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NOV, Inc.

Solids Control Operator

Corpus Christi, TX

Experience operating and maintaining solids control systems, waste management systems, heavy equipment, or similar industrial equipment required. * Strong mechanical aptitude with troubleshooting and ...

NOV, Inc.

Solids Control Operator

Corpus Christi, TX · On-site

Experience operating and maintaining solids control systems, waste management systems, heavy equipment, or similar industrial equipment required. * Strong mechanical aptitude with troubleshooting and ...

TalentClout

Solids Control TEch (WTX)

Odessa, TX · On-site

$20/hr

This role supports drilling operations by operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting solids control equipment used to process drilling fluids and remove drilled solids. Candidates should be ...

Clean Harbors

Solids Control Technician

Odessa, TX · On-site

$14.90 - $34.62/hr

Operating heavy equipment (loaders, excavators and forklifts) * Dealing with and developing the ... Previous Solids Control in the Northeast US or Construction experience * Heavy Equipment experience ...

CleanHarbors

Solids Control Technician

Odessa, TX

Clean Harbors is looking for Solids Control Techs to join their safety conscious team! Solids ... Operating heavy equipment (loaders, excavators and forklifts) * Dealing with and developing the ...

Clean Harbors

Solids Control Technician

Odessa, TX · On-site

Clean Harbors is looking for Solids Control Techs to join their safety conscious team! Solids ... Operating heavy equipment (loaders, excavators and forklifts) * Dealing with and developing the ...

Clean Harbors

Solids Control Technician

Odessa, TX · On-site

Clean Harbors is looking for Solids Control Techs to join their safety conscious team! Solids ... Operating heavy equipment (loaders, excavators and forklifts) * Dealing with and developing the ...

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As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for solids control operator in Texas is $22.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.12 and $25.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a solids control operator?

A Solids Control Operator is responsible for managing and maintaining equipment that separates drilling fluids from solid waste during drilling operations. They operate centrifuges, shakers, and other filtration systems to ensure efficient drilling fluid recycling and minimize waste. Their role helps maintain drilling efficiency, reduces environmental impact, and ensures compliance with regulatory standards. Operators also perform equipment maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and monitor fluid properties to optimize the process. This position is crucial in the oil and gas industry for cost reduction and environmental protection.

What does a solids control operator do?

A typical day for a Solids Control Operator involves monitoring and maintaining equipment such as shale shakers, centrifuges, and mud cleaners to ensure optimal separation of solids from drilling fluids. You’ll conduct regular inspections, troubleshoot mechanical issues, and report performance data to supervisors, often while working outdoors in varied weather conditions. Collaboration with rig crews and drilling engineers is common, as you help maintain fluid properties essential to the drilling process. Shift work, including nights and weekends, is frequent in this role, so flexibility and a strong commitment to safety are vital.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a solids control operator?

To thrive as a Solids Control Operator, you need a solid understanding of drilling fluid systems, mechanical aptitude, and a high school diploma or equivalent, with additional safety certifications often preferred. Experience operating centrifuges, shakers, desanders, and knowledge of SCADA systems are typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills are important soft skills in this role. These skills and qualifications ensure safe and efficient drilling operations, minimize equipment downtime, and help maintain environmental compliance on drilling sites.

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Solids Control Operator

Corpus Christi, TX

NOV, Inc.
Oil and Gas Extraction • 10K+ employees

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Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

  • Set up, operate, monitor, and maintain solids control equipment, including centrifuges, shale shakers, vertical cuttings dryers, and centrifugal and positive displacement pumps.
  • Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform preventive maintenance to ensure maximum equipment performance and reliability.
  • Operate excavators and other heavy equipment to safely load drilled cuttings into transport trucks.
  • Handle and dispose of drilling waste in accordance with environmental regulations and customer requirements.
  • Accurately document daily operational activities, maintenance performed, equipment performance, and incidents using Windows, Excel, iOS applications, and other reporting tools.
  • Communicate effectively with rig personnel, field supervisors, NOV support teams, and office staff regarding operational changes, equipment status, and HSE concerns.
  • Follow all NOV, customer, federal, and state Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures.
  • Participate in daily safety meetings, pre-job briefings, and the NOV Observation Program to promote a strong safety culture.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Experience operating and maintaining solids control systems, waste management systems, heavy equipment, or similar industrial equipment required.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude with troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently in remote, fast-paced field environments.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Windows, Excel, iOS applications, and basic computer reporting systems.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
  • Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
  • Valid government-issued photo identification required.
  • Ability to safely work in extreme weather conditions, climb stairs, stand for extended periods, and perform physically demanding tasks.
  •  Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on solids control equipment.
  • Monitor equipment performance and make operational adjustments as needed.
  • Maintain accurate shift logs, maintenance records, and operational reports.
  • Operate standard office equipment, reporting software, radios, and mobile applications.
  • Safely operate heavy equipment, including excavators, forklifts, and other material-handling equipment as required.
  • Use hand tools and mechanical equipment to perform repairs and maintenance.
  • Work safely in outdoor environments exposed to varying weather conditions, dust, and uneven terrain.
  • Travel and work extended schedules, including nights, weekends, and multiple field locations as business needs require.
  • Lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
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Throughout every region in the world and across every area of drilling and production, our family of companies has provided the technical expertise, advanced equipment and operational support necessary for success. We have the people, capabilities and vision to serve the needs of a challenging and evolving industry. One the world can’t live without. We are a global family of thousands of individuals, working as one team to create lasting impact for ourselves, our customers and the communities where we live and work. We take responsibility for each other and our company’s future, knowing that personal ownership leads to broader success. We believe in purposeful innovation because we see what others do not and we act. Through business innovation, product creation and service delivery, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world better.

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Oil and gas extraction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Houston, TX, US

Year founded

1841

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