsall, or Tilden, TX required.
- Company-paid housing will be provided during your working shift.
Working Conditions/Environment:
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Operates in a field environment.
- May be subject to environments that are extreme in nature, such as heat, cold, etc.
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The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to:
- Standing, walking, or sitting for prolonged periods.
- Walking on uneven and vegetated terrain.
- Use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds and must be able to carry a self-contained breathing apparatus if needed. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Position Type:
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This is a full-time position.
- 5/2, Monday – Friday
- 10/4 schedule. Schedule begins on Tuesday.
- 10-hour shifts
- Must be available for call outs, emergencies, or shutdowns (day or night)
Position Location:
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South Texas (Eagle Ford Shale)
- Kenedy, TX
Benefits:
At WaterBridge, our employee benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:
- If eligible, company-paid housing will be provided during working shifts
- Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Drug Coverage
- Voluntary Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, & Child(ren)
- Employee Basic Life and AD&D Insurance – Company Paid
- Short Term & Long Term Disability – Company Paid
- 401(k) or Roth 401(k) Retirement Plan, plus a company match
- And many other benefits not listed here
About Us
The WaterBridge group of companies is a fast-paced and growing organization. Our business lines include produced water handling and recycling, land management and environmental solutions. Our employees provide essential services to unlock sustainable American energy production every day, and we are continually seeking dedicated individuals who thrive on both creativity and challenge to be a part of our team. We pride ourselves for our strong commitment to our employees and for creating a workplace where employees feel genuinely valued and connected. Join our entrepreneurial and innovative team today!
WHO WE ARE
At WaterBridge, we believe that our people make the difference! We are committed to provide our employees with personal development and growth opportunities. We've been leading the emergence and evolution of the midstream water sector since 2015, backed by our strong core values and operational excellence. WaterBridge owns and operates permanent, integrated water infrastructure networks to address the long term produces water management requirements of E&P companies.
Our Mission:
To make WaterBridge the standard bearer for the water midstream industry.
Core Values:
SAFETY
- Safety is important. We demand a personal commitment at all levels within the organization. Everyone has the right and responsibility to speak up and stop any unsafe work being performed.
TEAMWORK COLLABORATION
- We work with humility and courage to be a team player. We define success by contribution and not competition. We consider the impact we have on others before we act.
INTEGRITY TRUST
- We honor our commitments. We demonstrate a propensity to trust and act in the very best interest of all. We do not tolerate dishonesty or intimidation.
AUTHENTIC COMMUNICATION
- We are honest and respectful. We genuinely listen to each other and encourage healthy debate. We do not spin the truth, have hidden agendas, or hide information.
ACCOUNTABILITY FOR RESULTS
- We hold ourselves accountable and take responsibility for results, regardless of outcome. We learn from our mistakes, encourage feedback, and increase our capabilities. We do not overpromise or underdeliver.
ENTREPRENEURIAL INNOVATION
- Everyone is a leader: we “think big” in everything we do and encourage new ideas. We strive for continuous improvement and encourage responsible risk taking. We do not play it safe due to complacency.
WaterBridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
