Lease Operator

Crescent Energy Management•Altamont, UT

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lease Operator performs duties in the Uintah Basin and is responsible for the daily operations of the oil and gas production equipment. The individual will maintain the production rate throughout the system, perform a daily operational check of assigned wells and production facilities, ensure that safety devices are functional, and test wells to determine production rates. The candidate will drive a designated route to monitor oil/natural gas well production; inspect lease access, wellhead equipment, and facility tanks, perform preventive maintenance and repairs as required. They will also examine gauges or charts, measure tank volumes and record data to prepare production reports.

Requirements

High School diploma required
Valid driver’s license is required with an acceptable driving record for our commercial auto policy
Proficient utilization of Microsoft Office
Awareness of cost metrics and analysis
Basic knowledge of downhole operations, failure analysis, best practices
Working knowledge of facility construction practices and standards
Working knowledge in the area of Health, Environmental Compliance and Safety
Demonstrate leadership abilities; takes initiative on team tasks
Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills
Background checks will be required of all candidates for consideration.
The successful candidate must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 2 years of oil and gas production experience is preferred
Candidates with an engineering degree and no experience will be considered

Responsibilities

Gauge production and test wells as required
Ensure proper reporting of production and downtime
Maintain production rate throughout the system
Daily production data entry
Optimize production from wells by adjusting Pump-Off-Controller setpoints, etc.
Diagnose well problems with a focus on ensuring production optimization
Ensure compliance with all Environmental, Health and Safety requirements
Actively engage with land owners and maintain strong relationships/communication to identify and resolve issues
May perform minor equipment repair
May participate in leading safety meetings and reviews
Conduct business with the highest ethical standards; demonstrate decision-making skills that ensure the safety of all persons associated with SM facilities
Other duties as assigned