Measurement Technician

Socket.dev; Pecos (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinetik, located in the Permian Basin, seeks a Measurement Technician to install, operate, and maintain measurement equipment ensuring data accuracy and reliability. The role involves field work, calibrations, sample collection, and adherence to company policy and industry standards.

The position requires a high school diploma, a valid driver license, and experience with EFMs and gas/liquid measurement. Willingness to work after hours and on-call rotation is needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver license with a safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Install, operate and maintain measurement equipment safely and in accordance with policy and standards.
• Operate a company-owned vehicle in a safe and responsible manner.
• Perform and witness testing and calibration of meters (owned and 3rd party).
• Install, configure, troubleshoot and calibrate electronic flow meters and related equipment.
• Collect gas and liquid samples per policy and industry standards.
• Maintain records of daily activities and regulatory documentation related to measurement systems.
• Perform duties in a safe, professional manner with integrity and compliance.

Skills

EFMs knowledge

Metering equipment

Microsoft Office

Communication & planning

Education

High school diploma

Tools

TESTit software

Ultrasonic meters

Coriolis meters

Gas Chromatographs

Job description

Posted Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Kinetik is strategically located in the heart of the Delaware Basin in the Permian, one of the fastest growing areas for oil and gas development in the world. We provide the gathering, compression, processing, transportation and water management services required to bring natural gas, natural gas liquids and crude oil to market and are dedicated to providing the best service and netback for our customers. We are driven to be best-in-class and committed to growing our existing assets in the Permian Basin through both greenfield and acquisition opportunities.

Kinetik employees have decades of experience in West Texas and provide all the important services our customers need to deliver gas and crude oil production to market, which include gathering, transportation, compression, processing and produced water management.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, available after hours as needed and for On Call rotation

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Measurement Technician will install, operate and maintain, all measurement equipment safely and in accordance with Company Policy and applicable Industry Standards, to ensure accuracy and reliability of measurement data.

• Operate a Company-owned vehicle in a safe and responsible manner.


• Responsible for proper operation and maintenance of measurement facilities in accordance with industry standards and Kinetik procedures/policies.


• Perform / Witness testing and calibration of owned and 3rd party meters.


• Install, configure, troubleshoot, operate, maintain, inspect, test, and calibrate electronic flow meters, associated measurement and communications equipment (gas and liquid), control and relief valves.


• Collect gas and liquid samples in accordance with policy and Industry Standards.


• Maintain measurement and typical pipeline equipment.


• Maintain accurate records of daily activities, including critical safety and regulatory documentation as it pertains to measurement systems.


• Perform any and all assigned duties in a safe, professional manner with the utmost integrity and in accordance with all applicable laws and Company policy.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.


• Possess and maintain a valid driver license to include a safe driving record satisfactory to the company.


• Must be familiar with orifice meters and electronic flow meters with some gas analysis experience.
  
  
  • Some experience with ultrasonic and Coriolis meters preferred.
  
  
  • Experience with Gas/Liquid Chromatographs preferred.
  
  


• Competent knowledge of various types of EFMs and test equipment.


• Experience with testing and sampling input software preferred (such as TESTit).


• Good communicator, work planner with excellent work ethics and good background in computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.


• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.


• Ability to work effectively in all working conditions noted above.


• Must be able to work outdoors in extreme weather and perform heavy lifting up to 62 pounds in a safe manner.


• Available for overtime and call-outs as needed based on business necessity.


• Outdoor work required with exposure to elements.


• Driving, walking, standing frequently

Kinetik is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law.