Maintenance Operator

Devon Energy•Hobbs, NM

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Operator works under general supervision to maintain equipment at oil and gas facilities, inspect equipment for potential issues and safety compliance, and repair or replace equipment as needed. The role performs moderately complex maintenance tasks to support reliable operations, reduce downtime, and improve efficiency. It also maintains company equipment such as computers, vehicles, and analysis or test equipment, and helps ensure regulatory, environmental, and safety compliance. The position is located in Hobbs, New Mexico. The operator coordinates with Maintenance Planners, Operations Engineers, Superintendents, Foremen, and the Environmental Health and Safety Department. The role also maintains working relationships with government representatives and landowners, supports emergency communications, trains less experienced operators, and contributes to job planning, cost tracking, quality control, and work-order completion.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 3 years of relevant experience.
Skills in inspection and preventive maintenance, safety standards, troubleshooting, mechanical work, equipment maintenance, quality control, vendor coordination, and recordkeeping.
Competencies in oral and written communication, results orientation, active learning, digital literacy, and business acumen.

Nice To Haves

Relevant experience in E&P Operations, particularly control, design, and operation of oil and gas facilities or lease operations with maintenance responsibilities.
Industry experience.

Responsibilities

Perform moderately complex corrective maintenance, including work on tank valves, seat and trim, dump controllers, Kimray valves, water transfer, pumping unit stuffing boxes, sump pots, and ball valves, according to the planner-scheduler’s schedule.
Repair or replace well-site equipment and pneumatic equipment while maintaining environmental compliance and well-site control.
Coordinate with maintenance and operations personnel to maintain regulatory, environmental, and safety compliance.
Assist with oversight tasks, including developing and implementing standard operating procedures, prioritizing projects, and recommending operational improvements.
Collaborate with the Maintenance Planner to streamline cycle times, identify pre-job planning steps, and close work orders promptly.
Maintain positive relationships with local, state, and federal representatives and landowners.
Secure and maintain company equipment, including computers, vehicles, and analysis or test equipment.
Identify, analyze, and resolve moderately complex problems, taking corrective action in emergency and non-emergency situations.
Stop work when conditions are unsafe and promote a secure work environment.
Provide field-wide contact with personnel during emergencies or other significant occurrences.
Follow and promote safety protocols, regulatory standards, and company policies.
Train newly hired or less experienced maintenance operators.
Maintain batteries, wells, and plants to support efficient production operations.
Implement quality-control measures to ensure maintenance work meets established standards.
Plan jobs, track costs, and report job expenses.
Execute work orders promptly and safely, then accurately close and verify them.