Operator I - Water Management

Job Summary

The Water Management Operator reports directly to the Water Management Foreman and is responsible for performing basic pumping skills at area saltwater disposals and recycling facilities. The Water Management Operator handles overall daily operations and maintenance for an assigned group of saltwater disposals, monitors daily production, equipment, and performance.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as tank batteries, positive displacement and centrifugal pumps, chemical pumps, water filters, and water coolers.

• Verify proper settings for all valves and equipment.

• Respond to actionable callout alarms.

• Track and review pipeline WGS variances daily.

• Perform and coordinate maintenance on water treatment and disposal equipment.

• Measure and record production data accurately and in a timely manner each day.

• Track and report oil production from water recycling facility tank batteries.

• Inspect leases and maintain lease equipment.

• Identify well performance issues and communicate findings to the Foreman.

• Maintain fluid levels and pressure on vessels as required.

• Conduct maintenance and inspections on equipment as needed.

• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Competencies

• Proven team player.

• Ensures accountability- Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.

• Instills trust- Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.

• Collaborates- Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

• Demonstrates self-awareness- Using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses.

• Drives results- Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.

• Valid driver's license with an acceptable MVR

• Ability to pass a respiratory fit test, if applicable to route/location

• Basic computer skills.

• Ability to work nights and weekends.

• An acceptable pre-employment background and drug test.

Preferred Qualifications

• Housing within 50 miles of the assigned area of operation.

• Prior Experience in the oilfield.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to stoop, stand, walk, pull, carry instruments, and climb stairs and ladders for an extended period of time.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs.

• Ability to work overhead for extended periods of time.

• Ability to perform fine manipulations with hands and fingers.

• Capable of driving distances of 150 miles or more per day during all types of weather conditions.

• Ability to one arm carry up to 25lbs. without assistance.

• Regular bending, crouching, pulling, and kneeling to check equipment and gauges.

• Must be able to exert up to 50lbs. of force occasionally and up to 20lbs. frequently to move or manipulate objects.

• Ability to work significant amounts of time as required in completing job responsibilities.

• Working environment includes exposure to extremely loud noises in the field, hazardous chemicals, and hydrocarbons that may be under extreme pressure for which appropriate safety measures are required.

Continental Resources, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities and access for all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.