Field Emissions Technician - Midland, TX

Encino Environmental Services, LLC is a leader in providing innovative solutions for emissions measurement and mitigation. Specializing in emissions performance testing, LDAR leak detection and repair, continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMS), high-resolution satellite methane detection, and advanced environmental data software, Encino is committed to supporting regulatory compliance and helping clients achieve their operational efficiency and environmental goals by delivering accurate data and actionable insights to reduce emissions effectively.

$30 - $45 Per Hour

To conduct emissions performance testing and mechanical integrity evaluations on rotating equipment (reciprocating internal combustion engines – RICE) located at oil and gas production sites to ensure compliance with air quality permit requirements.

• Utilize, operate, and maintain a single and/or dual tower emissions trailer.
• Mobilize and operate manlifts and other equipment as needed.
• Conduct emissions performance evaluations on RICE engines utilizing methods sanctioned by the US EPA – located at remote oil and gas sites/facilities within the continental United States.
• Record measurements of criteria pollutants – including but not limited to volatile organic compounds (VOCs), carbon monoxide (CO), nitrogen oxides (NOx) in parts per million (ppm), and oxygen (O2) in percent (%; as per EPA Method 19
  -alt) from internal combustion equipment (i.e. RICE engines).
• Liaison with corporate and field-level maintenance and environmental representatives to coordinate testing project schedules and logistics.
• Record date/time, RICE panel operating parameters and engine diagnostics, and pertinent environmental data relevant to each emissions testing project/evaluation.
• Calibrate instruments prior to each testing event and record calibration details and instrument checks.
• Compile a daily field journal detailing general observations (for process improvement).
• Report findings (daily) to the Area Lead.
• Provide operational feedback for continued process improvement.
• Generate daily test schedules for clients and compressor vendors.
• Assist other business units when needed and provide appropriate feedback when necessary (LDAR/ CEMS).
• Respond to any emails, phones calls or text messages in a timely and professional manner.

• Must have a high school diploma, general education development (GED), or equivalent (military service and/or technical degrees preferred).
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• 2-4 years field experience regarding technical, industrial, and/or oil and gas services (preferred).
• Proficient with Microsoft applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.).
• Willing to travel to remote oil and gas locations throughout the geographic project area.
• Must be able to work alone.
• Must be task-oriented with the ability to maintain tight schedules.
• Able to work in “Safety Sensitive” locations at heights / confined spaces and in varying weather conditions.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and clean driving record.
• Able to obtain a DOT Medical card and drive a commercial vehicle (non-cdl) & trailer.
• Able to work in a shop and field as required.