Lease Operator II or III
Coyanosa, TX
Full Time
Mid Level
Job Title
Lease Operator II or III
Compensation
Level II: $39.50/hr
Level III: $47.40/hr
Location
Coyanosa – Weatherby Road
Schedule
14/14 – Nights
Must be available for callout as situations dictate.
Target Start Date
ASAP
Submittal Deadline
September 25, 2026
Tentative End Date
One year from starting
A&D Classification
Safety Sensitive
Scope
Responsible for the safe and efficient operation, monitoring, and maintenance preparation of wells, processing units, and related facilities. This position requires a strong focus on oil, gas, and water separation facility operations, along with major utilities and secondary expertise across all operations. This is a large project that includes on-site facility startup and the use of operating tools, procedures, work-permitting processes, and training. Candidates with new-facility startup and operations experience are highly desirable.
Tasks and Responsibilities
30-minute meeting conducted in person or by Zoom.
Lease Operator II or III
Compensation
Level II: $39.50/hr
Level III: $47.40/hr
Location
Coyanosa – Weatherby Road
Schedule
14/14 – Nights
Must be available for callout as situations dictate.
Target Start Date
ASAP
Submittal Deadline
September 25, 2026
Tentative End Date
One year from starting
A&D Classification
Safety Sensitive
Scope
Responsible for the safe and efficient operation, monitoring, and maintenance preparation of wells, processing units, and related facilities. This position requires a strong focus on oil, gas, and water separation facility operations, along with major utilities and secondary expertise across all operations. This is a large project that includes on-site facility startup and the use of operating tools, procedures, work-permitting processes, and training. Candidates with new-facility startup and operations experience are highly desirable.
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Responsible for personal safety and the safety of co-workers. Follows and enforces all safety rules.
- Serves as the primary operations contact for assigned facilities.
- Understands process flow, basic chemistry associated with the unit, major lineups, and all unit safety equipment, including isolation points.
- Reviews computer data and computer-generated schematics to ensure processes are optimized.
- Physically inspects and monitors equipment and work areas using sight, hearing, smell, and touch to ensure correct operation.
- Issues Safe Work Permits, requiring a high degree of proficiency regarding current operating conditions and the chemical, personnel, and process-safety risks associated with the operating unit.
- Performs gas testing as necessary to ensure the operating area is safe for specific maintenance activities.
- Performs process-monitoring activities, including gauging tanks, reading meters, accurately recording data, taking product samples, monitoring differential pressure and chemical-injection rates, and checking for leaks, freezing, and overheating.
- Performs visual maintenance by checking critical performance parameters such as temperature, pressure, level, flow rate, and vibration to ensure equipment remains within its defined operating envelope.
- Adjusts local process parameters, including temperature and pressure, to maintain product specifications within the optimal operating window.
- Keeps the company vehicle maintained and in good working condition.
- Coordinates oil sales and saltwater hauling as necessary.
- Maintains accurate electronic or paper gauge sheets and documents reasons for production changes.
- Checks control-valve positions to ensure valves are correctly positioned.
- Performs basic equipment maintenance, including adding lubricating oil or water, tightening valve packing, changing filters and steam traps, and clearing equipment.
- Communicates with the Production Foreman to remain informed of existing process conditions and report any changes made or needed.
- Performs winterization and summerization of equipment to maximize equipment efficiency.
- Monitors field equipment using electronic test equipment, including handheld monitors and computer-monitoring systems.
- Inspects safety valves, fire extinguishers, fire hoses, breathing apparatus, and other safety equipment.
- Participates in the continuous improvement of all assigned aspects of the business.
- Understands and performs work according to environmental policies and procedures.
- Executes work in a manner that eliminates or minimizes environmental impacts, including flaring emissions and oil spills.
- Assigns high priority to resolving environmental problems.
- Understands and follows all work rules while continuously improving job knowledge and skills.
- Demonstrates reliable attendance and the ability to work independently where appropriate.
- Supports the team in executing assigned tasks and meeting business objectives.
- High school diploma required.
- Previous experience in a closely related position.
- Must be able and willing to work a rotating shift.
- Must be available for callout as situations dictate.
- Ability to interact effectively in a multicultural environment.
- Ability to maintain, operate, and repair surface equipment associated with oil and gas production.
- Computer proficiency with good written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be physically able to lift more than 50 pounds and climb ladders and stairways.
- Must be able to use a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and other safety detectors and equipment.
- Agency-supplied ½-ton truck.
- Basic tools.
- Local candidates only; no per diem will be offered.
30-minute meeting conducted in person or by Zoom.
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