Salt Water Disposal Operator

Danos; Pecos (TX); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Danos in Pecos, TX is seeking a Saltwater Disposal (SWD) Operator to safely operate and monitor disposal facilities, pumps, tanks, and piping. You will maintain logs, monitor pressures, troubleshoot pumps, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental procedures.

The role requires field work, on-call rotation including nights and weekends, and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather. Valid driver’s license and hands-on PD pump experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Salt water disposal experience required.
• Hands-on experience with PD pumps highly preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience working with pumps, tanks, valves, piping, and pressure systems.
• Ability to work independently and make safe operational decisions in the field.
• Must be willing to participate in an on-call rotation, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor SWD facilities, pumps, tanks, piping, valves, and related equipment.
• Monitor pressures, fluid levels, flow rates, and overall facility performance.
• Troubleshoot PD pumps and field equipment.
• Perform routine inspections and coordinate repairs when needed.
• Maintain accurate logs and inspection records.
• Follow safety and environmental procedures.

Skills

PD pumps

Mechanical aptitude

Field operations

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Job description

Overview

The SWD (Saltwater Disposal) Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation, monitoring, and maintenance of saltwater disposal facilities and associated equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor SWD facilities, pumps, tanks, piping, valves, and related equipment.
• Monitor pressures, fluid levels, flow rates, and overall facility performance.
• Operate, inspect, and troubleshoot positive displacement (PD) pumps.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and identify mechanical or operational issues.
• Troubleshoot pump failures, leaks, pressure issues, and other facility problems.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance and coordinate repairs when needed.
• Monitor tank levels and ensure fluids are safely transferred and disposed of.
• Maintain accurate operating logs, readings, and inspection records.
• Follow all company safety and environmental procedures.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Respond to after-hours callouts, alarms, equipment failures, and operational issues as required.
• Work independently in the field and communicate issues to supervision in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• Previous Salt Water Disposal experience required
• Hands-on experience with positive displacement (PD) pumps highly preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience working with pumps, tanks, valves, piping, and pressure systems.
• Ability to work independently and make safe operational decisions in the field.
• Must be willing and able to participate in an on-call rotation and respond to callouts, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform the physical requirements of the position.
• Strong commitment to safety and environmental compliance.
• Must meet conditional job offer requirements.