Elendil Resources

Geological Technician

About Elendil Resources

Elendil Resources LLC is a rapidly growing exploration & production company, focused on producing helium, natural gas, and oil from operated assets in the Midcontinent Region. Additional holdings include non-operated interests in wells across multiple basins throughout the Lower 48 states.  The company is rapidly headed towards vertical integration.

This position provides a unique opportunity to get onboard early, with a well-funded and dynamic operator in the process of growing its staff and operational footprint. The company’s culture emphasizes mutual respect, creativity/free-thinking, and constant collaboration between departments. Know-it-alls need not apply. We want really smart people that work well with others and have a good sense of humor. This is a workplace where “I don’t know, but I’ll find out” is an acceptable answer.

Position Description

The Geological Technician assists geologists, geophysicists, engineers, and landmen in the reception, loading, and distribution of geological and production data. This role is with a small but rapidly growing company and requires a candidate to be a self-starter and comfortable working independently across various functional groups. The Geological Technician will report directly to the Geoscience Department at Elendil Resources but will have constant interaction with the other departments. This is a full-time, hybrid position (1-2 days/week) in Waxahachie, Texas.

Key Responsibilities

• Load and update relevant data in various databases or software, including ArcGIS, Petra, and Kingdom (not an inclusive list)
• Maintain and curate geological databases and ensure data quality and integrity
• Organize scanned well files
• Compile and analyze geological, geophysical, mineral/lease, and engineering data
• Create and update maps of competitor activity on a periodic basis
• Assist with new drill and workover logistics and inventory management
• Follow all health, safety, and environmental regulations while conducting field and laboratory work

Required Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required if the candidate is well-qualified
• At least 1 year of experience as a Geotech or similar role
• A basic familiarity with well logs, core data, seismic data, production reports, GIS information, etc.
• As noted, this position is hybrid, so special preference will be given to candidates located in the DFW metroplex
• Willing to travel very occasionally (2-3Xs/year)
• Strong organizational, research, and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Valid ID
• Authorization to work in the United States

Required Software Experience

• ESRI ArcGIS, preferably ArcMap/ArcGIS Pro for Windows, version 3.0 or later
• S&P Global/IHS Petra
• Microsoft Office

Preferred Software Experience

• Kingdom
• Any petrophysical software (Interactive Petrophysics, Techlog, etc.)
• iWell and zdSCADA
• PowerBI
• Canvas (or similar CAD/drafting platforms)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Annual performance bonus eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Discounted life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Continuing education opportunities
• Mentorship
• Path for advancement

How to apply

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter describing your interest in a geological technician position. Please confirm in your application that you are local to the DFW Metro area or willing to relocate. Candidates selected for interviews will be contacted directly.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Pay: To be determined based on experience and qualifications but in line with standard industry salaries seen in exploration and production companies located in the United States.

Benefits Summary

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Paid time off
• Flexible work hours -If you get your work done & the various customers have what they need, nobody wants you to surf the internet or watch the clock, remotely or in the office. The hyper-efficient employee, provided the quality of their work is solid, will have better hours than is typical with similar roles quickly