Lease Operator

Crescent Energy; Town of Texas, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Crescent Energy in Garden City, TX seeks a Lease Operator to monitor production, perform routine maintenance, and report well information using SCADA and production systems.

The role requires a high school diploma, 2 years lease operator experience, ability to drive a company vehicle, and basic computer skills. Willingness to work overtime and endure outdoor conditions is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of lease operator experience or related work.
• Must be able to drive a company vehicle.
• Basic computer skills; MS Word/Excel helpful.

Responsibilities

• Gauge production and record readings in the production system.
• Perform lease maintenance and simple equipment repairs.
• Observe safety procedures and report issues to supervisor.
• Assist with meter calibrations and monitor rates/pressures.
• Operate and monitor SCADA systems to assess well performance.

Skills

High school diploma

Lease experience

MS Word

MS Excel

Data entry

Safety compliance

Mechanical aptitude

Overtime readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

## Lease OperatorApply: Garden City, TX: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R462Crescent is a differentiated U.S. energy company committed to delivering value through a disciplined, returns-driven growth through acquisition strategy and consistent return of capital. Our long-life, balanced portfolio combines significant cash flow from stable production with a deep, high-quality development inventory. Crescent is a top three producer in the Eagle Ford basin and a scaled operator in each of the Permian and Uinta basins. Crescent’s leadership is an experienced team of investment, financial and industry professionals that combines proven investment and operating expertise. For more than a decade, Crescent and our predecessors have executed on a consistent strategy focused on cash flow, risk management and returns. Through disciplined and accretive investments, we have successfully tripled the size of our company since going public in December 2021 while maintaining a strong balance sheet. The **Lease Operator** is responsible for monitoring and reporting on production and other pertinent well information, and provides maintenance on production equipment. The position applies basic and some advanced skills to perform routine and complex operations using tools and equipment appropriate for the energy industry. Applies a general understanding of the technical concepts, practices, and procedures, and has a general knowledge of industry standards and government regulations related to the oil and gas industry. **PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Gauge production on assigned wells and record gauge readings, downtime and other pertinent well information into the production system.* Perform lease maintenance such as minor surface pump and production equipment repairs and adjustments; trim weeds, clean up trash, etc.; grease pumping units, service lease equipment, etc.* Note problems and/or recommend course of action to the supervisor to minimize costs and maximize production.* Assist in witnessing meter calibrations; monitor rates and pressures on injection and disposal wells; monitor chemical use; test safety systems daily to maximize production.* Assist with pump and compressor maintenance such as oil changes, obtaining oil samples for analysis, tests, and repairs.* Attend and participate in daily production meetings, monthly safety meetings, and quarterly well reviews.* Utilize SCADA to monitor and evaluate well performance and facility status, respond to SCADA alarms if required.* Perform work in a manner that ensures the secure and environmentally safe operation of all wells, equipment, and leases for which the Lease Operator is responsible.* Conduct other tasks as required by the supervisor, which are unique to the assigned geographic area.* Must be self-motivated, have strong ethics, ability to work with minimum supervision, have reliable attendance, and demonstrate flexible cooperative behavior in the workplace. **EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:** * High school diploma or GED required.* A minimum of 2 years of lease operator experience or related experience preferred.* Must meet and maintain eligibility requirements to drive a company vehicle.* Must have a general knowledge of safe oil and gas production operations.* Must have experience using computers and inputting data, use of MS Word and MS Excel is a plus.* Must have an interest in gaining knowledge of engineering principles and an understanding of subsurface and surface equipment and operations.* Must be able to perform simple mathematic calculations, have a good mechanical aptitude, good writing skills and a good safety and driving record.* Must be dependable and have ability to work overtime, if necessary. **WORKING CONDITIONS:**Work is normally performed outdoors where exposure to conditions of extreme heat/cold, fumes and gases is common. Noise level is moderate to loud and includes sounds of construction, equipment operations, and trucks and similar equipment. Job hazards include working in normal light and heavy construction activities and working around pressured propane, water, electricity, and waste lines and under all weather conditions. May work in areas where H2S is present. Overtime is sometimes required. **PHYSICAL DEMANDS:**Work normally requires finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination to operate computer keyboard at moderate skill level. Work may require frequent pushing, pulling, or carrying 50 to 75 pound objects such as tools, equipment work operations. Work involves standing and walking most of the time but will also involve sitting and driving for extended periods sometimes over rough terrain. *Crescent Energy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender/pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Crescent Energy is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please let us know by contacting* *[e-mail]**.*