Lease Operator
BH-347488
Posted: 18/09/2026
- Competitive
- United States New Mexico Jal
- Contract
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Oil & Gas
JOB SUMMARY
gas and/or liquid volume, well pressure and volume of chemicals used, etc. assuring wells are up and running.
Develops and applies an understanding of lease issues.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
• Perform operational checks of assigned wells, equipment and plant facilities
• Record run time, fuel usage and operating parameters into systems if SCADA is unavailable
• Conduct production tests and perform minor repairs
• Identify producing well alarms and work with automation to adjust alarms as necessary
• Monitor progress of minor subsurface well maintenance limited to non-BOPE jobs (i.e. swab, slickline, plunger maintenance, hot oil/water, regulatory, routine testing, batch/chemical/scale jobs, long stroke/respace, cap string inspection, fluid levels, dynamometer).
• Collaborate with Engineer, Optimization Operator & DSC/PA concerning wells and lease activities
• General lease site upkeep (fences, signs, weeds, trash)
• Communicates corrective maintenance needs to Planner Scheduler
• Ensure accuracy of run tickets as required
• Represent the company in delivery/receipt of materials and equipment
• Maintain regulatory, environmental, and safety compliance in conjunction with and through close coordination with the Operations Engineers, Superintendents, Foremen, and Environmental Health and Safety Department
• Secure and maintain all Company equipment, including but not limited to computers, vehicles, and analysis or test equipment
• Possess the right and obligation to stop work if unsafe conditions exist or are suspected
• Provide field wide contact with all personnel in the event of emergency or other significant
occurrences
• Maintain positive relationship with Local, state/province, and Federal representatives and surface owners
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
• High School diploma or equivalent
Documents
No Attachments are added yet
• Requires a minimum of 4+ years Lease Operator experience
• Oil and Gas Industry Experience Preferred
• Practice safe work habits at all times
• Demonstrate commitment to Attributes
• Strong commitment to safety and environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work within a team environment
• Creative individual, capable of analyzing and solving mechanical problems
• Must be able to safely and effectively wear Self Contained Breathing equipment and work in an H2S environment
CERTIFICATIONS
· H2S and Safeland (or RigPass) Certifications are required prior to the start date
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
gas and/or liquid volume, well pressure and volume of chemicals used, etc. assuring wells are up and running.
Develops and applies an understanding of lease issues.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
• Perform operational checks of assigned wells, equipment and plant facilities
• Record run time, fuel usage and operating parameters into systems if SCADA is unavailable
• Conduct production tests and perform minor repairs
• Identify producing well alarms and work with automation to adjust alarms as necessary
• Monitor progress of minor subsurface well maintenance limited to non-BOPE jobs (i.e. swab, slickline, plunger maintenance, hot oil/water, regulatory, routine testing, batch/chemical/scale jobs, long stroke/respace, cap string inspection, fluid levels, dynamometer).
• Collaborate with Engineer, Optimization Operator & DSC/PA concerning wells and lease activities
• General lease site upkeep (fences, signs, weeds, trash)
• Communicates corrective maintenance needs to Planner Scheduler
• Ensure accuracy of run tickets as required
• Represent the company in delivery/receipt of materials and equipment
• Maintain regulatory, environmental, and safety compliance in conjunction with and through close coordination with the Operations Engineers, Superintendents, Foremen, and Environmental Health and Safety Department
• Secure and maintain all Company equipment, including but not limited to computers, vehicles, and analysis or test equipment
• Possess the right and obligation to stop work if unsafe conditions exist or are suspected
• Provide field wide contact with all personnel in the event of emergency or other significant
occurrences
• Maintain positive relationship with Local, state/province, and Federal representatives and surface owners
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
• High School diploma or equivalent
Documents
No Attachments are added yet
• Requires a minimum of 4+ years Lease Operator experience
• Oil and Gas Industry Experience Preferred
• Practice safe work habits at all times
• Demonstrate commitment to Attributes
• Strong commitment to safety and environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work within a team environment
• Creative individual, capable of analyzing and solving mechanical problems
• Must be able to safely and effectively wear Self Contained Breathing equipment and work in an H2S environment
CERTIFICATIONS
· H2S and Safeland (or RigPass) Certifications are required prior to the start date
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.