LDAR Field Technician — Emission Detection & Field Ops

Onterris; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Onterris is seeking an LDAR Field Technician to perform inspections at Oil and Gas facilities, identifying and quantifying hydrocarbon leaks and vents in line with our environmental goals.

The role requires 12-hour day shifts, a valid driver's license, and experience with LDAR or related instrumentation. Applicants with an engineering technology background or related technical degree are preferred; strong computer and data recording skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in Oil and Gas industry (preference given to candidates with natural gas processing/transmission facility experience)
• Effective computer skills (Excel and Microsoft Office) 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

Responsibilities

• Coordinating and navigating to various facilities with maps and GPS
• Calibrating and maintaining LDAR equipment
• Using detection and measurement technologies under supervision of the Team Lead
• Collecting and recording emission data
• Preparing field reports as required

Skills

Oil & Gas experience

Excel

Android OS proficiency

Valid driver’s license

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s in engineering technology or related technical degree

Tools

LDAR instrumentation

Job description

Onterris is seeking an LDAR Field Technician to perform inspections at Oil and Gas facilities, identifying and quantifying hydrocarbon leaks and vents in line with our environmental goals.

The role requires 12-hour day shifts, a valid driver's license, and experience with LDAR or related instrumentation. Applicants with an engineering technology background or related technical degree are preferred; strong computer and data recording skills are essential.