Wood is currently seeking skilled Lease Operators to join our team. As a Production Oilfield Lease Operator, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operation and maintenance of oil and gas wells, as well as associated equipment and facilities within a specified production zone. Your primary duties will involve ensuring the safe and efficient operation of all equipment and facilities, monitoring production rates, and conducting routine maintenance and repairs as necessary.
This is a full-time position that may entail working on weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. You will report to the Production Manager and work from an oil and gas production site located in Karnes City/Tilden, TX.
Location: Karnes City/Tilden,TX
Work Schedule:
- 7x7 Rotation: You will work 40 hours straight, followed by 40 hours of overtime. Please note that due to the nature of this full-time, long-term position, candidates are required to reside within a 50-mile radius of the site. This schedule allows you to return home every night, and as such, there are no accommodations provided for man-camps or housing per diem. If you are open to relocating or have your own travel trailer, please indicate this in your resume/application.
Additional Benefits:
- Company Truck with Gas Card
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: This includes paid time off/vacation, medical, dental, vision, 401K with a company match, and more.
- All offers of employment are contingent on passing a drug and alcohol screening.
To apply for this position, candidates must have the authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship from Wood.
Responsibilities
- Prepares for and performs maintenance, taking readings, doing rounds, issuing work permits, following procedures, initiating work requests, writing procedures, and interfacing with support groups.
- Pro-actively monitors well and equipment performance, take appropriate action to maximize production.
- Works with support groups to optimize chemical pump rates based on production data (corrosion, paraffin, soap injection, etc.).
- Operate and optimize Artificial Lift Systems such as: wellhead compression, capillary strings, foamed injection, gas lifts and flow case equipment
- Facility and wellhead experience
- Conduct daily inspections of oil and gas wells, tanks, and pipelines to ensure safe and efficient operation
- Monitor production rates and make necessary adjustments to optimize production
- Perform routine maintenance on equipment and facilities, including replacing parts and repairing leaks
- Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment issues, and make necessary repairs or coordinate with maintenance personnel to resolve issues
- Ensure compliance with all safety and environmental regulations, policies, and procedures
- Maintain accurate records of production and maintenance activities
- Work collaboratively with other operators, engineers, and production personnel to ensure smooth and efficient production operations
Qualifications
- 3+ years direct experience with oil and gas production practices, equipment and terminology
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Basic knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems
- Ability to read and interpret technical documents, such as schematics and diagrams
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Willingness to work in a physically demanding and sometimes hazardous environment
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record
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