Water Operations Specialist

Overview:

Water Treatment & Transfer Operator who is cross-trained to perform both produced-water treatment operations and water transfer operations. This position involves operating, monitoring, maintaining, and troubleshooting water treatment and transfer equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations.

Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor produced-water treatment systems to maintain efficient and reliable operations.

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot centrifugal pumps and water transfer equipment.

• Perform water transfer rig-ups and rig-downs, including hoses, piping, pumps, and related equipment.

• Monitor water flow rates, pressures, tank levels, and transfer volumes.

• Conduct water-quality testing, monitor chemical dosing, and make adjustments as needed.

• Assist with troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and operational issues.

• Monitor Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), electrical equipment, and basic automation systems.

• Perform routine equipment inspections and identify potential maintenance or safety concerns.

• Recognize unsafe operating conditions and take appropriate corrective action.

• Maintain accurate daily operational reports, equipment readings, and water transfer records.

• Coordinate water treatment and transfer activities to support overall field operations.

• Follow all company safety procedures and environmental regulations.

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of hands-on experience in oilfield produced-water treatment and water transfer operations highly preferred.

• Experience independently operating produced-water treatment systems.

• Knowledge of chemical dosing calculations, treatment chemistry, and water-quality testing.

• Experience operating and troubleshooting centrifugal pumps.

• Familiarity with VFDs, electrical equipment, and automated control systems.

• Experience performing water transfer rig-ups and rig-downs.

• Ability to monitor and manage water volumes, pressures, and tank levels.

• Previous experience operating Evoqua Dissolved Air Flotation (DAF) systems is a strong plus.

• Understanding of how produced-water treatment and water transfer operations work together