Wellfield Operator

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Job Title: Wellfield Operator

Department: Wellfield

Reports to: Wellfield Manager

Location: Florence, AZ

Position Overview:

The Wellfield Operator plays a key role in the safe, efficient, and continuous operation of the in-situ recovery (ISR) wellfield. This position involves monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintaining the wellfield systems that deliver and recover process solutions. The ideal candidate has a background in mechanical systems, electrical equipment, and instrumentation, ensuring optimal performance of pumps, valves, pipelines, and process control systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Monitor and operate wellfield systems, including injection and recovery wells, pumps, flow meters, and pipelines.

Perform daily inspections to ensure safe and efficient operation of wellfield facilities.
Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation issues with well pumps, control panels, valves, and transmitters.
Work closely with maintenance departments, the control room, and wellfield operations group to keep wellfield running optimally.
Calibrate and maintain flow meters, pressure sensors, and other field instruments to ensure accurate data collection.
Collect operational data and maintain detailed logs for production tracking and reporting.
Assist with wellfield expansions, including installation of piping, pumps, electrical connections, and instrumentation systems
Comply with all safety, environmental, and operational procedures to maintain regulatory compliance.
Respond to alarms and emergencies in a timely and professional manner.
Operator will be responsible for collecting and documenting samples to be delivered to the lab

Qualifications & Experience:

High school diploma or GED required; technical diploma or associate degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Instrumentation Technology preferred.
Minimum 1–2 years of experience in a mining, industrial, or processing environment
Basic understanding of pumps, motors, valves, PLC systems, and instrumentation controls.
Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to read P&IDs, electrical schematics, and technical manuals.
Basic understanding of VFDs, flow and pressure transmitters, and automated control systems.

Use computer skills to troubleshoot wellfield systems and assist in control room operations

Must be able to work in varying weather conditions and occasionally perform physically demanding tasks.
Valid driver’s license required; ability to work rotating shifts as needed.

Core Competencies:

Safety-first mindset
Technical problem-solving
Strong communication and teamwork
Attention to detail
Reliability and self-motivation
Strong computer skills are an asset

Why Join Us:

Be part of a skilled operations team driving innovation in environmentally responsible in-situ resource recovery. You’ll gain hands-on experience across mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines while supporting a critical phase of our production process.

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