Lease Operator / Pumper

Job Summary:

Operates and maintains company leases by tracking gas production and managing fluid volumes on site. Expected to optimize production by making control adjustments to plunger wells and pumping unit timers. Responsible for day-to-day lease maintenance and needs to develop a basic understanding of starting and maintaining engines and separation equipment.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Performs daily operational check of assigned wells. 
• Tests wells todetermineproduction rates and problems. 
• Responsible for the daily operations ofthe oiland gas processing equipment.
• Identifiesproblems with equipment and repairs orassistsin the installation, repair and maintenance of facility and equipment. 
• Performs a wide variety of tasks requiring manual labor and a broad knowledge ofan oiland gas well, production, and separation equipment.
• Monitors plunger wells andmakes adjustments tooptimizeproduction
• Greases pumping units and changes stuffing box rubbers as needed
• Attendssafetytrainingsandremainsin compliance with safety standards and expectations.

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Verbal and written communication skills
• Basic math skills
• Basic computer skills
• Mechanical skills
• Works independently

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in oil and gaspreferred
• Validdriverslicense with a safe driving record

Physical Requirements: 

• Operate amotorvehiclefor 8-10 hours daily, with intermittent breaks from driving.
• Sitting, standing, walking, lifting,climbing,carrying, reaching, pushing, and pulling.