Night Lease Operator

Diamondback E&P LLC; Tarzan (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Diamondback E&P LLC is seeking a field Pumping Technician to monitor well production, perform lease maintenance, and service equipment in a safety-focused environment. The role requires readiness for holidays and travel to field sites, with strong attention to vehicle upkeep and compliance.

Ideal candidates have oilfield experience, a valid driver's license, and a clean driving record. Military experience is acceptable in lieu of oilfield experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of oilfield experience.
• Valid driver's license and insurability to drive company vehicle.
• Clean driving record with no serious violations in past 3 years.
• Military experience with rank E4+ acceptable in lieu of oilfield experience.

Responsibilities

• Gauge production on assigned wells and report readings to field office.
• Perform lease maintenance and minor repairs; trim weeds; keep area clean.
• Grease pumping units and service lease equipment; note issues and actions.
• Witness meter calibrations; monitor rates/pressures; adjust as needed.
• Test safety systems daily to maximize daily production.
• Ensure safe operation of wells and leases under supervision.
• Provide maintenance for company vehicle.
• Work holidays, weekends, and nonscheduled call-outs.
• Frequent travel to field locations and training sites.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Clean driving record

Self-starter

Basic computer skills

Oilfield terminology familiarity

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Oilfield equipment knowledge

Job description

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Adhere to all safety and environmental policies and procedures
• Gauge production on assigned wells and report gauge readings, downtime, and other pertinent well information to the field office
• Perform lease maintenance such as minor surface pump and production equipment repairs and adjustments; trim weeds, and maintain a clean working environment
• Grease pumping units, service lease equipment, etc. Note problems and/or recommend a course of actions to supervisor in order to decrease costs and increase production
• Assist in witnessing meter calibrations; monitor rates and pressures on injection and disposal wells; make necessary adjustments; monitor chemical use; and test safety systems daily to maximize daily production
• Perform work in a manner that ensures the secure and environmentally safe operation of all wells and leases for which the pumper is responsible
• Provide maintenance and care for the company assigned vehicle
• Willing to work holidays, weekends, and nonscheduled call-outs
• Frequent travel to field locations and training sites

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum (1) year of oilfield experience
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
• Able to meet and maintain the clean driving insurability standard requirements to drive a company vehicle, which means a driving record that is clear of any of serious traffic violations within the past three (3) years. (Other driving record requirements may also apply.)

OR

Military experience with a rank of E4 or above with relevant technical skills acquired in lieu of oilfield experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Self-starter requiring minimal supervision
• Demonstrated ability to perform basic computer skills and to learn company-specific applications
• Familiar with oilfield terminology and operations

Relocation:

This position is not eligible for relocation assistance

Work Authorization:

Diamondback Energy is not currently sponsoring employment visas for this position

Diamondback is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Diamondback provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, veteran or disability status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law. Diamondback participates in E-Verify. Learn more aboutE-Verify.