Echometer Technician - Wichita Falls, TX

Responsibilities

• Perform well tests to determine oil and water production rates.
• Use Echometer equipment to determine static and producing fluid levels in individual wells.
• Analyze surface and downhole sucker‑rod pumping equipment with Echometer equipment to assess loads, efficiency, and related parameters.
• Participate in training schools during normal working hours as required.
• Determine and report fluid levels in shut‑in wells on an annual basis for H‑15 reporting purposes.
• Maintain and use a database on a laptop computer for test data.
• Perform relief pumping duties.

Qualifications

• Basic math and computer skills.
• Ability to learn and understand rotating machinery, including troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Working knowledge of pumping units and downhole equipment (preferred).
• Some knowledge and understanding of electrical equipment (a plus).
• Capability to work with minimal supervision and meet deadlines.

Work Environment

• Physically demanding, roustabout‑type work including pipe‑wrench plumbing changes, moving and hauling heavy equipment.
• Almost 100% outdoors in all seasons—very hot in summer, very cold in winter, consistently greasy and dirty.
• Requires personal protective equipment (PPE) provided by the employer, except steel‑toed shoes which are employee‑provided.
• Primary work area within 50 miles of Wichita Falls, with occasional overnight trips out of town.
• Team size of 2 to 4 men; breaks and lunch are taken on location.
• Company‑owned vehicle must be driven and maintained to company standards.