Flowback Operator Trainee (Watford City, ND)

About Trilogy LLC

Trilogy is a leading provider of oilfield services in the Bakken and Permian Basin regions. With a focus on safety, efficiency, and quality, we strive to deliver top-notch solutions to our customers while creating opportunities for professional growth and development for our employees. At Trilogy, we are committed to excellence in everything we do, and we are looking for talented individuals to join our team and help us continue to drive innovation in the oil and gas industry.

About the role

As a Flowback Operator Trainee, you will assist experienced operators in managing the flowback process at various well sites. You will gain hands-on experience in monitoring equipment, collecting data, and ensuring the safe and efficient flow of oil and gas during the beginning stage of the production process. This position offers the opportunity for growth and advancement in the oil and gas industry, with the potential to move up into more senior roles within our organization.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced operators in managing the flowback process at oil and gas well sites
• Monitor equipment and collect data to ensure optimal performance
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe work environment
• Work collaboratively with team members to achieve production goals
• Entry-level employee on site learning the skills to be responsible for a specific 12-hour shift operating equipment
• Responsible for safe and proper use of hand tools
• Assist in loading and unloading of equipment being shipped and arriving on site
• Rig up and rig down of site equipment as instructed
• Learn to gather and record data and operate equipment by Operator III, Operator II, and Operator, which include but are not limited to exploration, production, in-line well testing, stimulation recovery, and/or flowback to customer and company standards of excellence
• Learn proper maintenance, repair, and service of equipment including compressors, generators, pumps, etc. as instructed by Operator III, Operator II, and Operator I
• Learn to repair and service equipment in shop and in the field
• Perform basic maintenance of equipment and any other duties specified by the Operator III, Operator II, and Operator I
• Hourly reporting of data to Operator III, Operator II, and Operator I
• Service and care of field service vehicles, tools, and command center on location
• Continuously gain knowledge from on-going training supplied by staff on location in all aspects of an operator’s job

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED (General oilfield experience is acceptable as an offset to minimal education)
• Must be able to travel for extended amounts of time and be on call 24/7
• Must maintain a safe driving record as required by company policy
• Must successfully pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening as required by company policy
• Valid Driver's License (Required)
• Willingness to work in various weather conditions and environments
• Ability to lift and move materials up to 75 pounds frequently (anything above 75 pounds requires mechanical assistance or a team lift)
• Requires pushing and pulling, bending, standing, kneeling, carrying, sitting, climbing for extended periods of time each shift
• Must be able to swing a sledgehammer repeatedly
• Exposure to moderate to loud noise levels and warm, hot, and cold temperatures

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Ability to read and understand important documents such as mandatory safety rules, operating manuals, and maintenance procedures
• Ability to apply safety training and procedures in emergency situations on location
• Good math and computer skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Excellent mechanical knowledge and ability to problem solve
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Passion for the oil and gas industry
• Drive to collaborate in a team environment

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Pay

$15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Schedule

• 12-hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekends