SM Energy

Sr. Operations Specialist - Production

SM Energy$80K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent required; Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred
  • 4+ years of relevant work experience, preferably in the oil and gas industry
  • Proficient understanding of oil and gas flow operations
  • Familiarity with SCADA, PLCs, and Well Analyzer systems
  • Strong troubleshooting and operational support skills

Responsibilities

  • Surveillance and maintenance of production operations databases
  • Provide technical and mechanical assistance to operations personnel
  • Analyze administrative reports to manage trends and support recommendations
  • Train and mentor less experienced employees
  • Conduct job safety analyses and ensure quality work standards
  • Coordinate with third parties for maintenance and installation schedules
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and ethical business practices

Benefits

  • Comprehensive training and mentoring opportunities
  • Collaborative work environment with engineers and specialists
  • Potential for career advancement in operations roles
  • Hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology and equipment
Full Job Description
Under limited supervision, assists professionals in the field with operations specialist duties per role specific knowledge. Responsible for oil and gas well operations, well testing, operating and maintaining field equipment and facilities. Responsible for surveillance of general field operations and maintenance of various databases regarding production operations. May monitor or lead the work of lower-level operations specialists. Provides operational assistance to personnel based on specialty. Some duties may include, but not limited to, calibration of equipment, troubleshooting, understanding of POC and Well Analyzer with ability to interpret results

Essential Roles & Responsibilities
  • Responsible for surveillance of field operations and maintenance of various databases regarding production operations
  • Proficient ability to provide basic technical and mechanical assistance to production operations personnel
  • Analyze various tickets, work orders, records, and other administrative reports to manage trends and to support recommendations
  • Proficient understanding of oil and gas flow operations and relative equipment
  • Train mentor and coach less experienced employees
  • Conduct job safety analysis
  • Attend integrated solutions meetings and interact with engineers
  • Manage and support all areas of operations to ensure internal process and daily requirements are fulfilled
  • Coordinate with third party contractors to schedule and follow up on installation and preventive maintenance programs
  • Ensure all work assignments are carried out with the highest level of quality and safety precautions
  • Conduct business with the highest ethical standards; demonstrate decision-making skills that ensure the safety of all persons associated with SM facilities
  • Other duties as assigned

Role-Specific/Technical Knowledge & Skills
  • Able to input and audit AVM reports for accuracy and completeness.
  • Responsible for troubleshooting, commissioning (PSSR's), and daily operations equipment
  • Learn and become an expert with all current and upcoming process equipment.
  • Coordinate field repairs with third party construction crews
  • Support the Operations Surveillance Room
  • Well versed in Scada, PLC, POC, VFD and Well Analyzer systems
  • Well versed understanding of all facility and facility automation equipment including O2 analyzers, H2S detection devices, VRU's, VRV's, VRT's, Static Mixers, Varro Units, Dryer Units, and compressed air systems.
  • Able to work with third party companies to ensure good relations.
  • Able to help train and mentor lease operators.
  • Able to backfill as a lease operator when needed.
  • Maintain proper inventory and material transfer.
  • Reviews trends of production data to identify anomalies.
  • Works closely with other departments to ensure found issues are being communicated and properly corrected.

Computer/Software Applications
  • Proficient level of skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office.

Typical Education
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent required
  • Associates or Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.

Typical Experience
  • Minimum 4+ years of work experience required. Oil and gas industry experience a plus.

Physical Demands:
  • Work in various weather conditions and environments
  • Move, transport, and position equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
  • Manipulate valves, gauges, and other control mechanisms
  • Ability to operate a motor vehicle to travel between well sites**
  • Ability to climb up to 30 feet in height and function without fear
  • Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time
    ** Must meet and maintain eligibility requirements to drive a company vehicle OR valid state driver's license and clean driving record


Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

About SM Energy

SM Energy Company is an independent energy company engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development, and production of crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids in North America. The company's operations are focused on unconventional resource plays in the United States, including the Permian Basin in Texas and New Mexico, the Eagle Ford shale in South Texas, and the Powder River Basin in Wyoming. SM Energy Company was founded in 1908 and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
Learn more about SM Energy
Size
506 employees
Market Cap
$4.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$764.6 million
Founded
1908
5 Year Trend
+17.3%
Revenue
$1.1 billion
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