Field Operator III - Artificial Lift Technician
Job Title Field Operator III – Artificial Lift Technician Compensation $55.30/hr Location Spring, TX – Vantage Schedule 14/14 – alternating days and nights Target Start Date ASAPScope MAIN FUNCTION The Vantage Artificial Lift Control Room Operator (ALCRO) is a mission-critical role responsible for real-time surveillance and remote operation of artificial lift systems across multiple assets. This position protects production, extends equipment life, reduces HSE exposure, and drives faster operational decision-making through centralized control room operations.TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Monitor and control large volumes of artificial lift wells and compressor units across multiple fields
- Perform real-time surveillance and identify early indicators of abnormal performance
- Adjust operating parameters (speed, cycles, setpoints) to optimize production and protect equipment
- Diagnose equipment issues using live and trended data
- Execute alarm response actions and determine escalation paths
- Make real-time operational decisions regarding intervention, monitoring, or field dispatch
- Prevent failures through early detection and proactive adjustments
- Maintain detailed logs, documentation, and shift handovers
- Coordinate with field operations, engineering, and automation teams
FUNCTIONAL SKILLS Operational & Cognitive
- Strong situational awareness and decision-making under pressure
- Alarm management and prioritization
- Troubleshooting and pattern recognition
- High operational discipline and adherence to procedures
- Ability to manage high equipment counts simultaneously
- Clear communication and documentation
Technical Competencies
- Artificial Lift Systems: ESP, Gas Lift, GAPL, Plunger Lift
- Compression systems and rotating equipment fundamentals
- SCADA systems and remote control platforms
- Data interpretation (electrical, mechanical, production metrics)
- Well performance fundamentals (drawdown, gas interference, pump-off)
- Equipment protection limits and safe operating envelopes
- Basic production optimization techniques
- Electrical safety awareness and shutdown logic
QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE Minimum Required
- 2–5 years artificial lift OR compressor operations experience
- Hands-on experience starting, stopping, and troubleshooting equipment
- Experience operating through abnormal conditions (trips, failures, etc.)
Strongly Preferred
- Permian Basin / unconventional experience
- SCADA / remote surveillance experience (1–3 years)
- Alarm response and remote decision-making experience
Typical Backgrounds
- Artificial Lift Technician / Compression Operator
- Production Operator (with AL/compression exposure)
- ESP or Gas Lift Specialist
- Lease Operator with artificial lift wells
- Automation or Electrical Technician (AL-focused)
COMMENTS
- Work week runs Thursday – Wednesday
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