Lease Operator I

Gulfport Energy•St. Clairsville, OH

17h

About The Position

JOB SUMMARY: The Lease Operator is responsible for performing duties related to the daily operations and maintenance of assigned wells and production facilities safely and according to Company policy. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs daily inspections of assigned oil and gas leases Gauges and reports daily production of oil and water in storage tanks Reads gas meters, calculates, and reports daily produced gas volumes Monitors daily plunger runs on all plunger wells Inspects plungers, and performs gauge ring tests on a monthly basis on all plunger lift wells Reads, records, and reports tubing and casing pressures and choke sizes on assigned wells Inspects pipelines, valves, and flanges to detect malfunctions or leaks and makes repairs Operates natural gas compressors, refrigeration plants, JT plants, dehydrators, generators Performs daily readings and reporting on assigned compressors and chemical pumps Reports lease deficiencies and other problems to the supervisor Oversees the operation of artificial lift equipment, such as downhole pumps, plunger-lift, and pumping units Maintain production rates according to targets Minimize downtime and control LOE (Lease Operating Expenses) Inspects each location visited and repairs or makes recommendations to management for the repair Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management

Requirements

Ability to serve as a technical resource to supervisor for coordination of work with external contractor compressor companies
Ability to use the Internet, and operate iPhones, iPads, and laptop computers
Ability to make minor repairs to control valves and pilots
Knowledgeable in trouble shooting mechanical problems on equipment and ensure that the problem is solved
Ability to act as the initial point of contact for other lease operators on mechanical troubleshooting
Ability to create and manage project lists for each lease as needed
Proficient in the start-up and operation of each lease and its associated surface equipment
Knowledge and skills to operate artificial lift equipment, such as downhole pumps, programmable controllers, and pumping units
Ability to work rotational schedule that may require duties be performed any time of the day or on the weekends, holidays, etc.
Ability to effectively transfer mechanical knowledge to other employees
Ability to do simple math calculations (addition, subtraction, division and multiplication)
Ability to work over overtime and outside of normal operating hours as needed
Good communication skills to interact effectively with members of small and large teams
High School Diploma or equivalent
Strong mechanical aptitude with good working knowledge of all oil and gas surface production equipment and well automation
Strong background with compressor operations
Experience with Microsoft Office products
Ability to climb vessel ladders and work at heights up to 25 feet
Must be able to walk, stand, and otherwise navigate uneven rural terrain
This position requires walking or standing for extended periods in all types of terrain and working in environments of extreme temperatures (heat, cold, dust, etc.)
Must be able to manually open and close valves and other equipment
Must be able to use pipe wrenches and other applicable oilfield related tools
Exposure to loud noise, occupational hazards, or outdoor elements
Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and walkways as associated with oilfield environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk and hear
The employee frequently is required to use hands along with fingers, to type, squeeze, handle or feel materials
The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis, 75-100 lbs. on an occasional basis
The individual in this position is required to maintain an active and valid driver’s license in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulatory requirements.
This position also involves the operation of a company vehicle for work‑related travel and field operations; therefore, the individual must meet all company‑established driving eligibility standards, maintain a driving record that satisfies insurer and company requirements, and adhere to all applicable safety policies, procedures, and traffic regulations.

Responsibilities

Performs daily inspections of assigned oil and gas leases
Gauges and reports daily production of oil and water in storage tanks
Reads gas meters, calculates, and reports daily produced gas volumes
Monitors daily plunger runs on all plunger wells
Inspects plungers, and performs gauge ring tests on a monthly basis on all plunger lift wells
Reads, records, and reports tubing and casing pressures and choke sizes on assigned wells
Inspects pipelines, valves, and flanges to detect malfunctions or leaks and makes repairs
Operates natural gas compressors, refrigeration plants, JT plants, dehydrators, generators
Performs daily readings and reporting on assigned compressors and chemical pumps
Reports lease deficiencies and other problems to the supervisor
Oversees the operation of artificial lift equipment, such as downhole pumps, plunger-lift, and pumping units
Maintain production rates according to targets
Minimize downtime and control LOE (Lease Operating Expenses)
Inspects each location visited and repairs or makes recommendations to management for the repair
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management