Field Operator

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor oil and gas wells and production equipment in accordance with operating procedures and safety guidelines.
• Conduct daily surveillance of wells, facilities, and production systems to identify operational issues and optimization opportunities.
• Maintain accurate production records, operational logs, and shift reports.
• Report abnormal operating conditions, alarms, equipment failures, and safety concerns.
• Coordinate and monitor preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities.
• Assist with gas lift, ESP, and plunger lift system monitoring and optimization.
• Support well diagnostics and identify production issues prior to requesting well intervention services.
• Ensure wellheads and surface production equipment are maintained and ready for well servicing operations.
• Provide support during well intervention and wellwork activities.
• Coordinate with operations, maintenance, engineering, and service personnel to maximize production and equipment reliability.
• Maintain compliance with all safety, environmental, and operational requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 3 years of oil and gas production operations experience preferred.
• Previous experience as a Production Operator, Lease Operator, Pumper, or Field Technician.
• Strong knowledge of oil and gas production equipment and operations.
• Experience with pumping wells and artificial lift systems.
• Hands-on experience with Gas Lift systems.
• Experience monitoring and troubleshooting ESP (Electric Submersible Pump) systems.
• Experience with Plunger Lift operations.
• Strong knowledge of pipeline operations and production flow systems.
• Understanding of preventive and corrective maintenance practices.
• Knowledge of emergency response procedures and operational safety programs.
• Familiarity with industry regulations and operational compliance requirements.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer proficiency and ability to utilize production reporting and operational software.
• Ability to work independently and make sound operational decisions.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Experience optimizing well performance and production rates.
• Experience supporting well intervention and workover activities.
• Familiarity with SCADA systems and electronic production monitoring tools.
• Knowledge of safety management systems and incident reporting processes.