Lease Operator II

Occidental Petroleum Corporation; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Occidental Petroleum Corporation in Midland, TX seeks an experienced Lease Operator to oversee oil and gas well operations and field equipment maintenance. You will monitor production, perform testing, and ensure accurate data entry while adhering to safe work practices.

The role involves working non-scheduled call-outs and collaborating with a multi-discipline team to optimize production and minimize costs. A strong safety mindset is essential for success in this field.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; relevant college or technical training is a plus.
• Solid mechanical troubleshooting ability and basic math/analytical skills.
• Proficient with MS Windows and general computer use.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to work in a team or independently.
• Commitment to safe work practices and environmental stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor oil and gas wells and surface facilities.
• Test wells and maintain production data and databases.
• Perform routine maintenance on field equipment and ensure safe operations.
• Coordinate with team to prioritize tasks and respond to issues.
• Support non-scheduled call-outs outside normal business hours.

Skills

Driver's License

MS Windows

Mechanical troubleshooting

Communication skills

Teamwork

Math & analytical skills

Self-starter

Multi-tasking

Environmental & safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Some college or technical training

Job description

Oxy produces, markets and transports oil and natural gas to maximize value and provide resources fundamental to life.

The company leverages its global leadership in carbon management to advance lower-carbon technologies and products.

Headquartered in Houston, Oxy primarily operates in the United States, Middle East and North Africa.

To learn more, visit Oxy

Oxy strives to attract and retain talented employees by investing in their professional development and providing rewarding opportunities for personal growth.

Our goal is to meet the highest employer standards by ensuring the health and safety of our employees, protecting the environment and positively impacting our communities where we do business.

We are looking for an experienced and motivated individual to fill the position Lease Operator within our OxyRock group based in Midland, Texas area.

This position is responsible for oil and gas well operations, well testing, operating and maintaining field equipment and facilities, surveillance of general field operations and maintenance of various databases regarding production and operations.

Non-scheduled call-outs outside normal business hours can be expected.

Types of well include flowing, beam pump (with electronic pump-off controller), plunger lift, gas lift, ESP’s, water injection and water disposal.

Types of facilities and equipment include production tank batteries, VRT’s (Vapor Recovery Towers), VRU’s (Vapor Recovery Units), VCU’s (Vapor Combustion Units), Production Separators, Inline Heaters, Flare System, Heater Treaters, Gun Barrels, recycle/transfer pumps, flowlines, LACT (lease automatic custody transfer) facilities, water injection plants, natural gas compression, cathodic protection and metering devices (electronic gas measurement and others).

Job is to be performed employing safe work practices while utilizing acceptable environmental procedures to maximize earnings while minimizing costs on assigned oil and gas producing properties.

Required Qualifications:

• Valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record
• Proficient in the use of personal computer utilizing a MS Windows environment
• General mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as by self without direct supervision
• Technical skills related to math and analytical processes
• Strong initiative and self-starter
• Multi-task orientation with skills related to work prioritization
• Understanding of business fundamentals
• Understanding of importance of environmental and safe work practices
• High School diploma or GED
• Some college or technical training a plus

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

Oxy has bold ambitions to achieve net zero and help others do the same.

To get there, we’ll need great minds ready to unleash big ideas, strong leaders ready to inspire and team players ready to make it happen.

Oxy produces energy and essential products to sustain and improve life on our planet.

Our experienced teams, located in the United States, Middle East and Africa, are committed to safe and efficient operations and products, and to reducing our carbon footprint and helping others do the same.

We are busy developing the big ideas and broad solutions we will need to achieve net zero.

Every day, we get closer.

And we won’t stop until we’re there.