The Lease Operator optimizes and maintains oil and gas production and lease expenses. 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. Develops and applies an understanding of lease issues. Strong personal commitment to safety and protecting the environment in all activities.

• Report daily production.
• Confirm all production/injection wells and production facilities are in functioning order.
• Run daily pumper routes to check tank gauges, maintain equipment.
• Perform operational checks of assigned wells, equipment, and facilities
• Conduct production tests and perform minor repairs
• Witness gauging and tests, ensuring accuracy of run tickets as required
• Represent the company in delivery/receipt of materials and equipment
• Maintain regulatory, environmental and safety compliance in conjunction with and through close coordination with the Operations Engineers, Superintendents, Foremen, and Environmental Health and Safety Department
• Secure and maintain all company equipment, including but not limited to computers, vehicles, and analysis or test equipment
• Possess the right and obligation to stop work if unsafe conditions exist or are suspected
• Provide field wide contact with all personnel in the event of emergency or other significant occurrences
• Maintain facilities painting, general upkeep, vegetation control, road maintenance etc.
• Maintain positive relationship with local, state, and Federal representatives and surface owners
• Train newly hired and/or less experienced lease operators
• Maximize profitability of assigned wells
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Oil and Gas Industry
• Experience in all types of artificial lift. Strong background in compression and gas lift
• Basic competency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong commitment to business ethics and EH&S
• Demonstrated ability to perform under pressure and time constraints
• Ability to easily adapt to changes in work environment, manage competing demands and deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events
• Ability to set priorities and follow through on projects with limited supervision
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person