Lease Operator I

Lease Operator I

Expand Energy core values Stewardship, Character, Collaborate, Learn, Disrupt are the lens through which we evaluate every business decision. As a dynamic, growing company that offers extremely competitive compensation and benefits, our employees are our most valued assets and the foundation of Expands performance among our E&P competitors. We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team. We realize that, historically, underrepresented groups feel the need to be 100% qualified in order to apply. If you meet any combination of our requirements, we encourage you to apply. We strive to hire people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger.

Job Summary

This entry level position is responsible for maintaining optimum production from assigned wells under general supervision of a supervisor or more experienced pumper, using basic skills to complete routine assigned tasks in order to maximize well production. Candidates must reside or be willing to relocate within a 50-mile radius of the Tunkhannock Field Office (917 PA-92 North, Tunkhannock, PA 18657) to be considered for this position.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Makes routine checks on all well sites according to schedule
• Monitors production equipment, compressors, wellheads, dehydrators, and meters
• Manages daily fluid production; gauge and record oil and water tanks; record all seal records
• Participates in periodic well review meetings with foreman, techs, and production engineer
• Analyzes production related problems and works with foreman, techs, production engineer, and any other relative personnel to troubleshoot
• Submits daily data and turns in all reports and tickets on a timely basis
• Inspects lease sites, ensures they are clean and maintained; checks for spills and fluid leaks
• Routinely inspects pumping units, compressors, and other equipment; ensures they are well maintained
• Provides relief pumping when needed
• Communicates regularly with production foreman and relief pumper
• Ensures company provided vehicle is well maintained and cleaned
• Performs light maintenance on equipment
• Performs all duties in accordance with Expand's Environmental, Health, and Safety Guidelines
• Completes Lease Operator training as directed
• Performs other duties as assigned

Job Specific Skills

Basic understanding of gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure equipment is working properly. Knowledge of safety / environmental requirements and practices. Basic knowledge of analyzing and solving mechanical problems. Able to perform routine maintenance on machines and equipment. Able to check wells on a daily basis, driving to and from wells.

Education & Experience

Minimum : High school diploma or GED and 0-2 years related work experience or an equivalent substitution for education of 4-6 years related work experience.

Additional Qualifications

Ability to possess a valid drivers license.

Expand Energy takes necessary action to ensure that all applicants are treated without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, pregnancy, military or veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established by law.