Job Description
Position Summary
Under general supervision, assists professionals in the field with routine operations specialist duties per role specific knowledge. Responsible for oil and gas well operations, well testing, operating and maintaining field equipment and facilities. Provides operational assistance to personnel based on specialty. Some duties may include, but not limited to, calibration of equipment, routine troubleshooting, basic understanding of POC and Well Analyzer. Working independently or in a collaborative team to optimize production in a safe, cost effective and efficient manner. Based on data, be able to make recommendations for well optimization.
Essential Roles & Responsibilities
Responsible for surveillance of general field operations and maintenance of various databases regarding production operations
Basic ability to provide basic technical and mechanical assistance to production operations personnel
Prepare various tickets, work orders, records and other administrative reports to manage trends and to support recommendations
Collect field data, evaluate, and make recommendations for well optimization
Understanding of oil and gas flow operations and relative equipment
Ensure work assignments are carried out in highest level of quality and safety precautions
Assist and communicate with operators to schedule and review specialist duties
Implement quality assurance process with contractors on site
Prepare and manage work orders in a timely manner
Observe and report abnormal or dangerous conditions pertaining to surface production equipment
Conduct business with the highest ethical standards; demonstrate decision-making skills that ensure the safety of all persons associated with SM facilities
Other duties as assigned
Computer/Software Applications
Basic level of skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office. Basic knowledge of the following discipline specific programs as required by specific specialty: Reservoir: Aries, HIS; Drilling: Well View, AFE
Navigator; Completions: Well View; Facilities: Oceaneering ACET, eMaint CMMS; SCADA
Technical skills that allow easy adaptation to other related applications (AVM, SAP, Spotfire).
Role-Specific Technical Knowledge & Skills
Basic understanding of industry terminology and technical knowledge. The physical ability to immediately respond to emergency situations, open and close valves and carry tools/equipment necessary to complete job duties. Maintain eligible motor vehicle record and license. Ability to climb up to 30 feet in height. Install and/or remove equipment in accordance with applicable SWP, SOP, or technical procedures. Basic working knowledge of downhole equipment.
Surveillance Room (OS II)
• Assess the condition of production operations through remote surveillance of critical systems
• Support the troubleshooting of production equipment with insights from historical data and settings
• Prioritize critical alarms based on risk to production operations
• Recognize hazardous conditions at facilities via remote camera feed
• Maintain proper communications protocols with field and support staff
• Document findings in an organized manner and quantifies the value added by each observation
• Understand the importance of Standard Operating Practices as they relate to daily operations in the Surveillance Room
Typical Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent Required Associates or Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
Typical Experience
Minimum 2+ years of work experience required. Oil and gas industry experience a plus.