Control Room Technician

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Diamondback is actively looking for employees to join us in our IOC (Internal Operations Center). The Control Room Operator will proactively monitor and control wells, processing equipment, compressors and alarms during normal operations, abnormal conditions, and emergency response. The Operators will also be responsible to optimize production and organize resources. Serves as the key communication link between field personnel, corporate staff, vendors and interconnects. This position is based in Midland, Texas at a 24/7 operations control room and will report to the Control Room Lead.

 

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Utilize SCADA platforms daily to review instrumentation at facilities and at well locations

• Receive, review, and distribute alarms to the correct field personnel

• Function as central point of contact for field operations during ESD or shutdown conditions

• Remotely start/stop equipment located in field to prevent alarms and/or environmental releases

• Compile daily KPI reports for distribution

• Actively work with SCADA Admins to develop enhancements to visualizations, tools, and reports

• Provide thorough handover notes to Lead and IOC Operators coming onto next shift

• Communicate regularly with field Foreman and Superintendents

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• One (1+) years of operating experience

• Three (3+) years of oil and gas experience

• Ability to work 7-on/7-off, 13-hour rotational shifts including days and nights with occasional travel to field locations. (Including weekends and holidays when scheduled)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior control room experience

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Motivated to drive efficiencies and learn new technologies

• Good administrative and organizational skills.

• Ability to complete multiple, diverse tasks of differing priorities.

• Ability to accurately solve problems.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, other departments, officials, and the public.

• Proficiency in the use and application of the following software: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word & Outlook), Spotfire/PowerBI, Cygnet, Ignition

Relocation:

This position is not eligible for relocation assistance

Work Authorization:

Diamondback Energy is not currently sponsoring employment visas for this position

Diamondback is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Diamondback provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, veteran or disability status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law. Diamondback participates in E-Verify. Learn more about E-Verify.