HYDRAULIC CHOKE OPERATOR

About the role

The Hydraulic Choke Operator performs work in drill out, flowback, well testing, and rig up/rig down services in oil and gas fracturing operations. They are responsible for tearing apart and rebuilding hydraulic chokes used in the field as well as operating this equipment from a command center. They must have knowledge of well-testing equipment and the ability to diagnose, repair and troubleshoot malfunctions when needed.

Responsibilities

• Rigging up a portable separator and heater
• Lift chicksan bundles weighing ±65 lbs.
• Attach chicksan bundle to wellhead, entailing lift from ground level to above head level.
• Hammer unions from ground level to above head level.
• Drive flowline tie-down stakes with 8 lbs. to 12 lb. or larger sledgehammer or Electric Bosch demolition hammer weighing 60± lbs.
• Make up threaded connections with two (2) 24″ pipe wrenches occasionally using a 36″ pipe wrench from ground level to above head level.
• Maintain and repair all components of high pressure operation: flowline/connections, hydraulic choke manifolds, sand separators, test separators, flare stacks, gas busters and safety systems.
• Rigging up flowback manifold and sand separator.
• Load fittings weighing ±40 lbs. each.
• Drive flowline tie-down stakes with 8 lbs. or larger sledgehammer or electric Bosch demolition hammer weighing ±60 lbs.
• Stoop, bend, twist, turn, and lift to align and join threaded components at heights from ground level to above head level.
• Carry and connect 15-foot-long threaded pipe joints with a second person’s assistance (1/4 joint weight ±40 lbs.) Full 30′ pipe joint weighs ±140 lbs.
• Hammer union connections and screw threaded connections with 24″ pipe wrench from ground level to above head level.
• Perform all routine choke changes, blowdowns, tank strapping and pressure readings anytime or when directed.

Requirements

• Basic computer knowledge is a must in order to perform data entry and generate field reports.
• Able to accurately collect and report well production flowrates as per internal and/or client based guidelines.
• Must have a clean driving record with the ability to obtain and maintain a commercial driver’s license (Class “A” CDL).

Qualifications

• Knowledge of well-testing equipment and the ability to diagnose, repair, and troubleshoot malfunctions.
• Ability to work in all types of weather conditions (i.e. extreme heat and cold and high humidity) for extended periods of time.
• Experience working in a toxic environment (Hydrogen Sulfide Gas) while wearing a self-contained breathing apparatus with full face sealed respiratory equipment weighing ±30 lbs.
• Work comfortably up to 15″ above ground while wearing the appropriate fall protection equipment designated for the job.
• Close a large wellhead wing or master valve high or above in case of an emergency.
• Be mobile in the event of an emergency.
• Ability to evacuate a fellow employee in the event of an emergency.

Skills

• Physical strength and endurance for lifting and moving heavy objects.
• Manual dexterity for threading and connecting pipe joints.
• Computer skills for data entry and report generation.
• Knowledge of well-testing equipment and troubleshooting.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Professional development opportunities.

Pay

Not specified

Schedule

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