Our client is seeking an Artificial Lift Technician to work within their facilities located in Spring, Texas on an initially 12-month assignment (with the possibility of extension / becoming permanent).
Role Overview
- Conduct continuous surveillance of various artificial lift systems, proactively identifying and implementing corrective measures to enhance production and improve equipment reliability.
- Thoroughly troubleshoot well performance issues, providing accurate and timely diagnosis of well failures to facilitate efficient resolution.
- Ensure the accuracy and completeness of well downtime records, actively identifying opportunities to expedite returning wells to production.
- Collaborate effectively with production operations personnel, co-located engineering teams, and EM technology centers to identify, develop, and implement production optimization opportunities.
- Monitor and manage workflows throughout the well lifecycle, including troubleshooting, well failure identification, well workover processes, and post-workover performance analysis.
- Maintain clear and consistent communication with key stakeholders, providing regular updates on artificial lift activities, performance, and optimization efforts.
Skills & Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- A minimum of 6 years of experience as an artificial lift technician, specialist, or engineer is required.
- Proven proficiency in well surveillance software platforms such as XsPOC, PumpChecker, Ignition, and Spotfire.
- Strong understanding of various artificial lift methods and their operational characteristics.
- Ability to interpret well data and identify trends and anomalies.
- Able to adjust to changing priorities and work effectively in a dynamic & fast-paced environment.
- Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose issues and identify solutions.
- Works effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals.
- Clearly and concisely conveys information both verbally and in writing to diverse audiences.
- Focuses on activities that contributes to maximizing value of the asset.
- Seeks and implements new approaches and strategies to improve performance.
- Utilizes data and experience to make informed and timely decisions.
- Proactively identifies opportunities for improvement and takes action.
- Prior experience in performing Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) and artificial lift system design.