Field Operator (SWD Technicians) II or III

Airswift; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Airswift is seeking an experienced SWD Technician for a 12‑month assignment in Midland, TX. The role involves monitoring saltwater disposal facilities, injection wells, pumps, and associated equipment, with hands-on involvement in inspections, maintenance coordination, and field operations to ensure safe, compliant produced water disposal.

Ideal candidates will have strong SWD operations, water management, SCADA, and field operations experience in an oilfield environment, plus a high school

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in SWD operations, water management, production operations, or a closely related field.
• Experience monitoring and operating SWD facilities, including injection wells, pumps, tanks, piping, and associated disposal equipment.
• Experience supporting routine inspections, facility operations, troubleshooting, and maintenance coordination in an oilfield environment.
• Experience working with produced water disposal systems and responding to abnormal operating conditions, alarms, and operational interruptions.

Responsibilities

• Monitor SWD facilities, injection systems, pumps, filtration equipment, and field performance.
• Support inspections, maintenance coordination, and operational troubleshooting to keep disposal activities safe and compliant.
• Work across site operations to ensure production water disposal meets regulatory and safety standards.

Skills

SWD operations

Water management

SCADA

Field operations

Communication

Time management

Reading diagrams

Permit-to-work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA systems

Maximo

SAP

Permit Vision

Vantage

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: SWD Technician Duration: 12 months (possibility for extension) Schedule: Nights 7/7 - 12 hrs Location: Midland, TX

This opportunity supports saltwater disposal operations in a safety-sensitive oil and gas environment, with responsibility for monitoring SWD facilities, injection systems, pumps, filtration equipment, and field performance.

The role offers hands‑on involvement across facility operations, inspections, maintenance coordination, and operational troubleshooting, while helping maintain safe, efficient, and compliant produced water disposal activities.

This position is well suited to candidates with strong SWD operations, water management, SCADA, and field operations experience.

Required Education:

High school diploma or GED

Required Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in SWD operations, water management, production operations, or a closely related field
• Experience monitoring and operating SWD facilities, including injection wells, pumps, tanks, piping, and associated disposal equipment
• Experience supporting routine inspections, facility operations, troubleshooting, and maintenance coordination in an oilfield environment
• Experience working with produced water disposal systems and responding to abnormal operating conditions, alarms, and operational interruptions

Required Skills:

• Working knowledge of SWD facilities, injection systems, pumps, valves, tanks, and pipeline operations
• Ability to monitor injection pressures, flow rates, tank levels, and well performance to maintain operational integrity
• Ability to read and interpret operating procedures, facility drawings, and basic process flow diagrams
• Understanding of oilfield safety practices, environmental regulations, and permit‑to‑work procedures
• Ability to collect, document, and communicate operating data, inspection findings, and maintenance requirements accurately
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and electronic reporting systems
• Strong communication, organisational, and time‑management skills
• Ability to work independently and prioritise multiple operational tasks

Required Certifications:

Valid driver's licence

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience operating SWD facilities and injection wells within the Permian Basin
• Familiarity with produced water gathering, treatment, and disposal operations
• Knowledge of injection well integrity monitoring, pressure management, and fluid handling systems
• Experience with SCADA, remote monitoring systems, and field automation equipment
• Experience using electronic work permit and maintenance management systems
• Familiarity with Permit Vision, Vantage, Maximo, SAP, or similar operational software
• Experience supporting facility shutdowns, maintenance activities, and equipment repairs
• Previous experience coordinating contractors and field service providers
• Familiarity with Railroad Commission requirements and environmental regulations related to SWD operations
• Experience with spill prevention, environmental stewardship, and regulatory reporting requirements
• Bilingual capability
• Oil and gas experience

About Airswift:

Airswift is an international workforce solutions provider within the energy, process and infrastructure industries. Airswift serves as a strategic partner to clients, offering a turnkey workforce solution to capture and deliver the top talent needed to complete successful projects by aligning with unique project needs. With over 1000 employees and 9,000 contractors operating in over 60 countries, Airswift's geographical reach and pool of talent available is unmatched in the industry.