Chemical Treatment Operator

Company: TETRA Technologies
Location: Midland
Posted on: January 14, 2021

Job Description:

SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE * Monitor chemical treatment levels during frac stages* Pull and test water samples using various testing equipment* May work in two man or solo operation upon completion of training* 12-hour shift schedule plus drive time to and from location ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Conduct walk-arounds to pull samples and check meters and gauges on equipment* Ensure daily operations are in compliance with EPA and OSHA regulations* Complete reports and submit reports in a timely manner* Communicate with internal and external customers* Verify that all equipment is running properly SCOPE AND ACCOUNTABILITY * Follow general policies and procedures of SwiftWater Energy Services* Inform supervisor promptly of any issues* Stay on location at all times to maintain oversight of the unit Requisites: * Education: High School Diploma or general education degree (GED) and two to three years of job related work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.* Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance manuals, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability speak and effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situation to customers and other employees of the organization* Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.* Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with and solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in standardized situations* Pass the required physical examination and drug screen. MVR screen must comply with Company policy. Certain locations and positions may require possession of a valid Commercial Driver's License with Hazardous Material and Air Brake endorsements. Fork Lift Operator license may also be required. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather); work near moving mechanical parts and work with explosives. The employee is occasionally exposed to work in high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock and risk of radiation. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

Keywords: TETRA Technologies, Midland , Chemical Treatment Operator, Other , Midland, Texas