Production Technician (Oil & Gas Operator)

Riverside Energy Michigan, LLC; Washington; On-site; USD 38,572 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Riverside Energy Michigan, LLC is looking for a full-time Production Technician based in Indiana, primarily focused on the oil and gas operations in Washington IN. Candidates must have at least 4 years of industry experience and a valid driver’s license. Responsibilities include maintaining production equipment and providing reliable production monitoring.

The role requires outdoor work year-round with flexible weekday hours. Competitive pay from $28 to $32 per hour, along with comprehensive benefits, including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in the oil and gas industry.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to independently perform fieldwork.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report on production data.
• Perform maintenance on production equipment.
• Drive to various field locations for work.

Skills

Oil and gas industry experience

Basic and advanced technical skills

Safety equipment usage

Driving skills

Job description

Description

Riverside Operating is currently hiring for a full-time Production Technician for our Indiana field location - our field of operations is centered in and around Washington IN.

Must have at least 4 years of oil and gas industry experience, and general knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to the oil and gas industry. Must have a current and valid driver’s license.

The Production Technician is responsible for monitoring and reporting on production and other pertinent information. This position provides maintenance on production equipment, oil wells, gas wells, gas gathering systems, and natural gas processing facilities. The position applies basic and some advanced skills to perform routine and complex operations using tools and equipment appropriate for the energy industry. The position requires the employee to apply understanding of the technical concepts, practices, and procedures learned in on-the-job training and safety meetings.

Pay rate: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour

Requirements

Principal Duties, Responsibilities, and/or Essential Functions of Jobs (note, this is not inclusive of all job duties)

As our Production Technician, you will perform field work independently. You'll be provided a company vehicle, as you will be driving to various field locations everyday. A reminder that this is outdoor work, year-round, regardless of the weather conditions. Frequent use of light hand tools and equipment associated with the operation of upstream oil and gas facilities required. Standard and specialty tools specific to work requirements will be provided by Riverside.

Weekday work hours (generally 7:30 am to 4:00 pm) with scheduled rotation of weekend work and evening/overnight on-call. Must be self‑motivated to consistently maintain facilities and flexible to perform discrete project goals safely and in a timely fashion. Safety equipment – this is a safety sensitive position, therefore proper PPE is required at all times.

• 401(k) and/or Roth participation (after 4 months of service and being 18 years of age or older)
• 401(k) matching – up to 3.5%
• Employee assistance program
• Medical insurance – 1 Co‑Pay plan and 1 HSA‑eligible plan on Cigna network (via Priority Health)
• Dental insurance - 2 plan options
• Vision insurance - 2 plan options
• Employer paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Employer paid Short Term Disability
• Voluntary additional Life insurance (term life and whole life)
• Voluntary additional AD&D
• Voluntary Long Term Disability insurance
• Paid time off includes Holiday, Sick, Vacation, Bereavement, Jury
• Voluntary Legal Shield and/or ID Shield

• Reports to: VP of Operations
• Work schedule: Scheduled 8‑hour shifts, Monday through Friday
• Number of days worked each week: varies
• Total hours worked each week including breaks: Varies; typically 40
  • On call for after hours and weekend availability is required
  • The Production Technician drives a company issued pick‑up truck and drives approximately 150 miles per day
• Time allowed for breaks and meals: No formal times established; unpaid meal time is taken when appropriate and safe to do so.
• Work Environment: Outdoors 90% (in all weather conditions)