Oilfield Production Operator I

RWDY Inc.; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 43,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

RWDY Inc. in Carlsbad, NM is seeking a Lease Operator I to monitor and support oil and gas production operations, focusing on safe operations, routine inspections, troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and production optimization.

The role requires a high school diploma, valid driver's license, and 1–5+ years of oilfield experience; technical certification is preferred. Opportunity to work in a dynamic field with emphasis on safety and environmental compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical certification or associate degree preferred.
• Valid driver's license with clean record.
• 1–5+ years oilfield production operations experience preferred.
• Experience with wellsite production equipment and fluid handling.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily well performance and production rates.
• Optimize production and identify improvement opportunities.
• Inspect tanks, separators, treaters, and other production equipment.
• Operate and monitor production facilities and lease equipment.
• Troubleshoot well and facility issues.
• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Collect production data and maintain records.
• Coordinate repairs with maintenance, operations, and service providers.
• Ensure environmental and regulatory compliance.
• Support production targets while maintaining safety.

Skills

Operate equipment

Troubleshooting

Read P&IDs

Reporting systems

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Driver's license

Job description

RWDY Inc. in Carlsbad, NM is seeking a Lease Operator I to monitor and support oil and gas production operations, focusing on safe operations, routine inspections, troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and production optimization.

The role requires a high school diploma, valid driver's license, and 1–5+ years of oilfield experience; technical certification is preferred. Opportunity to work in a dynamic field with emphasis on safety and environmental compliance.