Lease Operator III

Citation Oil & Gas Corp.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Citation Oil & Gas Corp. seeks a level-3 Lease Operator to operate and maintain wells and production equipment on assigned leases. You will conduct routine maintenance, monitor production metrics, and report results to the Production Foreman while adhering to safety regulations.

The role requires outdoor work year-round, the ability to wear breathing apparatus, and the handling of physical tasks such as lifting and climbing as part of daily duties.

Qualifications

• Must be prepared to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
• Ability to climb stairs up to 20 ft while wearing breathing apparatus.
• Willingness to wear breathing air equipment and pass safety tests.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain wells and equipment on assigned route safely and per regulations.
• Perform repairs and oversee third party services as needed.
• Monitor oil, water and gas production and report changes to Production Foreman.

Skills

Outdoor work

Physical stamina

Safety-conscious

Education

High School education or G.E.D.

Job description

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 a combination of disciplined acquisitions, focused operations and subsequent development. The Company has an enviable track record in attracting and retaining high-quality talent. This is the result of 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 3 rd 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.

Citation seeks to recruit and employ highly qualified individuals who have the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for a motivated and successful workforce. It is Citation’s goal for its employees to experience the uniqueness of working in a family oriented environment offering growth and development to those who share its corporate values. Citation strives to assure equal employment opportunities and compliance with related laws, regulations and workforce policies.

As I approach my 25th year of service with Citation I can honestly say it has been challenging, motivating and very rewarding. The diversity of our field operations I have been able to work in keeps me learning and growing as a person and employee.