Water Maintenance Tech III

Duration: 12+ months Schedule: 7/7 Location: Texas, United States

This opportunity sits within a major oil and gas operating environment focused on disposal and treated water production, supporting field operations across SWDs, pipelines, water ponds and recycle facilities. The role offers a hands-on field position with responsibility for equipment isolation, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and safe operations across critical water systems. This position will suit candidates with strong mechanical aptitude and experience working with pumps, motors, valves, piping and field automation in an oil and gas setting.

Required Education:

• High School Diploma or GED

Required Experience:

• Experience in oil and gas field operations, water systems operations, pipeline operations, facility maintenance, lease or production operations, or related mechanical field environments
• Hands-on experience carrying out inspections, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and minor repairs on field equipment and facilities
• Experience working independently in the field and supporting safe, efficient operations across SWDs, pipelines, water ponds or related facilities

Required Skills:

• Ability to inspect, maintain and troubleshoot pumps, motors, valves, piping and other mechanical equipment
• Knowledge of equipment and facility isolation procedures including Lockout/Tagout
• Ability to monitor pressures, identify equipment issues and respond to minor leaks, spills and repair needs
• Experience conducting facility inspections, housekeeping and preventative maintenance tasks
• Ability to use operational and production data systems including E-Vin and LOWIS
• Understanding of oil and gas safety practices and environmental responsibilities
• Strong initiative, prioritisation skills and the ability to work effectively with limited supervision
• Good communication and interpersonal skills in a field-based team environment

Required Certifications:

• Valid driving licence with an acceptable driving record

Preferred Qualifications:

• Some college or technical training
• Working knowledge of oil and gas water systems operations
• Direct experience in SWD or produced water operations
• Background in water transfer, pipefitting, compressor or pump equipment, oilfield mechanical maintenance, or oil and gas construction with strong piping or mechanical exposure
• Experience with rotating equipment, pipeline monitoring, facility inspections and pressure troubleshooting

About Airswift:

Airswift is an international workforce solutions provider within the energy, process and infrastructure industries. Airswift serves as a strategic partner to clients, offering a turnkey workforce solution to capture and deliver the top talent needed to complete successful projects by aligning with unique project needs. With over 1000 employees and 9,000 contractors operating in over 60 countries, Airswift's geographical reach and pool of talent available is unmatched in the industry.