Bakken SWD Operator

Job overview

The Bakken SWD Operator role is onsite in the assigned area of Northwest North Dakota, with operators living onsite; Watford City is the listed location. Operator I base pay starts at $90,000. The role supports Goodnight Midstream’s operations and its stated focus on safe, efficient, dependable work. The operator monitors and maintains pipeline and site operations, performs inspections and routine maintenance, and supports crews and subcontractors. Accurate operational records and compliance inspections help keep the system running safely and efficiently.

What you'll do

• Review SCADA/Palantir alarms and prepare reports
• visit sites and inspect pipelines, equipment, and conditions
• monitor pressures, flow rates, and operational data
• perform valve inspections, block valve maintenance, leak checks, transfer pump operation, utility and pipeline locates, OneCall responses, and oversee safe excavation
• complete minor repairs and troubleshooting
• oversee Hydrovac crews and subcontractors
• support pumpers
• record operational data and complete monthly NORM, SPCC, and site inspections.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

bakken swd operator

operator i

pipeline operations

site inspections

scada

pump operations

mechanical troubleshooting

northwest north dakota

watford city nd

two-week hitch

14 consecutive days

12-hour shifts

7 am–7 pm

base pay starts at $90k

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• paid holidays and sick leave
• parental leave
• company-paid PPE
• free housing and food allowance for eligible positions
• performance bonus eligibility
• financial wellness and mental health resources.

Why this role

The schedule is two-week hitches of 14 consecutive days, with 12-hour shifts from 7 AM to 7 PM; overtime may be required. Operators must be ready to respond quickly to issues while off-shift during a hitch.

About the employer

Goodnight Midstream is hiring for this role. Industry: Support Activities for Oil and Gas Operations. Sector: 21.