Senior Lease Operator: Production & Equipment Specialist

Apache Inc.; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Apache Corporation is seeking a Lease Operator III in Midland, TX. The role focuses on gauging production, reporting readings, and maintaining lease equipment to maximize daily output while upholding safety and environmental standards.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and extensive field experience, with strong maths, writing, and PC skills, capable of independent and team-based work within a remote-location environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of safe oil and gas production operations.
• Interest in engineering principles and subsurface/surface equipment.
• Ability to perform simple math, good mechanical aptitude, writing skills and safe driving record.
• Proficiency with PC-based computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Gauge production on assigned wells and report gauge readings, downtime and other well information.
• Perform lease maintenance and repairs; trim weeds and clean worksite; service lease equipment.
• Note problems and recommend actions to supervisor to reduce costs and increase production.
• Assist in witnessing meter calibrations; monitor rates and pressures; test safety systems daily.
• Assist with downhole pump changes and tubing replacement on artificially lifted wells.
• Ensure safe, environmentally compliant operation of wells and leases.
• Conduct other tasks as required by supervisor in the assigned area.

Skills

Communication

Results

Collaboration

Culture

Education

High school diploma

Tools

PC-based software

Job description

Apache Corporation is seeking a Lease Operator III in Midland, TX. The role focuses on gauging production, reporting readings, and maintaining lease equipment to maximize daily output while upholding safety and environmental standards.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and extensive field experience, with strong maths, writing, and PC skills, capable of independent and team-based work within a remote-location environment.