Lease Operator (Contractor)

Description

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

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Oil and gas industry experience preferred
• 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