Sr. Operations Specialist - Production

About the Role

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. Provides operational assistance to personnel based on specialty.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for surveillance of field operations and maintenance of various databases regarding production operations.
• Provide basic technical and mechanical assistance to production operations personnel.
• Analyze various tickets, work orders, records, and other administrative reports to manage trends and 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.
• Input and audit AVM reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Troubleshoot, commission (PSSR’s), and perform daily operations on 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.
• Maintain a well-versed understanding of SCADA, PLC, POC, VFD, and Well Analyzer systems.
• Understand 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.
• Work with third-party companies to ensure good relations.
• Train and mentor lease operators; backfill as a lease operator when needed.
• Maintain proper inventory and material transfer.
• Review trends of production data to identify anomalies.
• Work closely with other departments to ensure found issues are being communicated and properly corrected.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Minimum 4+ years of work experience required; oil and gas industry experience a plus.
• Proficient level of skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office.

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.
• Operate a motor vehicle to travel between well sites.
• Ability to climb up to 30 feet in height and function without fear.
• Stand and walk for prolonged periods of time.
• Must meet and maintain eligibility requirements to drive a company vehicle or possess a valid state driver’s license and clean driving record.

Benefits

• Variable pay.
• Health care coverage.
• Retirement plan.
• Protection coverage.
• Time off and leave programs.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Range of allowances connected to specific work situations.

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