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Lead Measurement Technician


Job Location:

Carrizo Springs, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 18 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 15 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Crescent is a differentiated U.S. energy company committed to delivering value through a disciplined returns-driven growth through acquisition strategy and consistent return of capital. Our long-life balanced portfolio combines stable cash flows from low-decline production with a deep high-quality development inventory.

Crescent is a top three producer (by gross operated production) in the Eagle Ford basin. Crescents leadership is an experienced team of investment financial and industry professionals that combines proven investment and operating expertise. For more than a decade Crescent and our predecessors have executed on a consistent strategy focused on cash flow risk management and returns.Through disciplined and accretive investments we have successfully tripled the size of our company since going public in December 2021 while maintaining a strong balance sheet.

The Lead Measurement Technician is responsible for overseeing the installation maintenance calibration troubleshooting and compliance of oil and gas measurement equipment and systems. This role provides technical leadership to field measurement technicians ensures accurate custody transfer measurement maintains regulatory and company compliance standards and supports operational reliability across production pipeline and facility assets.

The Lead Measurement Technician serves as the primary field expert for measurement systems flow computers analyzers meters proving activities and associated instrumentation.

Key Responsibilities

Measurement Operations & Maintenance

  • Lead daily measurement operations for oil gas and water measurement systems.

  • Install configure troubleshoot calibrate and maintain:

    • Gas and liquid meters

    • Flow computers

    • RTUs and communication systems

    • Pressure and temperature transmitters

    • Gas chromatographs and analyzers

    • LACT units and meter runs

    • Tank gauging systems

  • Perform meter proving and verification activities.

  • Diagnose and resolve measurement discrepancies and equipment failures.

  • Ensure accurate data collection and reporting for custody transfer and production accounting.

  • Willing to drive throughout STX sites 1234

Leadership & Team Oversight

  • Provide leadership mentoring and technical guidance to field measurement technicians.

  • Coordinate technician schedules priorities and field assignments.

  • Support onboarding and technical training of new personnel.

  • Promote safe work practices and accountability within the team.

  • Serve as field lead during outages startups and major troubleshooting events.

Compliance & Documentation

  • Ensure compliance with:

    • API standards

    • AGA standards

    • Company operating procedures

    • Federal state and local regulations

  • Maintain accurate calibration maintenance and inspection records.

  • Review measurement reports and investigate volume variances or abnormal trends.

  • Assist with internal and external measurement audits.

Technical Support & Optimization

  • Support operations engineering automation and accounting teams with measurement-related issues.

  • Recommend improvements to increase measurement accuracy reliability and efficiency.

  • Participate in commissioning of new facilities and measurement equipment.

  • Assist with SCADA integration and communication troubleshooting.

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required; technical degree preferred.

  • 5 years of oil & gas measurement or instrumentation experience.

  • Strong knowledge of:

    • Gas and liquid measurement principles

    • Flow computers (ROC OMNI Totalflow etc.)

    • SCADA and communication systems

    • Instrument calibration and troubleshooting

    • AGA/API standards

  • Valid drivers license with acceptable driving record.

  • Ability to travel to field locations as required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Leadership or supervisory experience.

  • Experience with custody transfer measurement.

  • Familiarity with PLCs automation systems and networking.

  • Relevant industry certifications or training.

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills

  • Leadership and team coordination

  • Attention to detail and accuracy

  • Communication and documentation skills

  • Time management and independent decision-making

  • Commitment to safety and compliance

Work Environment

  • Combination of field and office work.

  • Frequent travel to remote oil and gas facilities.

  • Exposure to outdoor weather conditions industrial equipment and hazardous environments.

  • Ability to work after hours or on-call when needed.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

  • Ability to climb stairs ladders and work around industrial equipment.

  • Ability to stand walk and work outdoors for extended periods.

Success Metrics

  • Measurement accuracy and system reliability

  • Reduction in downtime and lost measurement

  • Compliance audit performance

  • Timely completion of calibrations and maintenance

  • Team productivity and safety performance

Crescent Energy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race color religion gender/pregnancy gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age veteran status or any other legally protected status. Crescent Energy is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. If you require accommodation to complete the application process please let us know by contacting .


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