LDAR Field Technician

Onterris Payroll, LLC; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Onterris is seeking a Field Technician to perform LDAR inspections at various oil and gas facilities in the Bakersfield area. Responsibilities include navigating to sites, calibrating equipment, and collecting emission data while using detection technologies under supervision.

The role requires honesty, reliability, and the ability to work 12-hour shifts in outdoor environments. A valid driver's license is essential, and a technical degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in Oil and Gas industry (preference for natural gas processing/transmission facility).
• Excel and Microsoft Office proficiency; Android OS familiarity.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts (days only).
• Valid driver's license required.
• Preference for an associate or bachelor’s degree in engineering technology or related technical field; related LDAR/instrumentation/background is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and navigate to facilities using maps and GPS.
• Calibrate and maintain equipment.
• Operate detection and measurement technologies under supervision.
• Collect and record emission data.
• Prepare field reports as required.

Skills

Oil & Gas experience

Android OS

Microsoft Excel

MS Office

Driver's license

12-hour shifts

Education

Associate or Bachelor's in engineering technology or related

Tools

GPS devices

Field measurement equipment

Job description

About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact. \"For Planet and Progress\" is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive. When you join us, you're not just forging a career, you're joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact. Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life

As an LDAR Field Technician, you'll be responsible for performing inspections on various types of facilities in the Oil and Gas Industry to identify and quantify hydrocarbon gas leaks and vents.

The compensation range for this role is $20-22/hr. Commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.

To thrive in this role, you'll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:

• Assisting in coordinating and navigating to various facilities with maps and GPS


• Helping to calibrate and maintain equipment


• Using various detection and measurement technologies under the supervision of the Team Lead


• Collecting and recording emission data


• Preparing field reports as required

Your Expertise and Skills

These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.

• Experience in Oil and Gas industry (preference given to candidates with natural gas processing/transmission facility experience)


• Effective computer skills (Excel and Microsoft Office are essential) and proficiency with Android OS


• Ability to work 12-hour shifts (days only)


• Valid driver's license


• Preference will be given to candidates with an associate or bachelor's degree in engineering technology or applicable technical degree/diploma; related work experience in hydrocarbon detection and measurement, LDAR, instrumentation or stack emission testing or a mechanical background are also preferred, but not required

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk and/or stand while handling/carrying various technical equipment for extended periods of time


• Comfortable occasionally working at heights in a safe manner


• Ability to lift 50lbs unassisted


• Comfortable working outside in all-weather elements


• Ability to climb ladders and stairs


• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check

INDMEGOnterris

Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients' resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants.