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Select Energy Services

Well Testing Operator

Odessa, TX · On-site

$18.50 - $22.75/hr

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 ...

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 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 ...

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 ...

Kinder Morgan

Operations Technician

Crane, TX · On-site

Well testing and production allocation. * Thorough understanding of EOR Production Process Equipment to include Water Injection Facilities and how they relate to the operation. * Artificial lift ...

Permian Resources

Lease Operator - Gardendale

Gardendale, TX · On-site

$23.75 - $31.25/hr

Permian Resources (NYSE: PR) is currently seeking a Lease Operator in Gardendale, TX. This position is responsible for overseeing the daily oil and gas well testing, operating and maintenance of ...

Danos, LLC

Lease Operator

Midland, TX

$26 - $34.25/hr

The position of Lease Operator is responsible for oil and gas well operations, well testing, operating and maintaining field equipment and facilities, surveillance of general field operations and ...

Danos, LLC

Night Lease Operator

Midland, TX

$26 - $34.25/hr

The position of Lease Operator is responsible for oil and gas well operations, well testing, operating and maintaining field equipment and facilities, surveillance of general field operations and ...

ONE X

Drill Out Operator III

Midland, TX

Conduct routine well testing, including production, flow, and pressure tests, ensuring accurate data collection. Capable of identifying and correcting problems on site (including maintenance) Can ...

One X

Drill Out Operator III

Midland, TX · On-site

Conduct routine well testing, including production, flow, and pressure tests, ensuring accurate data collection. Capable of identifying and correcting problems on site (including maintenance) Can ...

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How much do well testing jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for well testing in Midland, TX is $37.66, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.01 and $49.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a well testing?

A Well Testing job involves evaluating the performance and characteristics of an oil or gas well by measuring parameters like pressure, flow rate, and reservoir properties. This process helps determine the well's productivity and potential output. Well testers operate specialized equipment, collect data, and ensure that testing is conducted safely and efficiently. The results help engineers make decisions about reservoir management, production optimization, and well integrity.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the well testing position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Well Testing professional, you need a solid background in petroleum engineering or a related field, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Familiarity with pressure testing equipment, data acquisition systems, and safety certifications such as H2S awareness are typically required. Excellent teamwork, adaptability, and effective communication help you coordinate with field crews and relay complex findings clearly. These skills are crucial to ensure accurate test results, safe operations, and effective collaboration in often challenging field conditions.

What does a typical day look like for someone working in well testing?

A typical day in Well Testing involves setting up and operating specialized equipment at well sites, monitoring pressure and flow data during test periods, and ensuring all operations comply with safety protocols. You’ll often work closely with drilling, production, and safety teams to plan and execute test procedures, and prepare detailed reports based on your findings. The role can involve long shifts, outdoor work in varying weather conditions, and sometimes travel to remote locations. This hands-on environment provides a mix of technical challenges and teamwork, which keeps the work dynamic and rewarding.

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Infographic showing various Well Testing job openings in Midland, TX as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% In-person, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,338 per year, or $37.7 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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