Technician

Brunel; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental service provider is seeking an experienced Emissions / VRU / Flare Technician to support field operations in Midland, Texas. This role involves monitoring, measuring, and documenting air emissions to ensure compliance with environmental standards. Key responsibilities include conducting emissions monitoring, performing LDAR repairs, and maintaining accurate documentation. A strong background in oil & gas fields and familiarity with EPA regulations is essential. This position requires extensive fieldwork and on-call availability.

Qualifications

• Prior oil & gas field experience required.
• Experience with LDAR programs and OGI camera inspections preferred.
• Familiarity with EPA Subpart OOOO regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine emissions monitoring at production facilities.
• Perform LDAR repairs as per regulatory requirements.
• Document findings accurately in company systems.

Skills

Emissions monitoring

LDAR repairs

Strong documentation skills

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Emissions / VRU / Flare Technician to support field operations across production facilities in the Permian Basin. This role is responsible for monitoring, measuring, documenting, and mitigating air emissions to ensure compliance with federal, state, and company environmental standards.

This is a field-intensive position requiring daily travel to tank batteries, compressor stations, and processing facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine emissions monitoring at tank batteries, compressor stations, and production facilities
• Perform LDAR repairs in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Inspect and monitor:
• Thief hatches
• Pressure relief valves
• Pneumatic controllers
• Vapor Recovery Units (VRUs)
• Flares and combustors
• Quantify emissions using portable analyzers and approved methodologies
• Document findings accurately in company data management systems
• Initiate work orders for equipment requiring repair and verify corrective actions
• Support regulatory reporting and maintain environmental compliance records
• Assist operations teams in identifying emission reduction opportunities
• Maintain calibration and proper function of monitoring and detection equipment

Regulatory & Compliance Requirements

• Ensure compliance with EPA Subpart OOOOa / OOOOb / OOOOc regulations
• Ensure compliance with Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) requirements
• Maintain accurate, audit-ready documentation
• Participate in internal and external environmental audits

Qualifications

• Prior oil & gas field experience required
• Experience with LDAR programs and OGI camera inspections preferred
• Familiarity with EPA Subpart OOOO regulations
• Mechanical aptitude and understanding of production equipment
• Strong documentation and reporting skills
• Ability to work independently in field environments

Physical Requirements

• Frequent walking on uneven terrain
• Climbing ladders and tank stairs
• Working in hot, cold, and windy field conditions
• Lifting equipment up to 40–50 lbs
• Daily driving on lease roads

Work Schedule

• On-call rotation required
• Extended hours and weekend support as needed