Lease Operator II

Crescent Energy Management LLC; Dilley (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Crescent Energy Management LLC in Dilley, Texas, is seeking a dedicated professional to optimize oil and gas production while ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will manage lease expenses, prepare daily operational reports, and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders.

Applicants must demonstrate strong communication and leadership skills, possess a commitment to business ethics, and be able to handle pressure in a fast-paced environment. Opportunities for training new operators are included in the role.

Qualifications

• Bending, squatting, crouching, and kneeling.
• Ability to carry or lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Strong troubleshooting skills related to artificial lift types.

Responsibilities

• Optimize and maintain oil and gas production and lease expenses.
• Prepare and submit daily reports and records of well operations.
• Maintain regulatory, environmental, and safety compliance.
• Train newly hired and/or less experienced lease operators.

Skills

Strong commitment to business ethics

Demonstrated ability to perform under pressure

Adaptability to changes in the work environment

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Demonstrated leadership abilities

Job description

Crescent is a differentiated U.S. energy company committed to delivering value through a disciplined, returns‑driven growth strategy and consistent return of capital. Our long‑life, balanced portfolio combines stable cash flows from low‑decline 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.

Responsibilities

• Optimize and maintain oil and gas production and lease expenses while developing an understanding of lease issues.
• Prepare, maintain, and submit daily reports and records of daily gas and/or liquid volume, well pressure and volume of chemicals used, etc.
• Commit to HSE&R in all activities and perform operational checks of assigned wells, equipment and plant facilities.
• Ensure production volumes are entered, checked and accurate daily; conduct production tests and perform minor repairs.
• Witness gauging and tests, ensuring accuracy of run tickets as required.
• Represent the company in delivery/receipt of materials and equipment.
• Maintain regulatory, environmental and safety compliance in conjunction with Operations Engineers, Superintendents, Foremen and the Environmental, Health and Safety Department.
• Secure and maintain all company equipment, including computers, vehicles and analysis or test equipment.
• Stop work if unsafe conditions exist or are suspected.
• Provide field‑wide contact with all personnel in the event of emergency or other significant occurrences.
• Maintain positive relationships with local, state, federal representatives and surface owners.
• Train newly hired and/or less experienced lease operators.
• Maximize profitability of assigned wells.
• Possess a strong understanding of all artificial lift types and have strong troubleshooting skills.
• Drive a company vehicle lawfully.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to business ethics and H&S.
• Demonstrated ability to perform under pressure and time constraints.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment, manage competing demands, and handle frequent changes, delays or unexpected events.
• Ability to remain calm in potentially adversarial or stressful situations.
• Ability to set priorities and follow through on projects with limited supervision.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and initiative on team tasks.

Physical Requirements

• Bending, squatting, crouching, kneeling.
• Carrying or lifting a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Reaching, stooping, climbing, pushing, pulling, lifting, walking and standing.
• Smelling and hearing.
• Concentrating, driving and working extended hours in adverse weather conditions.

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.