Lease Operator/Pumper

RigUp; Gillette (WY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

RigUp is seeking a mechanically inclined Lease Operator/Pumper to work in Gillette, WY. You will gauge production, perform field maintenance, and monitor well performance using SCADA systems. The role involves hands-on repairs, calibration witnessing, and safety checks to maximize throughput.

Requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and oil/gas experience. The position offers a 8/6 rotation schedule and hourly pay in a dynamic field environment.

Qualifications

• Gauge production readings and record downtime and well information.
• Perform lease maintenance: minor repairs, equipment servicing, and site cleanup.
• Witness meter calibrations; monitor rates/pressures; test safety systems daily.

Responsibilities

• Gauge production on assigned wells and record readings into the production system.
• Perform lease maintenance and repairs; trim weeds; grease pumping units; service equipment.

Skills

Gauge production readings

Lease equipment repair

SCADA monitoring

Meters calibration witnessing

Troubleshooting industrial components

Artificial lift knowledge

High pressure systems

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Role: Lease Operator/ Pumper

Our Vision:

RigUp is where the best workers power the world’s most successful projects. We are united by a common mission: to deliver services and technology that fundamentally change how skilled workers and the businesses they serve get hard work done.

Position Description:

We are seeking a highly-motivated, mechanically inclined Production Operator with a growth mindset who enjoys a dynamic, hands on, field-based work environment. You will be responsible for working in the field with other teams to perform repairs, perform preventative maintenance on existing equipment.

• Gauge production on assigned wells and record gauge readings, downtime and other pertinent well information into the production system.
• Perform lease maintenance such as minor surface pump and production equipment repairs and adjustments; trim weeds, clean up trash, etc.; grease pumping units, service lease equipment, etc.
• Assist in witnessing meter calibrations; monitor rates and pressures on injection and disposal wells; monitor chemical use; test safety systems daily to maximize production.
• Utilize SCADA to monitor and evaluate well performance and facility status, respond to SCADA alarms if required.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license
• Must have acceptable driving record for Company motor vehicle insurance.
• Must live within 50 mile radius of Stanley, ND
• Two years of Experience in oil and gas or other manufacturing/industrial business.
• Capability to troubleshoot and repair industry components such as level controllers, displacement valves, switches, controls, pumps, vessels, and flare systems, Artificial lift knowledge regarding gas lift compression, ESP’s, Rod Pump Comfortable working with high pressure systems up to 3,000psi.

Job Details:

Location: Gillette, WY

Pay: $30-$36/hr

Schedule: 8/6 rotation