Lease Operator

This role will be primarily responsible for the following:

• Provide lease surveillance of Fieldwood Energy -operated properties to assure that the wells are producing at maximum rates allowed and related equipment and facilities are operating safely and efficiently
• Accurately measure and report daily production
• Prepare daily and monthly production reports
• Inspect facilities routinely for operational safety and environmental compliance
• Take fluid levels and well tests at least twice monthly and calculate downhole pump efficiency
• Accurately gauge production tanks on a daily basis
• Report complete production data in TOW
• Troubleshoot and repair day-to-day operational issues
• Keep accurate seal records
• Review amp readings to ensure pump units are in balance
• Ensure that all contractors and Fieldwood Energy personnel follow safety requirements and procedures
• Develop an awareness to look for ways to optimize production
• Track goals and plans for properties using Scout on a monthly basis
• Witness sales of oil and condensate (LACT meter provings, Crude Transfer tickets)
• Correct any unsafe conditions or practices immediately upon recognition
• Maintain and use safety equipment as required
• Ensure all warning signs are in place and in good condition
• Safeguard all company assets; be aware of any security violations and report immediately to supervisor
• Report any environmental incidents or potential incidents immediately
• Review all repair procedures and methods to ensure that safety hazards and environmental impact are minimized
• Read and be familiar with State Environmental Compliance Regulations
• Perform maintenance on lease equipment
• Check all surface equipment daily and all pumps for seal leaks and to ensure they are primed and operating properly
• Provide recommendations for increased profitability of lease
• Stay abreast of new production techniques
• Prepare written reports on ideas and changes wanted; include reasons why and cost, when possible
• Attend and participate in all safety meetings

Qualifications & Experience

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 5 years related work experience
• Must be proficient in all Microsoft applications and other PC based computer applications
• Ability to anticipate and recognize problems, then develop solutions with minimal coaching
• Ensures accuracy of all reports
• Familiarity of all lease equipment and functions
• Adequate knowledge to identify downhole problems
• Job is classified as medium physical work
• Occasionally may be required to lift, carry, push or pull 10-100 pounds
• Occasionally may require squatting, crawling, and climbing
• Frequently may require bending, reaching above shoulders, reaching to the floor, reading, writing, working at heights and working around moving machinery
• Frequently exposed to marked changes in weather conditions including temperature and humidity
• Continuously exposed to dust, fumes and gases
• Continuously works independently without supervision and requires quick or important decision making
• Must be able to drive a vehicle and have the ability to wear respirator protection and personal protective equipment, as required.