Production Technician III

Location: Nordheim, TX Schedule: 8/6 Rotational Type: W2 Contract (12 months, potential extension) Benefits: Dental, Health, Vision & 401(k) Other: Candidate must use their own truck (4-Wheel Drive Truck) * This position does not offer relocation assistance Role Overview The primary responsibility of this role is to safely and efficiently operate and optimize wells and pads along an assigned route. You will ensure all key production and operational metrics are met while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive performance and reliability. Key Responsibilities Production Monitoring & Optimization Identify production variance using tools such as: Production Viewer PI Cygnet Ensure all wells meet or exceed Clean Average (CA) targets Develop and execute step-by-step action plans for underperforming wells Escalate issues when needed in the following order: Lead Area Technician Optimizer Production Foreman Metrics & Compliance Ensure all daily operational KPIs are met Maintain full compliance with inspection and maintenance schedules Site Inspections Verify no overdue inspections Use Power BI (PBI) tools to track due inspections Plunger Inspections Ensure inspections are within KPI limits: Less than 5,000 miles Less than 12 months since last inspection Use PBI tools to monitor compliance Verifications & Data Integrity Utilize: COW Tool SIMOPS Maintain a 15% verification-to-gap ratio annually (individual target) Coding & Reporting Ensure all well coding is accurate and up to date: Normal Ops – No Action: Wells performing at expected levels Base Backout – No Action: Verified underperformance due to line pressure Confirm all wells above CA are properly coded Follow up on wells in engineering/optimization status longer than 7 days Field Support Provide operational support in other areas when: Your route is complete Daily metrics are achieved Basic Requirements & Training Expectations Accountability Take ownership of performance and development Seek guidance from senior team members when needed Technical Knowledge Requirements Plunger Lift Systems Understand plunger lift fundamentals and operation Perform inspections using proper tools and procedures: Calipers Plunger removal tools SOPs and spare parts Use tools such as: Power BI (Plunger Page) Cygnet Enbase Troubleshoot issues before escalation Gas Lift Systems Understand casing vs. tubing pressure relationships Maintain proper injection rates (avoid over/under injecting) Identify performance issues using: Cygnet Well throughput data Well Operations Knowledge Wellhead compression basics Free-flowing wells: Casing wells Tubing wells OTAP wells Digital Tools Proficiency Candidates must be proficient with: Cygnet Production Viewer Enbase SORA PI Microsoft Teams & Outlook GIS systems Equipment Experience (Facility Dependent) Familiarity with operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of: Wellheads and compressors Separators (HP/LP) Heater treaters Blowcases Scrubbers (suction, discharge, flash gas) Chemical systems and fuel gas systems Tank management systems Gas lift valves (GLVs) Air compressors Coalescers and catalytic heaters Control valves and safety systems Containment and environmental controls What We’re Looking For Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills Safety-first mindset Ability to work independently in the field Team-oriented and proactive communicator Willingness to learn and grow technically