Flowback Technician I

Flowback Technician

Employer will be participating in the annual Bayou Region Job Fair on Wednesday, October 21st from 9am-1pm at Fletcher Technical Community Colleges Schriever Main Campus. Apply online or as directed before meeting with the employer. The Flowback Technician plays an essential role in the oil and gas industry, focusing on the execution and monitoring of operations to determine the productivity and characteristics of a well. This position involves working closely with a team to set up and operate the equipment used in testing, ensuring accurate data collection and analysis. The insights gained from these operations are instrumental in making informed decisions about the potential and optimal extraction methods. By maintaining safety standards and operational efficiency, the Flow Back Technician contributes significantly to the successful evaluation and management of energy resources.

Operate and maintain well testing equipment, including pressure gauges, temperature recorders, and sampling apparatus, to measure and record data during testing operations. Rig up and rig down well testing equipment before and after operations, ensuring safe and efficient setup and dismantling of all components. Monitor well performance and fluid properties, such as flow rates and pressure, adjusting equipment settings to optimize test results. Collect fluid samples from wells for analysis, ensuring samples are properly labeled, stored, and transported according to industry standards. Interpret test data to determine reservoir characteristics and performance, providing detailed reports and recommendations to engineers and other stakeholders. Implement safety protocols and emergency procedures to minimize risks and respond to accidents or unexpected conditions during testing operations. Coordinate with other field personnel, including engineers and drilling teams, to ensure testing operations align with overall project objectives and schedules. Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on well testing equipment, identifying and resolving issues to prevent downtime and ensure continuous operation.