OGI Field Technician

LE002 Onterris Payroll, LLC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Onterris is seeking an OGI Field Technician to perform hydrocarbon fugitive emission and leak detection at oil and gas facilities. You will travel to sites, calibrate equipment, and collect emission data under supervision to prepare field reports.

The role requires a 12-hour shift schedule, a valid driver’s license, and experience in the oil & gas sector. A related technical degree is preferred and travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in Oil and Gas industry, preference for natural gas processing/transmission facility experience.
• Proficient with Excel and Microsoft Office; comfortable using Android OS.
• Able to work 12-hour day shifts.
• Valid driver's license.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in engineering technology or related technical field; related hydrocarbon detection/LDAR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform hydrocarbon fugitive emission and leak detection at facilities in the oil and gas industry.
• Coordinate navigation to facilities using maps and GPS; assist with route planning.
• Calibrate and maintain field equipment; operate detection technologies under supervision.
• Collect and record emission data; prepare required field reports.
• Travel to multiple sites as required by project needs.

Skills

Oil & Gas experience

Excel proficiency

Android OS proficiency

Valid driver’s license

Willingness to travel

Education

Engineering technology degree or related technical degree

Tools

GPS devices

Field calibration 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 OGI Field Technician, you’ll be responsible for performing hydrocarbon fugitive emission and /or leak detection of facilities in the Oil and Gas Industry in field. As well as work with industry leading technologies used to detect and measure methane gas emissions.

The compensation range for this role is $50-60k/yr. Commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.

• 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
• Willingness to travel

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities.

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. For US residents, click here to learn more. At Onterris, we take on complex challenges with purpose and momentum, alongside teams that lead with integrity, deliver together, and invest in your growth.

Working with inspiring coworkers and clients across the globe over the past five years has been incredibly rewarding. Their passion motivates me to improve our client experience and work that I deliver.

“There are not many places where a toxicologist can be boots‑on‑the‑ground at an environmental emergency one day and deep in a human health risk assessment or litigation the next, but this company is one of them, and honestly, that breadth is what makes me love the work. We are a team of scientists with a broad range of talents and experiences who genuinely take the mission to heart, because protecting people and communities from chemical hazards is not abstract here; it is exactly why we show up every day. The culture reflects that shared commitment in the best way: collaborative, rigorous, and truly motivated by the impact we make together.” - Andre Richardson, Consulting

“I knew my position here would be more than just a job. Every day is a new, exciting challenge to solve, and I get to go home knowing that the work I am doing is having a positive impact on the world.” - J Esteves, R&D