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Select Energy Services

Well Testing Operator

Odessa, TX · On-site

$18.50 - $22.75/hr

WELL TESTING OPERATOR Job Details Full Time / Part Time: Full Time FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt Business Unit: Well Testing and Flowback Reports to: Operations Manager Travel Requirement: Yes Top ...

SLB

Surface Well Testing Operator

Houma, LA · On-site

The offshore Surface Well Testing Operator located in Houma, La is responsible for maintaining safe, efficient, and reliable product and service delivery to Customers. The Field Specialist identifies ...

Aerotek

Well Tester

Bakersfield, CA

$20 - $25/hr

Job Title: Well Testing Technician As a Well Testing Technician, you will be responsible for rigging up, operating, and rigging down well testing and flowback equipment. This includes handling ...

Select Energy Services

Operator - Flowback

Washington, PA · On-site

$16.25 - $21.25/hr

Fully understands customer downhole goals and associated impacts from well testing operator decisions and actions. * Reporting accurate, hourly data (or required customer frequency). * Communicate ...

WELL WERKS ENERGY LLC

Flowback Operator

El Reno, OK

$15 - $19.75/hr

A Flowback Operator (FBO) is primarily responsible for location setup, drill-out, frac watch/support, well testing procedures and reporting procedures. Furthermore, the individual will ensure quality ...

WELL WERKS ENERGY LLC

Flowback Operator I

Towanda, PA

$16 - $21/hr

A Flowback Operator (FBO) is primarily responsible for location setup, drill-out, frac watch/support, well testing procedures and reporting procedures. Furthermore, the individual will ensure quality ...

WELL WERKS ENERGY LLC

Flowback Operator I

Brownsboro, TX

$16 - $21/hr

A Flowback Operator (FBO) is primarily responsible for location setup, drill-out, frac watch/support, well testing procedures and reporting procedures. Furthermore, the individual will ensure quality ...

Prime Well Solutions

Flowback Operator 2 - Midland

Midland, TX · On-site

$17.50 - $23.25/hr

A Flowback Operator (Operator 3) is primarily responsible for location setup, drill-out, frac watch/support, well testing procedures and reporting procedures. Furthermore, the individual will ensure ...

Prime Well Solutions

Flowback Operator 3 - Midland

Midland, TX · On-site

$17.50 - $23.25/hr

A Flowback Operator (Operator 3) is primarily responsible for location setup, drill-out, frac watch/support, well testing procedures and reporting procedures. Furthermore, the individual will ensure ...

System One

In Process Testing Operator

Landisville, PA · On-site

$19 - $24/hr

In Process Testing Operator Location: Landisville, PA Type: Contract Work Model: Onsite Hours: 40.0 ... Work in a clean, well-lit production environment, requiring protective footwear and eyewear.

SLB

Well Testing Data Acquisition Engineer

Houma, LA · On-site

$110K - $132K/yr

... operating data acquisition systems to monitor and record operational parameters in field ... Familiarity with surface well testing operations. * Previous certification in surface testing ...

System One

In Process Testing Operator

Landisville, PA · On-site

$19 - $24/hr

In Process Testing Operator Location: Landisville, PA Type: Contract Work Model: Onsite Hours: 40.0 ... Work in a clean, well-lit production environment, requiring protective footwear and eyewear.

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How much do trainee well testing operator jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for trainee well testing operator in the United States is $43,530.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33,000.00 and $51,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Trainee Well Testing Operator vs Well Testing Technician?

AspectTrainee Well Testing OperatorWell Testing Technician
CertificationsBasic safety and industry-specific certifications, training provided on the jobAdvanced certifications, possibly including well control and specialized technical training
Work EnvironmentOn-site at oil and gas wells, often in remote locations, supervised learningMore independent, technical tasks, often in similar environments but with more responsibility
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with well testing operations, learning equipment use, safety proceduresPerforming well testing, data collection, equipment maintenance, troubleshooting

The main difference is that a Trainee Well Testing Operator is in a learning phase, focusing on gaining skills and certifications under supervision, while a Well Testing Technician has more experience and handles technical tasks independently. Both roles are essential in well testing operations within the oil and gas industry, but the technician role requires more expertise and responsibility.

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Infographic showing various Trainee Well Testing Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,530 per year, or $20.9 per hour.

Well Testing Operator

Select Energy Services

Odessa, TX • On-site

$18.50 - $22.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

WELL TESTING OPERATOR
Job Details
Full Time / Part Time: Full Time
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Business Unit: Well Testing and Flowback
Reports to: Operations Manager
Travel Requirement: Yes
Top Tier Benefits
  • Medical, dental, vision, coverage in addition to life and disability insurance plans.
  • Paid Vacation Days and Paid Holidays.
  • Retirement and Savings (401K) Plan with Company match.
  • Annual uniform allowance.
  • Referral bonus with no cap on amount of referrals.
  • Paid Training.

Job Description
Peak's Well Testing Operator is responsible for monitoring and reporting on production and other pertinent well information and provides maintenance on production equipment. Under general supervision, this position prepares, maintains, and submits daily reports and records of daily gas and/or liquid volume, well pressure and volume of chemicals used, etc. Ensure quality control and safe operations during all aspects of the operation.
The essential job functions include, but are not limited to
  • Must have field experience and be competent in the use & repair of manifolds, plug catchers, test separators, sand traps, flare stacks and other flowback/well testing related equipment.
  • Responsible to learn and fulfill all job service requirements, including reporting as it pertains to well production data, incident reporting, job specific information, and charges for each application.
  • Capable of drafting a thorough and accurate JSA identifying all job tasks, the hazards associated with these tasks, and the steps to mitigate the issues.
  • Observe all safety rules at all times, including keeping workspaces (including vehicles) clean & free of safety hazards.
  • Team player (willing and effective at receiving guidance and feedback).
  • Properly and consistently complete and update a JSA as the situation changes.
  • Fully understands customer downhole goals and associated impacts from well testing operator decisions and actions.
  • Reporting accurate, hourly data (or required customer frequency).
  • Communicate and annotate detailed shift changes.
  • Coordinate and/or participate in rigging up/down test equipment.
  • Prepare equipment for jobs and load out.

Other duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:
  • Strong communication and customer service skills.
  • Energy service experience helpful.
  • Exhibit ability to be a strong team player.
  • Possess excellent written and verbal skills, as well as excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in an environment of constantly changing priorities.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Must possess valid driver's license and be eligible to drive a company vehicle according to Peak's insurance guidelines.

Compensation Information
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Physical Demands and Exposures
  • Work is regularly performed in outside weather conditions, including rain and extreme cold and heat, near moving mechanical parts; exposure to high wind, ice, snow, wet and/or humid conditions, vibration, and dust is expected.
  • Exposure to noise levels requiring the use of hearing protection.
  • Prolonged sitting, standing, walking.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
  • Ability to individually lift: Maximum 50 lbs.

Peak Rentals is an equal opportunity employer. It is Peak's policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any protected class, status, characteristic, or activity. All employment decisions, including decisions regarding recruitment, selection, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, advancement, discipline, discharge, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment are made without regard to any lawfully protected class, status, characteristic, or activity.
Peak Rentals requires all employees whose jobs may involve environmental compliance to understand and comply with the U.S. Environmental Protections Agency's Clean Air Act that regulates air emissions from stationary and mobile sources. A copy of the Clean Air Act can be provided to you upon request from Human Resources.
Peak Rentals participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Peak is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Peak only uses E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

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