Lease Operator II

Citation Oil & Gas Corp.; Cheyenne Wells (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Citation Oil & Gas Corp. is looking for a knowledgeable Lease Operator to operate and maintain wells in Cheyenne Wells, Colorado. This position demands a proactive approach toward monitoring production and ensuring safety compliance across all assigned routes.

The ideal candidate will have a high school education or G.E.D., with preferences for those who can operate breathing equipment and perform physical tasks. Join our team and be a part of our commitment to excellence in the oil and gas industry.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate and maintain wells and equipment.
• Knowledge of oil, water, and gas production monitoring.
• Understanding of regulatory compliance and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains all wells and equipment on assigned route.
• Monitors and records production from assigned leases.
• Performs routine maintenance and oversees third-party services.

Education

High School education or G.E.D.

Job description

Career Opportunities with Citation Oil & Gas Corp.

Citation is one of the largest privately‑held independent oil and gas acquisition, development, and production companies in the United States. Founded in 1981 by Forrest E. Harrell, Sr., Citation has built a significant portfolio of mature, long‑life producing properties through disciplined acquisitions, focused operations, and subsequent development. The company has an enviable track record in attracting and retaining high‑quality talent, a stable long‑term business model, and a corporate culture that emphasizes working smart, doing business the right way, and rewarding both performance and technical achievement. We are looking for talented and driven individuals to join our team, where you will have the opportunity to make a tangible impact helping to shape the future of our company and industry.

Responsibilities

• This is the 2nd level of lease operator expertise. Operates and maintains all wells and equipment on assigned route. Conducts all operations in a safe manner and in compliance with all applicable rules and regulations of the regulatory agencies.
• Makes repairs as required and oversees third‑party services when necessary to utilize.
• Accurately monitors and records the oil, water, and gas production from assigned leases and reports any changes to the Production Foreman.
• Performs routine maintenance on well and production facility equipment.
• Reports problems (including leaks/spills) to the Production Foreman and repairs as required.
• Clear understanding of chemical programs on assigned leases and monitors chemical usage.
• Knowledgeable of the location and operating pressures of all flow lines and injection lines and is also familiar with any lines owned and operated by other companies on Citation’s leases.
• Keeps well sites and facilities free of trash.
• Accurately tests wells on each lease on a monthly basis. Maintains written records of tests and reports them to the Production Foreman.
• Shoots fluid levels on wells as directed by Production Foreman.
• Knowledge in operating of all downhole and surface production equipment.

Qualifications

• High School education or G.E.D.
• Employment contingent upon being able to wear all types of breathing air equipment, pass a pulmonary function test and a fit test.
• Successful completion of industry schools as scheduled by Citation.
• Successful completion of safety and regulatory training as scheduled by Citation.

Physical Requirements

• Job duties require working outdoors year‑round in all weather conditions.
• Climbing stairs 20ft in height while wearing breathing apparatus.
• Ability to move in and out of trenches during line repairs, carrying tools and wearing breathing air equipment.
• Lifting up to 50lbs, pushing and pulling required.