Control Room Operator

Overview

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Opportunity Snapshot:

• Compensation: $47-55.00/hour DOE
• Location: Spring, TX
• Assignment Duration: 12 months +
• Work Schedule: 14 days on / 14 days off rotation
• Benefits: Comprehensive with 401K, holidays and PTO
• Multiple positions of available - minimum 3 years experience required

Responsibilities

The Artificial Lift Technician, based in the Upstream Remote Operations Center, plays a critical role in proactively monitoring and optimizing artificial lift systems across Client''s field assets. 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.

• Conduct continuous surveillance of various artificial lift systems, proactively identifying and implementing corrective measures to enhance production and improve equipment reliability.
• Detect operational anomalies by diligently monitoring key surveillance parameters specific to each artificial lift type (e.g., ESP, Rod Pump, Gas Lift).
• Thoroughly troubleshoot well performance issues, providing accurate and timely diagnosis of well failures to facilitate efficient resolution.
• 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 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

• Minimum of 6 years of experience as an artificial lift technician, specialist, or engineer is required.  Prior experience in performing Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) and artificial lift system design

• Proven proficiency in well surveillance software platforms such as XsPOC, PumpChecker, Ignition, and Spotfire

• Strong understanding of various artificial lift methods and their operational characteristics

• Ability to interpret well data and identify trends and anomalies

• 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

• High school diploma or equivalent is required

The Bergaila Way:

The Bergaila Companies is a nationally recognized leader in providing staffing services to all sectors of the energy industry. We continually focus on partnering with talented professionals, engineering the perfect fit between our clients and employees. Choosing a career path with Bergaila grants you immediate access to nationally recognized organizations we partner with. Bergaila consistently attracts and retains its Employees with our dedicated internal service team, top tier benefits programs for contractors and their families, and commitment to place you in the desired career of your choice.

Client Overview:

Our Client is an American energy company operating principally in the U.S. and Canada, that specializes in the drilling and production of unconventional oil and natural gas assets.  Our client has a reputation for efficient resource development, environmental stewardship and community involvement, with a drive to meet the growing challenges of the domestic natural gas industry.