Lease Operator

Devon Energy•Hobbs, NM

26d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lease Operator prioritizes safety and regulatory compliance while assessing assigned wells, equipment, and plant facilities. The operator submits daily reports on well production, equipment performance, and maintenance, conducts production tests, monitors minor subsurface well maintenance (non-BOPE jobs), and helps maintain company equipment. The role includes reviewing operating parameters when SCADA is unavailable and coordinating with Optimization Operators and DSC/PA regarding wells and lease activities. The operator demonstrates proficiency in ProdView, Eagle App, Cygnet, and Pi; assists with moderately complex operational oversight at lease sites; prioritizes projects; and recommends ways to optimize operations. The operator maintains positive relationships with local, state, and federal representatives, contractors, and surface owners, and provides field-wide contact during emergencies or other significant occurrences. In coordination with Operations Engineers, Superintendents, Foremen, and the Environmental Health and Safety Department, the operator maintains regulatory, environmental, and safety compliance. The role also includes representing the company in the delivery and receipt of materials and equipment, participating in training, promptly reporting incidents, accidents, and near misses, and taking part in incident investigations. The operator develops an understanding of lease-site operational issues and works with maintenance teams on timely, effective solutions. The role requires following SOPs, recognizing and resolving complex operational problems, and taking corrective action in emergency and non-emergency situations, with particular attention to emissions and spills. The position is located in Hobbs, New Mexico.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
At least 3 years of relevant experience, preferably in E&P Operations involving Lease Site Management, Equipment Maintenance, Pipeline Operations, or a related field.
Industry experience is preferred.
Skills in data collection and reporting, troubleshooting, equipment maintenance, SCADA systems, remote monitoring, wellhead operation, and production monitoring.
Oral and written communication, results orientation, active learning, digital literacy, and business acumen.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Certification.

Responsibilities

Conduct operational assessments of assigned wells, equipment, and plant facilities.
Submit daily assessment reports on well production, equipment performance, and maintenance activities.
Execute production tests and monitor minor subsurface well maintenance (non-BOPE jobs).
Maintain company equipment, including computers, vehicles, and analysis or test equipment.
Review operating parameters recorded in systems when SCADA is unavailable.
Coordinate with Optimization Operators and DSC/PA concerning wells and lease activities.
Assist with moderately complex oversight operational tasks at lease sites, prioritize projects, and recommend operational optimizations.
Maintain positive relationships with local, state, and federal representatives, contractors, and surface owners.
Provide field-wide contact with personnel during emergencies or other significant occurrences.
Represent the company in the delivery and receipt of materials and equipment.
Maintain regulatory, environmental, and safety compliance in coordination with operations and EHS personnel.
Participate in training programs to enhance lease-site operations skills and knowledge.
Promptly report incidents, accidents, and near misses to supervisors and participate in incident investigations.
Develop understanding of lease-site operational issues and collaborate with maintenance teams to implement timely, effective solutions.
Follow SOPs and take corrective action to resolve complex problems in emergency and non-emergency situations.