Lease Operator I – Job Description Duties & Responsibilities - Use various surface and subsurface tools to evaluate the characteristics of the formations within a wellbore to determine economic viability - Regularly test for oil, gas, and water production and shoot fluid levels - Assist with gathering accurate reliable data throughout the shift - Record surface pressures, gas and liquid rates, and determine a well’s production viability - Conduct tests and recording data about flow rate, pressure, salinity or other production factors - Assist with the preventative and regular maintenance of all testing equipment - Attend all failure analysis meetings & provide needed information - Ability to run Dyno’s and evaluate information - Monitor control panels and operating POC controls - Ability to relieve Lease Operators on all routes - Perform other various tasks as assigned by the Foreman Skills & Specifications - Ability to work with a diverse team to achieve production and cost targets - Has integrity, good communication skills, and a positive attitude - Strong work ethic - Comfortable working in a fast-paced high-pressure production environment - Has basic computer skills; data entry into various electronic databases or the ability to learn - Must interact well with members of the drilling crew and supervisors to improve job performance - Maintains good housekeeping in all areas of responsibility - Must follow all government, industry and company regulations and policies which affect the workplace and the work being carried out - Willing to travel - Must possess experience assembling and attaching equipment, tools or recorders to drill stem or wireline to conduct required procedures and tests Education & Qualifications - Possess a valid driver’s license, CDL a plus (may be required in some locations) - Legally authorized to work in the United States - Able to pass a pre-employment drug and background check - Must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited, state-certified program - Certifications from trade schools and/or professional organizations are preferred - Must be capable and willing to work overtime as required and participate in an on-call rotation - Knowledgeable in operating and maintaining equipment within oil and gas facilities preferred - Capable of lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling up to 50lbs - Capable of vigorous outdoor activities and have manual dexterity with physical ability to work extended hours, climbing, bending, kneeling, squatting, working with arms extended above the head, twisting upper body, standing for long periods, working in confined spaces, exposure to extreme weather conditions, driving a vehicle, operation of forklifts and light industrial equipment
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees