Operations Monitoring Technician (Entry Level) Wichita, KS Direct Hire $25–$30/hour Full-Time | Onsite | 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM (Night Shift) This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) Our client is a well-established energy company with a long history of successful oil and gas exploration and production throughout the Mid-Continent region. They are committed to investing in technology, operational excellence, and employee development while providing opportunities for long-term career growth. We are seeking an Entry-Level Operations Monitoring Technician to support overnight drilling and field operations from a centralized operations center. This position is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career professional with a technical background who enjoys analyzing data, solving problems, and working in a fast-paced operational environment. You'll monitor real-time operational activity, identify potential issues, communicate with field personnel, and document important events to help ensure safe and efficient operations. This role offers an excellent opportunity to build a career in the energy industry, with a clear path into operations, field support, or technical roles.
Key Responsibilities:
Monitor drilling and production operations using real-time monitoring systems and operational dashboards.
Review equipment performance, operational data, and system alerts to identify unusual trends or potential issues.
Escalate operational concerns to field personnel, supervisors, or other stakeholders following established procedures.
Maintain detailed shift logs documenting events, communications, and operational activity.
Prepare thorough shift handoff reports for incoming operations personnel.
Analyze operational information to identify inconsistencies or performance trends.
Verify the accuracy of operational data entered into company systems. Communicate with field teams to obtain updates and confirm operating conditions.
Support troubleshooting efforts by gathering and organizing operational data.
Track equipment status, well activity, downtime, and other key operational metrics.
Follow company policies, safety standards, and confidentiality requirements.
Develop knowledge of drilling operations, field equipment, and industry terminology.
Assist with additional operational reporting and data analysis projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Science, Geology, Engineering, Data Analytics, Computer Science, or another technical discipline.
Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to recognize trends, anomalies, and inconsistencies within operational data.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. Comfortable working independently during a 12-hour overnight shift.
Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office and comfortable learning new software systems and monitoring platforms.
Ability to follow established procedures while making sound decisions in a fast-paced environment. Previous experience in oil and gas, manufacturing, industrial operations, control rooms, or operations monitoring is a plus but not required.
Eagerness to learn drilling operations and grow into more advanced operational roles.
