Frac Transfer Operator
RigUp, Stanley, ND, United States
Job Title
Frac Transfer Operator
Our Vision
RigUp is where the best workers power the world’s most successful projects. We are united by a common mission: to deliver services and technology that fundamentally change how skilled workers and the businesses they serve get hard work done.
Job Description
The Water Transfer Consultant is a field-based role responsible for overseeing day‑to‑day water transfer operations supporting hydraulic fracturing and drilling activities. This position provides on‑site operational leadership, contractor oversight, and execution support for both conventional and automated water transfer systems. The role requires a strong commitment to safety, environmental compliance, system reliability, and real‑time problem‑solving in a demanding operating environment. This position operates on a rotational schedule with extended shifts and requires availability for on‑call response to operational issues.
Responsibilities
Supervise the setup, operation, monitoring, and teardown of water transfer systems, including layflat and rigid pipeline systems
Oversee pigging operations, pressure testing, line repairs, and troubleshooting of water transfer systems
Ensure consistent and reliable water delivery aligned with drilling and completion schedules and volume requirements
Provide on‑site leadership for water transfer crews and third‑party contractors
Maintain daily communication with field leadership regarding operational status, plans, and issues
Enforce contractor expectations, site rules, and established safety standards
Support remote and automated water transfer operations in coordination with centralized monitoring teams
Assist with pump calibration, leak detection systems, and overall system optimization
Respond to real‑time alarms and provide field feedback to improve system performance
Conduct routine inspections of pumps, hoses, manifolds, valves, pipelines, and associated equipment
Coordinate maintenance and repairs in accordance with established standards and procedures
Monitor, verify, and report flow rates and total water volumes transferred
Submit accurate daily reports documenting operations, volumes, labor, equipment usage, and costs
Track and verify labor and equipment costs using provided reporting applications
Safety, Environmental & Compliance
Lead tailgate meetings and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs)
Enforce PPE requirements, stop‑work authority, and hazard mitigation practices
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and operating procedures
Immediately report and assist in the response to spills, leaks, or environmental incidents
Document safety observations, corrective actions, and compliance activities in designated systems
Skills And Qualifications
Demonstrated experience in frac water transfer operations, including layflat systems, pumps, and pigging
Strong understanding of pressure systems, flow management, and leak detection
Experience supervising field crews and third‑party contractors
Proven safety leadership and field‑based problem‑solving skills
Ability to work independently in a full‑time, field‑based role
Willingness to work a rotational schedule with 12‑hour shifts and on‑call availability
Strong communication and documentation skills
Mechanical aptitude with water transfer equipment and associated infrastructure
Ability to operate mobile devices and reporting applications for daily operational tracking
Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a company‑provided vehicle
Physically capable of working in field conditions and around heavy equipment
Job Details
Pay: $40-$50 per hour
Location: Stanley, ND or Gillette, WY
Schedule: 14/14 hitch, 12hr days, on call 24/7
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Frac Transfer Operator
Our Vision
RigUp is where the best workers power the world’s most successful projects. We are united by a common mission: to deliver services and technology that fundamentally change how skilled workers and the businesses they serve get hard work done.
Job Description
The Water Transfer Consultant is a field-based role responsible for overseeing day‑to‑day water transfer operations supporting hydraulic fracturing and drilling activities. This position provides on‑site operational leadership, contractor oversight, and execution support for both conventional and automated water transfer systems. The role requires a strong commitment to safety, environmental compliance, system reliability, and real‑time problem‑solving in a demanding operating environment. This position operates on a rotational schedule with extended shifts and requires availability for on‑call response to operational issues.
Responsibilities
Supervise the setup, operation, monitoring, and teardown of water transfer systems, including layflat and rigid pipeline systems
Oversee pigging operations, pressure testing, line repairs, and troubleshooting of water transfer systems
Ensure consistent and reliable water delivery aligned with drilling and completion schedules and volume requirements
Provide on‑site leadership for water transfer crews and third‑party contractors
Maintain daily communication with field leadership regarding operational status, plans, and issues
Enforce contractor expectations, site rules, and established safety standards
Support remote and automated water transfer operations in coordination with centralized monitoring teams
Assist with pump calibration, leak detection systems, and overall system optimization
Respond to real‑time alarms and provide field feedback to improve system performance
Conduct routine inspections of pumps, hoses, manifolds, valves, pipelines, and associated equipment
Coordinate maintenance and repairs in accordance with established standards and procedures
Monitor, verify, and report flow rates and total water volumes transferred
Submit accurate daily reports documenting operations, volumes, labor, equipment usage, and costs
Track and verify labor and equipment costs using provided reporting applications
Safety, Environmental & Compliance
Lead tailgate meetings and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs)
Enforce PPE requirements, stop‑work authority, and hazard mitigation practices
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and operating procedures
Immediately report and assist in the response to spills, leaks, or environmental incidents
Document safety observations, corrective actions, and compliance activities in designated systems
Skills And Qualifications
Demonstrated experience in frac water transfer operations, including layflat systems, pumps, and pigging
Strong understanding of pressure systems, flow management, and leak detection
Experience supervising field crews and third‑party contractors
Proven safety leadership and field‑based problem‑solving skills
Ability to work independently in a full‑time, field‑based role
Willingness to work a rotational schedule with 12‑hour shifts and on‑call availability
Strong communication and documentation skills
Mechanical aptitude with water transfer equipment and associated infrastructure
Ability to operate mobile devices and reporting applications for daily operational tracking
Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a company‑provided vehicle
Physically capable of working in field conditions and around heavy equipment
Job Details
Pay: $40-$50 per hour
Location: Stanley, ND or Gillette, WY
Schedule: 14/14 hitch, 12hr days, on call 24/7
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