Saltwater Disposal Technician – Oilfield Water Ops

Western Midstream; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Midstream is seeking a Water Field Tech to ensure safe, efficient, and environmentally compliant operation of saltwater disposal facilities. Responsibilities include monitoring wells, operating pumps and pipelines, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

The role requires 1–3 years in oilfield operations or water handling, knowledge of injection wells, pumps, and basic mechanical systems, and a valid driver’s license. Schedule is 8/6 with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years experience in oilfield operations, SWD, or water handling.
• Knowledge of injection wells, pumps, and basic mechanical systems.
• Understanding of oil & gas safety practices and environmental regulations.
• Ability to read gauges, meters, and basic schematics.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor saltwater disposal wells, pumps, tanks, and associated equipment.
• Inject produced water in accordance with permit limits and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor pressures, flow rates, volumes, and temperatures to ensure safe operations.
• Conduct routine inspections of facilities, pipelines, valves, and meters.
• Identify and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and operational issues.
• Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on pumps, motors, and equipment.
• Maintain accurate daily logs, injection volumes, and pressure records.
• Collect water samples and assist with testing as required.
• Respond to alarms, spills, leaks, or operational upsets in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with production, trucking, and field operations personnel.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety (EHS) policies.
• Maintain housekeeping at SWD locations.

Skills

Read gauges/meters

Basic mechanical systems

Oil & gas safety practices

Environmental regulations knowledge

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Western Midstream is seeking a Water Field Tech to ensure safe, efficient, and environmentally compliant operation of saltwater disposal facilities. Responsibilities include monitoring wells, operating pumps and pipelines, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

The role requires 1–3 years in oilfield operations or water handling, knowledge of injection wells, pumps, and basic mechanical systems, and a valid driver’s license. Schedule is 8/6 with potential overtime.