Production Specialist

Diversified Gas & Oil Corporation; Kingfisher (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Diversified Gas & Oil Corporation is seeking a Lease Operator to support production optimization across conventional wells in the Appalachian Basin. The role emphasizes troubleshooting artificial lift and working closely with field teams to maximize volumes and ensure safe operations.

The ideal candidate has at least five years in the gas/oil industry, strong data interpretation skills, and solid experience with field documentation and cross‑department collaboration.

Qualifications

• High school or higher education.
• 5+ years' experience in the gas/oil industry.
• Experience with well operations and volume optimization.
• Basic computer skills: PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, Excel.
• Excellent verbal communication across all levels.
• Ability to organize, interpret data, and solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Production optimization and troubleshooting on artificial lift types.
• Optimization on unconventional wells including continuous flow and plunger lift; use echo meter for data gathering.
• Assist with troubleshooting wells and present findings to management.
• Assist with well reviews and action-item generation.
• Evaluate inactive wells to either turn back inline or plug and abandon.
• Coordinate activities to turn wells back inline with other departments.
• Coordinate special projects per management’s discretion.
• Relieve Lease Operator as needed.

Skills

Gas/oil industry

Well operations

Volume optimization

Data interpretation

Communication skills

MS Office basics

Education

High school diploma or higher

Tools

PowerPoint

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

COMPANY PROFILE

Diversified Gas & Oil Corporation (“DGOC”) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Diversified Energy Company PLC, a US-based company listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and London Stock Exchange (LSE) under the ticker symbol “DEC”. Diversified Gas & Oil Corporation (DGOC) is an established owner and operator of producing conventional and unconventional natural gas & oil wells and midstream pipelines and compression stations concentrated in the Appalachian Basin in the United States. Headquartered in Birmingham, AL, our field operations are located throughout the Appalachian Basin in the states of Tennessee, Kentucky, Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. In 2021, Diversified announced our expansion into our Central Regional Focus Area, which includes producing areas within Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas.

POSITION SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Special focus will be placed on:

• Production optimization and troubleshooting on various artificial lift types on conventional wells: rod pump and plunger lift
• Production optimization on unconventional wells including continuous flow and plunger lift Utilize echo meter to gather fluid shots and dynamometer cards.
• Assists with troubleshooting wells and presents findings to management.
• Assists with well reviews and evaluates generated action items.
• Evaluates inactive wells to either turn back inline or plug and abandon.
• Coordinates activities to turn wells back inline and works with various departments to ensure volumes are captured.
• Coordinates special projects per management’s discretion.
• Relieve Lease Operator as needed.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school or higher level of education
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in the gas/oil industry.
• Experience with well operations and volume optimization.
• Basic computer skills (PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to interact with individuals at all levels within the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and interpret data, and to problem solve.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Must be able to move or traverse from one location on the job site to another. This includes the ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods, frequently positioning oneself (e.g., to stoop, kneel, or squat) to perform tasks, and occasionally ascend/descend (e.g., ladders or uneven terrain)
• Ability to detect, determine, perceive, identify, recognize, judge, observe, inspect, estimate, and assess driving operations effectively (either naturally or with corrective lenses).
• Ability to operate a 4X4 vehicle.
• Must be able to repetitively move or position feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, and back. Constantly operates, uses, and positions hands and fingers in performance of work
• Must be able to work atop elevated surfaces and traverse various heights
• Lifts or carries 116 lbs. or more, which falls into the "heavy" category (over 50 pounds).
• Frequently pushes and pulls with a maximum force of 150 ft./lbs.
• Constantly works in outdoor weather conditions and is exposed to varying environmental conditions, including well site conditions. The position requires the ability to perform tasks in physically demanding environments, encompassing the essential physical requirements and efforts outline

The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Driver Requirements:

• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record
• This position involves operating a company vehicle for work-related travel or receiving a stipend for operating a personal vehicle for company use; adherence to all traffic laws and company vehicle policies is required.
• Candidates must be eligible to be insured under the company's vehicle insurance policy.