MWD Field Operations Coordinator

Total Directional Services, LLC; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Total Directional LLC in Midland, Texas is seeking an experienced MWD Coordinator to supervise field readiness, coordinate personnel and equipment, and ensure safe, efficient operations across multiple projects. The role emphasizes hands-on field involvement and proactive problem solving.

You will lead field teams, manage schedules, review pre‑run files, interact with clients, and drive adherence to company procedures while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of MWD field experience with practical knowledge of MWD operations.
• Ability to lead and coach field personnel with clear direction.
• Strong communication to coordinate field teams, clients, and management.
• Proven problem solving and decision making in high‑pressure field environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Provide on‑call MWD coordination and operational support to ensure jobs are started, equipped, and executed with minimal downtime.
• Maintain regular communication with MWD Field Consultants to ensure procedures, client requirements, safety standards are understood and followed.
• Review MWD pre‑run files for accuracy, completeness, and compliance, identifying potential issues before they impact field operations.
• Coordinate MWD Field Consultant schedules and ensure appropriate personnel coverage for current and upcoming jobs.
• Monitor job readiness and proactively identify equipment, personnel, programming, or logistical needs that could affect mobilization or execution.
• Serve as a key point of contact between field personnel, operations management, shop personnel, and clients when required.
• Conduct regular field visits to evaluate Field Hand performance and readiness; spend up to 80% in the field.
• Provide first‑hand on‑site support during MWD failures, equipment issues, and other field incidents.
• Work with Field Hands to reinforce best practices and ensure consistent execution of company standards.
• Ensure Field Hands follow Total Directional protocols and procedures.
• Provide daily feedback to the MWD Operations Manager regarding performance and field conditions.
• Identify training or performance gaps and develop corrective or development plans.
• Work with required parties to confirm the accuracy of all EOW packages and client requirements.
• Assist in resolving technical or operational issues affecting gamma log data quality or delivery.
• Maintain strong communication between field operations and internal teams regarding client deliverables.
• Conduct field and shop training for new MWD Field Hands; support onboarding and required Bridge course training and HSI standards.
• Provide ongoing coaching and guidance to field personnel; promote accountability, safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Share field knowledge to strengthen team capability and consistency.

Skills

MWD field experience

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Adaptability

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Total Directional LLC in Midland, Texas is seeking an experienced MWD Coordinator to supervise field readiness, coordinate personnel and equipment, and ensure safe, efficient operations across multiple projects. The role emphasizes hands-on field involvement and proactive problem solving.

You will lead field teams, manage schedules, review pre‑run files, interact with clients, and drive adherence to company procedures while maintaining high safety and quality standards.