Lease Operator I

RWDY Inc.; Carlsbad (NM); Presencial; USD 43.000 - 59.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

RWDY Inc. in Carlsbad, NM is seeking a Lease Operator I to monitor and support oil and gas production operations, focusing on safe operations, routine inspections, troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and production optimization.

The role requires a high school diploma, valid driver's license, and 1–5+ years of oilfield experience; technical certification is preferred. Opportunity to work in a dynamic field with emphasis on safety and environmental compliance.

Formación

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical certification or associate degree preferred.
• Valid driver's license with clean record.
• 1–5+ years oilfield production operations experience preferred.
• Experience with wellsite production equipment and fluid handling.

Responsabilidades

• Monitor daily well performance and production rates.
• Optimize production and identify improvement opportunities.
• Inspect tanks, separators, treaters, and other production equipment.
• Operate and monitor production facilities and lease equipment.
• Troubleshoot well and facility issues.
• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Collect production data and maintain records.
• Coordinate repairs with maintenance, operations, and service providers.
• Ensure environmental and regulatory compliance.
• Support production targets while maintaining safety.

Conocimientos

Operate equipment

Troubleshooting

Read P&IDs

Reporting systems

Basic computer skills

Educación

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Driver's license

Descripción del empleo

Job Title

Lease Operator I

Compensation

$37/hr

Location

Carlsbad, NM

Schedule

8/6 rotation

Target Start Date

ASAP

Tentative End Date

One year from start date

Scope

The Lease Operator I monitors and supports oil and gas production operations, including well performance, production facilities, and lease equipment. The position focuses on safe operations, routine inspections, troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and production optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor daily well performance and production rates.
• Optimize production and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Inspect tanks, separators, treaters, and other production equipment.
• Operate and monitor production facilities and lease equipment.
• Troubleshoot well and facility issues.
• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Collect production data and maintain accurate records.
• Coordinate repairs with maintenance, operations, and service providers.
• Ensure environmental and regulatory compliance.
• Support production targets while maintaining safe operations.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical certification or associate degree in a related field preferred.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• 1-5+ years of oilfield production operations experience preferred.
• Experience with wellsite production equipment, compression, separation, and fluid handling.
• Knowledge of artificial lift systems, including rod pumps, ESPs, gas lift, and plunger lift, is beneficial.

Technical Skills

• Ability to operate and monitor production facilities and lease equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot well and facility issues.
• Ability to read and understand P&IDs, facility drawings, and operating procedures.
• Basic computer skills for reporting and production tracking systems.

Safety Requirements

• Strong commitment to HSE policies and procedures.
• Conduct JSAs, SWCs, and risk assessments before work.
• Participate in safety observations and reporting.
• Understand lockout/tagout (LOTO), permit-to-work systems, and emergency response procedures.

Physical and Schedule Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds.
• Ability to walk long distances over uneven terrain.
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and production equipment.
• Ability to work rotating schedules, call-outs, weekends, and holidays as required.

Desired Traits

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Effective communication skills and attention to detail.
• Team-oriented mindset.
• Ability to make sound operational decisions.