Water Transfer Technician

Overview

The Water Transfer Technician will support field water transfer operations throughout construction, drilling, completions, frac, and post-completion activities. This position is responsible for overseeing water transfer contractors in the field, monitoring rig-up and breakdown activities, ensuring proper equipment and procedures are being used, and communicating any operational or safety concerns to field leadership.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and oversee water transfer contractors during daily field operations.
• Observe and oversee water transfer rig-ups and breakdowns.
• Ensure contractors are using the correct tools, equipment, and procedures for each job.
• Monitor field activities for compliance with safety and operational requirements, including PSMS and WMS procedures.
• Identify and report operational, equipment, or safety issues to field leads and management.
• Support the kickoff and execution of water transfer jobs.
• Review and follow designated routes and job layouts using Google Earth or similar mapping tools.
• Monitor the installation and operation of layflat hose, poly pipe, and other temporary water transfer lines.
• Support water movement from freshwater ponds, freshwater wells, supply ponds, pipelines, and other water sources.
• Support water transfer activities associated with pad construction, drilling rigs, completions, frac operations, and post-completion work.
• Verify proper connections, hose and line placement, and overall water transfer setup.
• Work closely with contractors and field leadership to ensure water transfer activities are completed safely and efficiently.
• Maintain awareness of changing field conditions and promptly communicate issues or concerns.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of oilfield water transfer experience preferred.
• Previous hands-on experience with water transfer operations is required.
• Experience with water transfer rig-up and rig-down activities.
• Familiarity with layflat hose, poly pipe, pumps, connections, and water transfer systems.
• Understanding of water transfer operations supporting drilling, completions, frac, and/or construction activities.
• Ability to identify improper equipment usage, unsafe conditions, and operational issues.
• Ability to work independently in a field environment while effectively communicating with contractors and field leadership.
• Comfortable using Google Earth or similar mapping/navigation applications.
• Strong safety awareness and ability to follow established field procedures.
• Must be flexible with scheduling during the initial training period before transitioning to the regular 8/6 schedule.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Must meet conditional job offer requirements.