Lease Operator

Devon Energy•Hobbs, NM

24d•Onsite

About The Position

Devon is hiring a Lease Operator in Hobbs, New Mexico. The role prioritizes safety and compliance while conducting operational assessments of assigned wells, equipment, and plant facilities. The operator submits daily reports on well production, equipment performance, and maintenance activities; conducts production tests; monitors minor subsurface well maintenance (non-BOPE jobs); and helps ensure company equipment is maintained. The operator reviews operating parameters recorded in company systems when SCADA is unavailable and coordinates with Optimization Operators and DSC/PA regarding wells and lease activities. The role requires proficiency in ProdView, Eagle App, Cygnet, and Pi. The operator also supports moderately complex operational oversight at lease sites, prioritizes projects, and recommends ways to optimize operations. The position maintains regulatory, environmental, and safety compliance in coordination with Operations Engineers, Superintendents, Foremen, and the Environmental Health and Safety Department. It involves maintaining positive working relationships with public representatives, contractors, and surface owners, and serving as field-wide contact during emergencies or other significant events. The operator participates in training and incident investigations, promptly reports incidents, accidents, and near misses, and takes corrective action in emergency and non-emergency situations. A high school diploma or GED is required. Applicants need at least three years of relevant experience; experience in E&P operations, lease site management, equipment maintenance, pipeline operations, or a related field is preferred. Industry experience and OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Certification are preferred.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 3 years of relevant experience.
Demonstrated proficiency in ProdView, Eagle App, Cygnet, and Pi.
Skills in data collection and reporting, troubleshooting, equipment maintenance, SCADA systems, remote monitoring, wellhead operation, and production monitoring.
Competencies in oral and written communication, results orientation, active learning, digital literacy, and business acumen.
Strong understanding of safety and regulatory compliance, particularly regarding emissions and spills.

Nice To Haves

Relevant experience in E&P operations, particularly lease site management, equipment maintenance, pipeline operations, or a related field.
Industry experience.
OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Certification.

Responsibilities

Conduct operational assessments of assigned wells, equipment, and plant facilities.
Submit daily reports on well production, equipment performance, and maintenance activities.
Execute production tests and monitor minor subsurface well maintenance (non-BOPE jobs).
Ensure company equipment, including computers, vehicles, and analysis or test equipment, is maintained.
Review operating parameters recorded in systems when SCADA is unavailable.
Coordinate with Optimization Operators and DSC/PA concerning wells and lease activities.
Maintain regulatory, environmental, and safety compliance in coordination with operations leadership and the Environmental Health and Safety Department.
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.
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.
Follow SOPs and collaborate with maintenance teams to resolve operational issues effectively and promptly.
Prioritize projects, take corrective action in emergency and non-emergency situations, and recommend lease site operational improvements.
Recognize, analyze, and resolve complex problems at lease sites.