Danos

End-to-end energy services, safely delivered

Production Lead 2 - Artificial Lift Technician

Equipment Field ServicePosted on Nov 10

Full-timeCarlsbad, NM, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
A minimum of 3 years of operations experience is required.
Proficiency in well surveillance software platforms such as XsPOC, PumpChecker, Ignition, Spotfire, and Wiserock is required.
A strong understanding of various artificial lift methods and their operational characteristics is required.
The candidate must be able to adjust to changing priorities and work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
The candidate must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose issues and identify solutions.
The candidate must work effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals.
The candidate must clearly and concisely convey information verbally and in writing to diverse audiences.
The candidate must focus on activities that contribute to maximizing asset value.
The candidate must seek and implement new approaches and strategies to improve performance.
The candidate must use data and experience to make informed and timely decisions.
The candidate must proactively identify opportunities for improvement and take action.
The candidate must understand broader business objectives and align activities accordingly.

Responsibilities

Conduct continuous surveillance of various artificial lift systems, proactively identifying and implementing corrective measures to enhance production and improve equipment reliability.
Ensure the accuracy and completeness of well downtime records, actively identifying opportunities to expedite returning wells to production.
Collaborate with production operations personnel, co-located engineering teams, and EM technology centers to identify, develop, and implement production optimization opportunities.
Monitor and manage workflows throughout the well lifecycle, including troubleshooting, well failure identification, well workover processes, and post-workover performance analysis.
Maintain clear and consistent communication with key stakeholders, providing regular updates on artificial lift activities, performance, and optimization efforts.

Desired Qualifications

Some downhole experience is preferred.

Overview

The Artificial Lift Technician, based in the Field, plays a critical role in proactively monitoring, troubleshooting and optimizing artificial lift systems. This position is responsible for conducting detailed surveillance, identifying and diagnosing well performance issues, and implementing optimization strategies to maximize asset value throughout the well lifecycle. The Artificial Lift Technician will collaborate closely with production operations, engineering teams, and EM technology centers to ensure operational excellence and drive production efficiency.

Responsibilities

Conduct continuous surveillance of various artificial lift systems, proactively identifying and implementing corrective measures to enhance production and improve equipment reliability.
Ensure the accuracy and completeness of well downtime records, actively identifying opportunities to expedite returning wells to production.
Collaborate effectively with production operations personnel, co-located engineering teams, and EM technology centers to identify, develop, and implement production optimization opportunities.
Monitor and manage workflows throughout the well lifecycle, including troubleshooting, well failure identification, well workover processes, and post-workover performance analysis.
Maintain clear and consistent communication with key stakeholders, providing regular updates on artificial lift activities, performance, and optimization efforts.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent is required.
A minimum of 3 years of operations experience. Prefer some downhole experience as well
Proven proficiency in well surveillance software platforms such as XsPOC, PumpChecker, Ignition, Spotfire and Wiserock.
Strong understanding of various artificial lift methods and their operational characteristics.
Able to adjust to changing priorities and work effectively in a dynamic & fast-paced environment.
Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose issues and identify solutions.
Works effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals.
Clearly and concisely conveys information both verbally and in writing to diverse audiences
Focuses on activities that contributes to maximizing value of the asset
Seeks and implements new approaches and strategies to improve performance.
Utilizes data and experience to make informed and timely decisions.
Proactively identifies opportunities for improvement and takes action.
Understands the broader business objectives and aligns activities accordingly.

About the Company

Danos

End-to-end energy services, safely delivered

Danos provides end-to-end integrated service solutions for the energy and industrial sectors, focusing on safely delivering projects on time and within budget. Its offerings cover a range of field services, maintenance, and project execution, coordinated to work together as a single package rather than in separate contracts. The company emphasizes strong safety performance, a values-based culture, and high levels of employee engagement and training to ensure consistent quality and reliability. What sets Danos apart is its commitment to safety and people—embedding training and a collaborative culture to earn customer trust and loyalty, rather than relying on a single product or service. The goal is to be a trusted industry partner that consistently delivers dependable results for clients by prioritizing safety, open communication, and meticulous execution.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Gray, LA
Founded: 1947

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