Field Maintenance Lead – Oil & Gas Operations

Discovery Natural Resources; Barnhart (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Discovery Natural Resources LLC seeks a Lead Maintenance Operator to support the Maintenance Foreman in daily activities across oil and gas production facilities. The role supervises contract crews and ensures safe, efficient maintenance while improving surface equipment reliability.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, plus 8 years of oil and gas maintenance experience or related industrial maintenance experience. Leadership and contractor coordination are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 8 years oil and gas maintenance experience.
• Experience leading maintenance operations and supervising contractors.
• Ability to operate in high-risk environments and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support the Maintenance Foreman in daily maintenance activities across production facilities.
• Supervise contract crews and ensure safe, efficient maintenance operations.
• Train and mentor maintenance personnel, driving operational efficiency.
• Coordinate field projects and align activities with company goals.

Skills

Leadership

Contractor management

Troubleshooting

Oil & gas maintenance

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical/vocational training

Job description

Discovery Natural Resources LLC seeks a Lead Maintenance Operator to support the Maintenance Foreman in daily activities across oil and gas production facilities. The role supervises contract crews and ensures safe, efficient maintenance while improving surface equipment reliability.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, plus 8 years of oil and gas maintenance experience or related industrial maintenance experience. Leadership and contractor coordination are essential in this role.