Lease Operator I

Apache Corporation; Pyote (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Apache Corporation is looking for a pumper in Pyote, Texas, responsible for gauging production on assigned wells and performing maintenance on production equipment. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least 1 year of relevant experience.

The role requires good mechanical aptitude and proficiency in safe oil and gas operations. The company emphasizes environmental safety and offers opportunities for skills development.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in safe oil and gas production operations.
• Good writing skills and a safety and driving record.

Responsibilities

• Gauge production on assigned wells and report findings.
• Perform lease maintenance and equipment repairs.
• Assist in witnessing meter calibrations and monitor rates.
• Conduct tasks ensuring secure and environmentally safe operation.

Skills

Safe oil and gas production operations

Mathematic calculations

Mechanical aptitude

PC based computer applications

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Responsibilities

• Gauge production on assigned wells, and report gauge readings, downtime and other pertinent well information to district office.
• Perform lease maintenance such as minor surface pump and production equipment repairs and adjustments; trim weeds, clean up trash, etc.; change stuffing boxes, grease pumping units, service lease equipment, etc.
• Note problems and/or recommend courses of action to supervisor in order to decrease costs and increase production.
• Assist in witnessing meter calibrations; monitor rates and pressures on injection and disposal wells; make necessary adjustments; monitor chemical use; shoot fluid levels as required and test safety systems daily to maximize daily production.
• Assist with downhole pump changes, tubing replacement, etc. on artificially lifted wells; assist with pump and compressor maintenance such as oil changes, obtaining oil sample for analysis, pulling compressor valves, tests and repairs.
• Perform work in a manner that ensures the secure and environmentally safe operation of all wells and leases for which pumper is responsible.
• Conduct other tasks as required by supervisor which are unique to the assigned geographic area.

Qualifications & Experience

• High school diploma
• 1+ years of relevant experience
• Must have a general knowledge of safe oil and gas production operations.
• 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 good mechanical aptitude, good writing skills and have a good safety and driving record.
• Demonstrated proficiency with PC based computer applications.

Core Competencies

• Communication: Writes, speaks, and presents information effectively and persuasively across communication setting;
• Results: Pursues work with energy, drive, and results orientation to positively impact Apache's business success;
• Collaboration: Works in partnership with others and encourages different perspectives, while building and maintaining trust;
• Culture: Willingness and ability to align one's behavior with the needs, priorities, and goals of Apache.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

To provide genuine equal opportunity to all people, it is the policy of Apache Corporation and its subsidiaries to base all employment-related decisions and actions exclusively on employment-related criteria. To provide genuine equal opportunity to all people, it is the policy of Apache Corporation and its subsidiaries to provide broad dissemination of job opportunities, as consistent with the nature of the positions. To provide genuine equal opportunity to all people, it is the policy of Apache Corporation and its subsidiaries to review its employment-related policies and actions on a regular basis to ensure that their application is consistent with their intent.