Job Description

Specific Responsibilities

The Well Operations Technician is a technical position that is responsible for the optimization of all wells through its entire life cycle, from flowback to Plug & Abandonment. This position is expected to become an expert on all forms of surface operations and downhole artificial lift, including Rod Pump, ESP, Plunger Lift, Gas Lift, PAGL, Intermittent Lift, Jet Pump, and Progressive Cavity Pump. 

Communicate with the engineering team to choose the correct forms of artificial lift, troubleshoot wells, test new forms of technology, and minimize failure rates.
Lead failure meetings to identify root causes and improvement opportunities with cross-function team of engineering, workover, chemical and lease operator representatives.
Install calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair pump off controllers, radios, and drives.
Troubleshoot problem wells using multiple tools and techniques both in the field and computer.
Thorough familiarity with all configuration and inspection of rod pumps, including annual pumping unit inspections and repairs.
Troubleshoot all forms of artificial lift through personal knowledge or external resources.    
Work with a multi-disciplined team to complete maintenance on well pad surface equipment.
Perform artificial lift design using Rodstar.
Complete failure analysis on wells before turning over to engineering.
Coordinate with workover team during well intervention.
Operate and perform minor repairs on model D and E Echometers.
Demonstrate proficiency with PC based computer applications including but not limited to MS Office applications, Cygnet, TAM, OFM, Avocet, XBal.
Assist in evaluation of chemical programs, maintaining consistent communication with the chemical team.
Supervise crews and cranes on pumping unit moves and repairs.
Attend pump teardowns and work with pump shops, engineering and the chemical team to complete Root Cause Failure Analysis on all downhole equipment failure.
Mentor lease operators on troubleshooting wells and issues at the facilities.
Handle all regulatory matters including handling the H-5s, H-15s, and MITs
Supervise well stimulations and smaller intervention work including wireline, slickline, swabbing units.
Handle miscellaneous jobs as needed, including flowback, data integrity reviews, hot watering, and temporary assistant foreman duties.

Qualifications & Experience

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and experience:

High School Degree or GED
6+ years of experience
Team player willing to take active role in team responsibilities.
Excellent time management skills.
Ability to learn new skills.
Willingness to share knowledge with others.
Good written and oral communication skills
Ability to work on several projects simultaneously.
Good safety and driving record.
Good knowledge of safe oil and gas operations and procedures in mature secondary and tertiary recovery fields.
Follow safe practices with regard to oil field electrical installations.

Competencies

The successful candidate should demonstrate and exhibit the following core competencies:

Communication: Writes, speaks, and presents information effectively and persuasively across communication setting;
Results: Pursues work with energy, drive, and results orientation to positively impact Apache's business success;
Collaboration: Works in partnership with others and encourages different perspectives, while building and maintaining trust; and
Culture: Willingness and ability to align one's behavior with the needs, priorities, and goals of Apache.