Lease Operator

Our major client in the Oil & Gas industry is seeking a Lease Operator to work within their facilities located in Rock Springs, WY for a 12-month assignment (subject to extension). 

Summary: 
Monitors, maintains, and reports the operations of wells and sites on an assigned route. Inspects and maintains property and equipment on a routine basis. Works to optimize production in a safe, cost-effective manner.

Job Responsibilities: 
•    Make routine checks on all well sites according to schedule.
•    Monitor production equipment, compressors, wellheads, dehydrators and meters.
•    Manage daily fluid production; gauge and record oil and water tanks; record all seal records.
•    Participate in periodic well review meetings.
•    Analyze production related problems and work with foreman and leads to troubleshoot.
•    Submit daily data and turn in all reports and tickets on a timely basis. 
•    Inspect lease sites, ensure they are clean and maintained, check for spills and fluid leaks.
•    Routinely inspect pumping units, compressors, and other equipment to ensure they are well maintained.
•    Provide relief assistance when needed.
•    Communicate regularly with production supervisor and relief operator.
•    Perform light maintenance on equipment.
•    Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills:
•    High school diploma or equivalent/ Vocational or equivalent training in general machinery operation or equipment usage, oil and gas production, or relevant field.
•    Minimum of 2 or more years of experience as a Lease Operator.
•    Ability to monitors, maintains, and reports the operations of wells and sites on an assigned route. Inspects and maintains property and equipment on a routine basis. Works to optimize production in a safe, cost-effective manner.
•    Ability to understand gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure a machine is working properly.
•    Ability to perform routine maintenance on machines and equipment.
•    Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
•    Able to work and communicate effectively with all levels of co-workers, clients, and other external contacts.
•    Demonstrate basic computer knowledge through effective use of a personal computer including Microsoft Office applications.
•    Able to learn company specific applications.

Work Schedule: 10 days on/ 4 days off