Lease Operator

Description

Ensure proper operation of production equipment including wells, compressors and/or sales meters for gas & oil production by monitoring and adjusting equipment.

Provides daily measurement of oil, gas & saltwater production.

Change charts (where applicable) and keep written/electronic records of production.

Notifies oil transporter and vacuum trucks to haul oil & saltwater as necessary.

Performs preventive maintenance & maintain written records (where applicable) on pumping units, SED pumps, compressors, engines, and glycol units. Maintains & monitors chemical program. Promptly corrects deficiencies (replace non-working gauges, vales, etc.) as needed.

Identifies & research warning signals, adjust controls, troubleshoots & repairs equipment.

Performs daily inspection of all pressure vessels, storage tanks, pumps, flow lines, and containment structures for mechanical integrity.

Maintains a safe working environment by obeying all safety rules as outlined in the Safety Program & by reporting all accidents, unsafe conditions & acts to Management.

Gauge production on assigned wells and report gauge readings, downtime and other pertinent well information to district office.

Perform lease maintenance such as minor surface pump and production equipment repairs and adjustments; trim weeds, clean up trash, etc.; grease pumping units, service lease equipment, etc. -Note problems and/or recommend a course of actions to supervisor in order to decrease costs and increase production.

Assist in witnessing meter calibrations; monitor rates and pressures on injection and disposal wells; make necessary adjustments; monitor chemical use; and test safety systems daily to maximize daily production. Must be able to utilize software that customers use.

Perform work in a manner that ensures the secure and environmentally safe operation of all wells and leases for which the pumper is responsible.

Must be self-motivated, strong ethics, ability to work with minimum supervision, have reliable attendance and demonstrate flexible cooperative behavior in the workplace

Gauge production and test wells as required

Ensure proper reporting of production and downtime

Maintain production rate throughout the system

Optimize production from wells by adjusting Pump-Off-Controller setpoints, etc.

Diagnosing well problems with a focus on ensuring production optimization

Ensure compliance with all Environmental, Health and Safety requirements

Make 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 people Other duties as assigned

Responsible for operating, maintaining, and monitoring separators, dehydration equipment, compressors, meters, pumping equipment, well sites, and control devices to ensure optimum production.

Perform daily operational checks of assigned wells and production facilities to assure all equipment is operating and functioning properly.

Maintains reports detailing items such as production volumes, fluid production, chemicals used, monitoring well pressures, etc.

Makes minor necessary repairs on equipment to ensure minimal downtime while also considering company environment, safety, and health objectives.

Performs general site maintenance including site clean-up and minor facility repairs. Will be expected to perform site safety shutdowns as well as report any spills, complete daily Job Safety Analysis, Lock Out Tag Out as required.

Provide guidance and instruction to contract crews on well site. Requirements

High School Diploma,

3+ years' experience, current drivers' license with no restrictions, and strong work history.

Basic computer knowledge, self-starter with ability to work independently, troubleshooting and problem solving, and have a strong mechanical aptitude. Physical Demands and/or Work Environment:

Exposure to sun, extreme temperatures, loud noise, wind, dust

Ability to lift up to 50lbs or more with assistance

Bending, stooping, standing for long periods of time

Other duties assigned as needed