TETRA Technologies
PTS Operator
TETRA Technologies, Odessa, Texas, United States, 79767
Summary:
TETRA Technologies, Inc. is a global organization whose foundation and strength comes from the drive and dedication of our team members. Our culture is that of inclusion and an unwavering belief that both our past and future success are due to the diversity of our employees and their competitive spirit.
Founded in 1981, TETRA Technologies, Inc. ( NYSE: TTI ) is a geographically diversified industrial and oil and gas products and services company, focused on completion fluids, calcium chloride, water management solutions, frac flowback and production well testing services.
TETRA is evolving its business model by expanding into the low carbon energy markets with its chemistry expertise, key mineral acreage, and global infrastructure. Low carbon energy initiatives include commercialization of TETRA PureFlow, an ultra-pure zinc bromide clear brine fluid for stationary batteries and energy storage; advancing an innovative carbon capture utilization and storage technology with CarbonFree to capture CO2 and mineralize emissions to make commercial, carbon-negative chemicals; and development of TETRA's lithium and bromine mineral acreage to meet the growing demand for oil and gas products and energy storage.
Essential Duties:
The assistance of equipment rig up and rig down on each well under the guidance of the Senior Operator / Supervisor
To prepare and operate the well testing equipment including shutdown systems, switchgear, generators & compressors, manifolds, sand separators, test separators, etc.
Ensure that all procedures are followed in accordance with the safety precautions and practices required and that equipment is operated within its limitations
To ensure that the servicing and preventative maintenance is carried out and that equipment is ready and available for use as required
To ensure that all power systems (motors), lighting systems and cables are used correctly and maintained in a safe working condition
To ensure that visual operating checks are carried out, as well as the correct operating procedures performed on all equipment and systems, as per industry standard recommendations, including safe compliance
Discuss all repair / maintenance actions with Supervisor for their reporting duties and system utilization records
Stand in for Senior Operator, when needed
Promote safety awareness and environmental consciousness while complying with all applicable safety and environmental procedures and regulations
Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) regulations and guidelines
Promotes and takes an active part in the Quality Improvement Process
Requirements:
EDUCATION : High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
EXPERIENCE : 2-3 years' experience as a well testing trainee preferred
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS : Completion of Intermediate Well Testing training school
TRAVEL : Varies depending on job site
OTHER:
Bilingual preferred, ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
Physical Duties:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, see, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk and to use their hands to use, handle and control equipment. The employee is occasionally required to reach, climb, and balance.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25-50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with appropriate assistance.
Work Environment:
The requirements are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
While performing the duties of any field-based position, an employee may be exposed to various outside weather conditions including but not limited to rain, humidity, snow, and/or heat during daytime hours and/or nighttime hours. The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate to loud for extended periods of time.
TETRA Technologies, Inc. is a global organization whose foundation and strength comes from the drive and dedication of our team members. Our culture is that of inclusion and an unwavering belief that both our past and future success are due to the diversity of our employees and their competitive spirit.
Founded in 1981, TETRA Technologies, Inc. ( NYSE: TTI ) is a geographically diversified industrial and oil and gas products and services company, focused on completion fluids, calcium chloride, water management solutions, frac flowback and production well testing services.
TETRA is evolving its business model by expanding into the low carbon energy markets with its chemistry expertise, key mineral acreage, and global infrastructure. Low carbon energy initiatives include commercialization of TETRA PureFlow, an ultra-pure zinc bromide clear brine fluid for stationary batteries and energy storage; advancing an innovative carbon capture utilization and storage technology with CarbonFree to capture CO2 and mineralize emissions to make commercial, carbon-negative chemicals; and development of TETRA's lithium and bromine mineral acreage to meet the growing demand for oil and gas products and energy storage.
Essential Duties:
The assistance of equipment rig up and rig down on each well under the guidance of the Senior Operator / Supervisor
To prepare and operate the well testing equipment including shutdown systems, switchgear, generators & compressors, manifolds, sand separators, test separators, etc.
Ensure that all procedures are followed in accordance with the safety precautions and practices required and that equipment is operated within its limitations
To ensure that the servicing and preventative maintenance is carried out and that equipment is ready and available for use as required
To ensure that all power systems (motors), lighting systems and cables are used correctly and maintained in a safe working condition
To ensure that visual operating checks are carried out, as well as the correct operating procedures performed on all equipment and systems, as per industry standard recommendations, including safe compliance
Discuss all repair / maintenance actions with Supervisor for their reporting duties and system utilization records
Stand in for Senior Operator, when needed
Promote safety awareness and environmental consciousness while complying with all applicable safety and environmental procedures and regulations
Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) regulations and guidelines
Promotes and takes an active part in the Quality Improvement Process
Requirements:
EDUCATION : High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
EXPERIENCE : 2-3 years' experience as a well testing trainee preferred
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS : Completion of Intermediate Well Testing training school
TRAVEL : Varies depending on job site
OTHER:
Bilingual preferred, ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
Physical Duties:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, see, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk and to use their hands to use, handle and control equipment. The employee is occasionally required to reach, climb, and balance.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25-50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with appropriate assistance.
Work Environment:
The requirements are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
While performing the duties of any field-based position, an employee may be exposed to various outside weather conditions including but not limited to rain, humidity, snow, and/or heat during daytime hours and/or nighttime hours. The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate to loud for extended periods of time.