Lease Operator

RWDY Inc.; Jal (NM); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

RWDY Inc. in Jal, NM seeks a Lease Operator to oversee surveillance and maintenance of oil and gas lease sites, record production data, monitor wells and equipment, and coordinate with engineers and planners.

The role requires a high school diploma, 4+ years Lease Operator experience, ability to work in H2S environments, and certifications (H2S, Safeland or RigPass) before start date. Workweek is 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., 10-hour days, for about 6–8 months, with compensation of $73.15 per hour plus a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 4+ years Lease Operator experience.
• Ability to safely wear self-contained breathing equipment and work in an H2S environment.
• H2S and Safeland or RigPass certifications before the start date.

Responsibilities

• Perform surveillance and upkeep of lease sites, including wells, equipment, and facilities.
• Record production volumes, well pressures, chemical usage, and operating data.
• Monitor subsurface maintenance on non-BOPE jobs and coordinate with engineers/DSC/PA.
• Maintain regulatory, environmental, and safety compliance; stop work when unsafe conditions exist.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Mechanical troubleshooting

Communication

H2S environment experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job Title

Lease Operator

Compensation

$73.15/hr
$50/day vehicle allowance

Location

Rattlesnake field, Jal, NM area

Schedule

8/6, day shift, 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; 10-hour days

Assignment Length

Expected to be 6–8 months

Scope

Perform surveillance and upkeep of oil and gas lease sites, including operational checks of wells, equipment, and facilities. Record production volumes, well pressures, chemical usage, and other operating data; enter run time, fuel usage, and operating parameters when SCADA is unavailable. Conduct production tests, make minor repairs, respond to well alarms, and coordinate with automation personnel. Monitor minor subsurface maintenance on non-BOPE jobs, including swab, slickline, plunger maintenance, hot oil/water, routine testing, chemical and scale treatments, fluid levels, and dynamometer work. Coordinate lease activities with engineers, the Optimization Operator, and DSC/PA. Maintain lease sites, communicate maintenance needs to the Planner Scheduler, verify run tickets, and support the delivery and receipt of materials and equipment. Maintain regulatory, environmental, and safety compliance. Stop work when unsafe conditions exist or are suspected, assist with field-wide communication during emergencies, and maintain working relationships with surface owners and government representatives.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• At least 4 years of Lease Operator experience.


• Ability to safely wear self-contained breathing equipment and work in an H2S environment.


• H2S and Safeland or RigPass certifications before the start date. Certification costs cannot be billed to Devon.


• Strong safety practices, communication, teamwork, and mechanical problem-solving skills.


• Oil and gas industry experience preferred.

Vehicle and Tools

Personal vehicle use only; fleet vehicle charges are not approved. The Lease Operator must provide the hand tools below. Tool costs cannot be billed to Devon.