Lease Operator Sr

Job Title: Lease Operator Sr Req Id: 12906 Specific Responsibilities The Lease Operator Sr is a first-level supervisor, under the direction and training of the foreman. The Lease Operator Sr is responsible for the coordination and onsite supervision of contractors and service companies during new-well completions and workovers and performs other related assigned duties. • Gauge production on assigned wells, and report gauge readings, downtime and other pertinent well information to district office. • Perform lease maintenance such as minor surface pump and production equipment repairs and adjustments; trim weeds, clean up trash, etc.; change stuffing boxes, grease pumping units, service lease equipment, etc. • Note problems and/or recommend courses of actions to supervisor in order to decrease costs and increase production. • Assist in witnessing meter calibrations; monitor rates and pressures on injection and disposal wells; make necessary adjustments; monitor chemical use; shoot fluid levels as required and test safety systems daily to maximize daily production. • Assist with downhole pump changes, tubing replacement, etc. on artificially lifted wells; assist with pump and compressor maintenance such as oil changes, obtaining oil sample for analysis, pulling compressor valves, tests and repairs. • Perform work in a manner that ensures the secure and environmentally safe operation of all wells and leases for which pumper is responsible. • Conduct other tasks as required by supervisor which are unique to the assigned geographic area. Qualifications & Experience The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and experience: • High school diploma • 10+ years of relevant experience • Must have a general knowledge of safe oil and gas production operations. • Must have an interest in gaining knowledge of engineering principles and an understanding of subsurface and surface equipment and operations. • Must be able to perform simple mathematic calculations, have good mechanical aptitude, good writing skills and have a good safety and driving record. • Demonstrated proficiency with PC based computer applications. Competencies The successful candidate should demonstrate and exhibit the following core competencies: • Communication: Writes, speaks, and presents information effectively and persuasively across communication setting; • Results: Pursues work with energy, drive, and results orientation to positively impact Apache's business success; • Collaboration: Works in partnership with others and encourages different perspectives, while building and maintaining trust; and • Culture: Willingness and ability to align one's behavior with the needs, priorities, and goals of Apache.