Lease Operator

TXO Partners; Aztec (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

TXO Partners seeks a field operations assistant to support daily oilfield activities. You will perform regular well-site visits, monitor production, and record gauge data.

The role requires handling gauges, recording measurements, and ensuring the integrity of field instruments in outdoor conditions. Responsibilities include maintaining safety and environmental records, inspecting gas measurement devices, and assisting with data collection and reporting.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver’s license.
• Able to work outdoors in extreme temperatures.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to climb stairs and work in field environments.

Responsibilities

• Visit wells regularly (at least 3 times per week; some sites daily).
• Optimize and increase production where possible.
• Gauge oil and water tanks weekly; record on daily reports and PRODVIEW.
• Inspect and test gas flow measurement equipment; ensure accurate meter-card data.

Skills

Physical stamina

Valid driver’s license

Job description

• Regular and frequent well site visitation (visit each well at least 3 times/week and leases with critical equipment may require daily visitation frequency). Do not utilize computer data analysis as a substitute for physical, on-site operational visitation.
• Optimize and increase production where possible
• Gauge oil and water tanks a minimum of once weekly (record gauges on daily reports and in PRODVIEW). Inspect the condition of the tanks and look for leaks-bad valves-unexplained decreases in volume-broken or missing seals-labels/signs Maintain an accurate seal registry (notebook).
• Keep field oil volumes minimal with a focus on minimizing volumes before winter months
• Review production once/week to verify accuracy of reporting (gas, oil, and water)
• Adjust gas and oil production volumes to known and recorded field volumes if necessary, input oil sales and water drains
• Verify month-end gauges before the 5th of the next month
• Obtain and accurately record production and operational information and data each visit
• Inspect and test the proper function of gas flow measurement equipment
• Ensure and record the accuracy of current information on the meter-card (plate size, gas sample, and inspection/calibration dates)
• Oil and water production (tank/pit gauges) (also check gauge reference points)
• Make note of safety and environmental problems-make necessary corrections and notify foreman
• Cut weeds around well heads, tank berms, meter houses, burners, or other areas of daily operations (not entire location) Lease road or access road conditions
• Check signs and labels for legibility and accuracy of information
• Perform visual inspection of pressure relief equipment to ensure proper functionality and integrity
• Proper handling and care for electronic instruments and tools
• Must have the ability to climb stairs and physically lift 50 pounds
• Must be able to work in extreme outdoor temperatures
• Assist in the training of less experienced workers
• Proper care and operation of company vehicles
• Must have a valid Driver’s License
• Must be able to comply with all company policies and procedures

Equal Opportunity Employer

Prospective employees will receive consideration without discrimination because of race, color, religion, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran status, disability or genetic information.