Lease Operator II
Big Lake, TX
Full Time
Mid Level
Job Title: Lease Operator II
Compensation: $39.50/hr
Location: Permian – Big Lake
Schedule: Days – 9 on/5 off
Target Start Date: ASAP
Tentative End Date: One year from starting
Scope
MAIN FUNCTIONS
Responsible for the safe and efficient operations, monitoring and maintenance preparation of wells, processing units and related facilities. This position requires a strong focus on oil, gas and water separation facilities operations along with major utilities and secondary expertise in all operations. This is a large project, which includes not only on-site facility start-up but also utilization of operating tools, procedures, work-permitting and training. Candidates with experience in new facilities startup and operations are very desirable.
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Compensation: $39.50/hr
Location: Permian – Big Lake
Schedule: Days – 9 on/5 off
Target Start Date: ASAP
Tentative End Date: One year from starting
Scope
MAIN FUNCTIONS
Responsible for the safe and efficient operations, monitoring and maintenance preparation of wells, processing units and related facilities. This position requires a strong focus on oil, gas and water separation facilities operations along with major utilities and secondary expertise in all operations. This is a large project, which includes not only on-site facility start-up but also utilization of operating tools, procedures, work-permitting and training. Candidates with experience in new facilities startup and operations are very desirable.
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for personal safety and the safety of co-workers. Follows and enforces all safety rules.
- Primary operations contact for their facilities. Understands process flow, basic chemistry associated with the unit, major line-ups, and all unit safety equipment, including isolation points. Reviews computer data and computer-generated schematics to ensure the process is optimized.
- Physically inspects and monitors equipment and/or the work area using vision, hearing, smell, and touch to ensure correct operation.
- Issues Safe Work Permits, which involves a high degree of proficiency on current operating conditions as well as chemical, personnel and process safety risks associated with the operating unit.
- Performs gas testing as necessary to ensure the operating area is safe to allow for specific maintenance activities to be performed.
- Process monitoring activities include gauging tanks, reading meters, accurately recording data, taking product samples, checking differential pressure and chemical injection rates, and checking for leaks, freezing, overheating, etc.
- Performs “visual maintenance” by checking critical performance parameters such as temperature, pressure, level, flow rate, and/or vibration to ensure all equipment is operating within its defined operating envelope.
- Adjusts local process parameters (temperature, pressure, etc.) to maintain product specifications within their optimal operating window.
- Keeps Company Vehicle maintained and in good working condition.
- Coordinates oil sales and salt water hauling as necessary.
- Maintains accurate electronic or paper gauge sheets properly and notes reasons for production changes.
- Checks control valve positions to ensure valves are correctly positioned.
- Performs basic equipment maintenance (adding lube oil, water, tightening valve packing, changing filters and steam traps, clearing equipment, etc.).
- Communicates with Production Foreman to remain informed of existing process conditions and relate any changes made or needed.
- Performs winterization and summarization of equipment for maximum equipment efficiencies.
- Monitors field equipment using electronic test equipment, including handheld monitors and computer monitoring equipment.
- Inspects safety valves, fire extinguishers, fire hoses, breathing apparatus, and other safety equipment.
- Participates in continuous improvement of all aspects of the business that they are assigned to execute.
- Understands and performs work according to environmental policies and procedures. Executes work in a manner that eliminates or minimizes environmental impacts (flaring emissions, oil spills, etc.). Attaches a high priority to resolving environmental problems.
- Understands and follows all working rules. Continuously improves job knowledge and skills.
- Demonstrates reliable attendance. Able to work independently where appropriate. Supports the team effort to execute assigned tasks and meet the team’s business objectives.
- High School diploma is required.
- Previous experience in a closely related position.
- Must be able and willing to work on a rotating shift.
- Must be available for call out as the situation dictates.
- Ability to interact effectively in a multicultural environment.
- Ability to maintain, operate and repair surface equipment associated with the production of Oil & Gas.
- Computer proficient with good written and oral communication skills.
- Must be physically able to lift >50 lbs and climb ladders/stairways.
- Must be able to use a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and other safety detectors and equipment.
- Troubleshooting surface equipment – hands-on role – less paperwork on nights.
- Diagnosing and resolving alarms.
- Data trending using SCADA.
- Comfortable working independently.
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