Job Description

Job Title: Lease Operator
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Location:

Carlsbad, New Mexico

Schedule:

8 Days On / 6 Days Off

Hours:

56 hours per week

Pay Rate:

$37-$47/hr (dependent on experience)

Position Overview
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The Lease Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient operation, monitoring, and maintenance preparation of wells, processing units, and related oil & gas facilities. This role places a strong emphasis on oil, gas, and water separation operations, utilities, and facility optimization. The position supports a large-scale project environment that includes new facility start-ups, operating tools, permitting processes, and required training.

Candidates with experience in

new facility commissioning, startup operations, and production operations

are strongly preferred.Key Responsibilities
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### Operations & Safety

Ensure personal and coworker safety; follow and enforce all safety policies and procedures Serve as the primary operations contact for assigned facilities Participate in daily safety meetings, toolbox talks, and continuous improvement efforts Issue Safe Work Permits with a thorough understanding of operational risks Conduct gas testing to ensure safe work conditions Support emergency response activities as required
### Facility Monitoring & Process Control

Monitor wells, processing units, and surface facilities for proper operation Inspect equipment using sight, sound, smell, and touch Review computer data and schematics to optimize process flow Gauge tanks, read meters, collect samples, and record production data Monitor temperatures, pressures, levels, flows, vibrations, and chemical injection rates Adjust operating parameters to maintain product specifications Maintain accurate gauge sheets and document production changes
### Maintenance & Coordination

Perform basic maintenance (filters, lubrication, valve packing, steam traps, etc.) Ensure wellhead and surface equipment readiness prior to workover activities Coordinate oil sales and saltwater hauling Communicate operational status and issues to Production Foreman Perform seasonal equipment preparation (winterization/summerization) Maintain company vehicle in safe operating condition
### Environmental & Compliance

Execute work in compliance with environmental policies and regulatory requirements Minimize environmental impacts such as spills and emissions Inspect and maintain safety equipment (fire extinguishers, breathing apparatus, safety valves) Support environmental and regulatory compliance initiatives
Required Qualifications
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High School Diploma (college degree or trade certification preferred) Prior experience in a closely related oil & gas operations role Strong understanding of surface production equipment Knowledge of oil & gas process flow and facility operations Strong computer skills and data entry capability Effective verbal and written communication skills Ability to work rotating schedules and respond to call-outs Physically capable of lifting over 50 lbs and climbing ladders/stairways Ability to wear SCBA and use safety detection equipment Proven teamwork and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Preferred Experience
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Lease operating or pumper experience New facility startup or commissioning experience Permitting experience Oversight of small field crews (2-3 personnel) Multicultural work environment exposure
Additional Information
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Safety-sensitive role Company-provided gas monitor, computer, and phone Truck allowance included Open to a range of experience levels, with a focus on quality candidates





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