Senior Oil and Gas Field Technician

ZipRecruiter; Midland (KS); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the oil and gas sector is seeking a Senior Field Technician to lead field sampling operations. The role requires strong project coordination skills and safety awareness, along with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. The technician will work independently, manage a small team, and ensure compliance with sampling standards. Key benefits include comprehensive insurance, a 401(K) plan, and paid travel.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(K) Plan with Competitive Match

Continuing Education and Tuition Assistance

Employer-Sponsored Benefits

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Profit Sharing or Individual Bonus Programs

Per Diem & Paid Travel

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Oil and Gas field experience required.

Responsibilities

• Leads field projects with up to 3 technicians.
• Collect requested samples according to recognized methods and SOPs.
• Responsible for training new field technicians.

Skills

Safety Awareness

Field Sampling

Project Coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, or related field

Job description

Job Description

The Senior Field Technician’s primary responsibility is to accurately perform field sampling operations to completion. The Senior Field Technician will possess the knowledge and experience required to conduct all project functions independently with minimal supervision. This includes, but is not limited to, cleaning and repairing sample media, coordinating with field contacts, mobilizing to multiple sites daily, and collecting oil, gas, and water samples safely. The Senior Field Technician will report to the Oil & Gas Field Manager and will regularly engage with the manager for project support and assist laboratory analysts as needed. Travel up to 5 days a week is required.

Project Functions:

• Leads field projects (OG & RNG) with up to 3 technicians
• Able to safely navigate complexities of sampling high-pressure sources
• Identify, communicate, and mitigate safety concerns and hazards on location to technicians
• Coordinate with field contacts
• Map sampling sites
• Mobilize to sites at the scheduled times
• Collect requested samples according to recognized methods and SOPs
• Ensure accuracy on all Chain of Custody forms, tags, and sample logs

Administrative Functions:

• Responsible for training new field technicians on sampling methods and procedures
• Accurate recording of time for project billing purposes
• Maintain logs of sampling media cleaning and servicing

Other Laboratory Functions:

• Ensure proper cleanliness and operation of oil and gas trucks, tools, sampling media, and equipment
• Help maintain cleanliness of laboratory and office areas, especially the sample media room

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in science, engineering, or related field
• 2+ years of Oil and Gas field experience required

Key Benefits Include:

1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
2. Flexible Spending Accounts
3. 401(K) Plan with Competitive Match
4. Continuing Education and Tuition Assistance
5. Employer-Sponsored Benefits
6. Life Insurance
7. Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
8. Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, & Bonus Floating Holiday (if hired after July 1st)
9. Profit Sharing or Individual Bonus Programs
10. Referral Program
11. Per Diem & Paid Travel
12. Employee Discount Hub

Pay starts at $27.00/hr depending on experience.