Lease Operator

Crescent Energy Finance•Monahans, TX

About The Position

The Lease Operator monitors and reports production and other pertinent well information and performs maintenance on production equipment. The role uses basic and some advanced skills to perform routine and complex operations with tools and equipment used in the energy industry. It requires a general understanding of technical concepts, practices, and procedures, along with general knowledge of oil and gas industry standards and government regulations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
General knowledge of safe oil and gas production operations.
Must meet and maintain eligibility requirements to drive a company vehicle.
Experience using computers and entering data.
Interest in learning engineering principles and understanding subsurface and surface equipment and operations.
Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations.
Good mechanical aptitude and writing skills.
Good safety and driving record.
Dependability and ability to work overtime if necessary.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of lease operator experience or related experience is preferred.
Knowledge of MS Word and MS Excel is a plus.

Responsibilities

Gauge production on assigned wells and enter gauge readings, downtime, and other relevant well information into the production system.
Perform lease maintenance, including minor surface pump and production equipment repairs and adjustments, weed trimming, trash cleanup, greasing pumping units, and servicing lease equipment.
Identify problems and recommend actions to the supervisor to minimize costs and maximize production.
Assist with witnessing meter calibrations; monitor rates and pressures on injection and disposal wells; monitor chemical use; and test safety systems daily.
Assist with pump and compressor maintenance, including oil changes, obtaining oil samples for analysis, testing, and repairs.
Attend and participate in daily production meetings, monthly safety meetings, and quarterly well reviews.
Use SCADA to monitor and evaluate well performance and facility status, and respond to SCADA alarms when required.
Work to ensure the secure and environmentally safe operation of assigned wells, equipment, and leases.
Perform other tasks required by the supervisor that are specific to the assigned geographic area.
Maintain reliable attendance and demonstrate self-motivation, strong ethics, the ability to work with minimal supervision, and flexible, cooperative behavior.