Water Operations Specialist

Danos, LLC; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Danos, LLC is hiring a Water Treatment & Transfer Operator cross-trained for produced-water treatment and water transfer operations. You will operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain systems to ensure safe, efficient field operations.

Responsibilities include rig-ups/rig-downs, chemical dosing, data recording, and coordinating with broader field teams while adhering to all safety procedures.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands-on oilfield produced-water treatment and water transfer experience.
• Experience operating produced-water treatment systems independently.
• Knowledge of chemical dosing calculations and water-quality testing.
• Experience with centrifugal pumps and associated equipment.
• Familiarity with VFDs, electrical equipment, and automation controls.
• Experience performing water transfer rig-ups and rig-downs.
• Ability to monitor water volumes, pressures, and tank levels.
• Past exposure to Evoqua DAF systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor produced-water treatment systems for efficiency.
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot centrifugal pumps and transfer gear.
• Perform water transfer rig-ups/rig-downs including hoses, piping, pumps.
• Monitor flow rates, pressures, tank levels, and transfer volumes.
• Conduct water-quality testing and adjust chemical dosing.
• Assist with troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and operational issues.
• Monitor VFDs and basic automation equipment.
• Perform routine equipment inspections for safety/maintenance.
• Identify unsafe conditions and take corrective actions.
• Maintain daily operation logs and water transfer records.
• Coordinate water treatment/transfer activities across field ops.
• Follow company safety procedures and environmental regulations.

Skills

Produced-water treatment

Water transfer operations

Pumps operation

VFDs & control systems

Safety procedures

DAF systems familiarity

Water-quality testing

Job description

Overview

Water Treatment & Transfer Operator who is cross-trained to perform both produced-water treatment operations and water transfer operations. This position involves operating, monitoring, maintaining, and troubleshooting water treatment and transfer equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor produced-water treatment systems to maintain efficient and reliable operations.

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot centrifugal pumps and water transfer equipment.

• Perform water transfer rig-ups and rig-downs, including hoses, piping, pumps, and related equipment.

• Monitor water flow rates, pressures, tank levels, and transfer volumes.

• Conduct water-quality testing, monitor chemical dosing, and make adjustments as needed.

• Assist with troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and operational issues.

• Monitor Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), electrical equipment, and basic automation systems.

• Perform routine equipment inspections and identify potential maintenance or safety concerns.

• Recognize unsafe operating conditions and take appropriate corrective action.

• Maintain accurate daily operational reports, equipment readings, and water transfer records.

• Coordinate water treatment and transfer activities to support overall field operations.

• Follow all company safety procedures and environmental regulations.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of hands-on experience in oilfield produced-water treatment and water transfer operations highly preferred.

• Experience independently operating produced-water treatment systems.

• Knowledge of chemical dosing calculations, treatment chemistry, and water-quality testing.

• Experience operating and troubleshooting centrifugal pumps.

• Familiarity with VFDs, electrical equipment, and automated control systems.

• Experience performing water transfer rig-ups and rig-downs.

• Ability to monitor and manage water volumes, pressures, and tank levels.

• Previous experience operating Evoqua Dissolved Air Flotation (DAF) systems is a strong plus.

• Understanding of how produced-water treatment and water transfer operations work together