LEASE OPERATOR I

MAIN FUNCTIONS Responsible for the safe and efficient operations, monitoring and maintenance preparation of wells, processing units and related facilities.
This position requires a strong focus on oil, gas and water separation facilities operations along with major utilities and secondary expertise in all operations.
This is a large project, which includes not only on-site facility start-up but also utilization of operating tools, procedures, work-permitting and training.
Candidates with experience in new facilities startup and operations are very desirable.
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Responsible for personal safety and the safety of co-workers.
Follows and enforces all safety rules.
• Primary operations contact for their facilities.
Understands process flow, basic chemistry associated with unit, major line-ups, and all unit safety equipment, including isolation points.
Reviews computer data and computer generated schematics to ensure process is optimized.
• Physically inspects and monitors equipment and/or the work area using vision, hearing, smell, and touch, to ensure correct operation.
• Issues Safe Work Permits, which involves high degree of proficiency on current operating conditions as well as chemical, personnel and process safety risks associated with operating unit.
• Performs gas testing as necessary to ensure Operating area is safe to allow for specific maintenance activities to be performed.
• Process monitoring activities include Gauge Tanks, read meters, accurately record data, taking product samples, differential pressure, chemical injection rates, checking for leaks, freezing, overheating, etc.
• Performs "visual maintenance" by checking critical performance parameters such as temperature, pressure, level, flow rate, and/or vibration to ensure all equipment is operating within its defined operating envelope.
• Adjusts local process parameters (temperature, pressure, etc.) to maintain product specifications within their optimal operating window.
• Keep Company Vehicle Maintained and in good working condition • Coordinate Oil Sales and salt water hauling as necessary • Maintain accurate electronic or paper gauge sheets properly and note reasons for production changes • Checks control valve positions to ensure valves are correctly positioned.
• Performs basic equipment maintenance (adding lube oil, water, tightening valve packing, changing filters and steam traps, clearing equipment, etc.).
• Communicates with Production Foreman to remain informed of existing process conditions and relate any changes made or needed.
• Performs winterization and summarization of equipment for maximum equipment efficiencies.
• Monitors field equipment using electronic test equipment including hand held monitors and computer monitoring equipment.
• Inspects safety valves, fire extinguishers, fire hoses, breathing apparatus, and other safety equipment.
• Participates in continuous improvement of all aspects of the business that they are assigned to execute.
• Understands and performs work according to environmental policies and procedures.
Executes work in a manner that eliminates or minimizes environmental impacts (flaring emissions, oil spills, etc.).
Attaches a high priority to resolving environmental problems.
• Understands and follows all working rules.
Continuously improves job knowledge and skills.
• Demonstrates reliable attendance.
Able to work independently where appropriate.
Supports the team effort to execute assigned tasks and meet the team’s business objectives.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS • High School diploma is required • Previous experience in a closely related position • Must be able and willing to work on a rotating shift • Must be available for call out as situation dictates • Ability to interact effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
• Ability to maintain, operate and repair surface equipment associated with the production of Oil & Gas • Computer proficient with good and written and oral communication skills • Must be physically able to lift > 50 lbs and climb ladders / stairways • Must be able to use a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and other safety detectors and equipments