Water Maintenance Tech III

NES Fircroft; Texas; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft is seeking a field Operations Technician to support disposal and treated-water production goals by coordinating with production technicians, completion teams, and field leadership in Texas. The role emphasizes safe, reliable operations, LOTO compliance, and routine maintenance across SWD, pipelines, water ponds, and recycle facilities while tracking water volumes and uptime.

Your duties include monitoring wellheads, pumps, district equipment, performing leak checks, and coordinating

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 0–5 years of oil & gas industry experience preferred.
• College coursework or technical training is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Perform equipment and facility isolation using Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Issue Safe Work Permits as required.
• Perform preventative maintenance (PM) tasks.
• Report and respond to spills.
• Maintain clean and safe facilities.
• Participate in production, safety, and business meetings.
• Conduct routine HES audits.
• Maintain company vehicle and required inspection documentation.
• Respond to 24-hour callouts while on shift.

Skills

LOTO procedures

PM tasks

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

College coursework or technical training

Tools

E-Vin/LOWIS

Job description

Position Summary: The primary responsibility of this role is to meet disposal and treated-water production goals by coordinating with production technicians, completion teams, and field leadership. The operator will help manage pipeline and SWD capacity, water treatment systems, and field water volumes to support demanding frac schedules while maintaining safe and reliable operations.

Key Responsibilities Safety & General Operations

• Perform equipment and facility isolation using Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures
• Issue Safe Work Permits as required
• Perform preventative maintenance (PM) tasks
• Report and respond to spills
• Maintain clean and safe facilities
• Participate in production, safety, and business meetings
• Conduct routine HES audits
• Maintain company vehicle and complete required inspection documentation
• Respond to 24-hour callouts while on shift

SWD Operations

• Perform routine visual inspections of SWD facilities
• Monitor wellhead pressure and applicable operating limits
• Inspect piping and repair minor leaks
• Troubleshoot tubing, casing, packer, and injection-related issues
• Assist with state MIT testing
• Coordinate major repair work when needed
• Monitor pumps, motors, and other equipment

Pipeline Operations

• Monitor field line pressures
• Record daily meter readings
• Monitor chemical pumps and injection equipment
• Troubleshoot line-pressure issues
• Repair minor leaks and assist with spill containment/cleanup
• Coordinate pipeline markings, pig runs, and valve change-outs
• Monitor and maintain pipeline automation
• Coordinate with third parties to support capacity and reliability

Water Ponds & Transfer Systems

• Perform routine pond inspections
• Maintain and report water-volume totals
• Monitor water transfer headers and automation
• Perform weekly leak-detection testing
• Respond to and contain minor spills

Recycle Facilities & Equipment

• Inspect vessels, pressures, switches, and valves
• Check pumps, seals, and oil levels
• Perform minor equipment repairs
• Maintain meters, sight glasses, filter screens, and chemical pumps
• Inspect air compressors and backup systems
• Troubleshoot alarms and automation issues
• Manage skim water and skim oil tanks
• Monitor equipment condition and identify opportunities to improve operations

Reporting & Systems

• Maintain daily and monthly water totals
• Enter production and facility data into E-Vin/LOWIS
• Monitor automation systems for safe and efficient operation
• Track and report downtime accurately
• Monitor water quality

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required
• College coursework or technical training preferred

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• 0–5 years of oil & gas industry experience
• Water systems, SWD, production, or field operations experience preferred
• Training may be provided for qualified candidates with a strong operational background

Skills & Competencies

• Strong initiative and self-starter mentality
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple responsibilities
• Understanding of safe and environmentally responsible work practices
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Mechanical troubleshooting aptitude
• Familiarity with SWDs, pumps, pipelines, automation systems, water treatment, and production equipment preferred

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining andManufacturingsectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.