Lease Operator

At Devon, we offer a career full of energy and opportunities to solve today s greatest challenges. Innovation, problem-solving and positive change happen when people step out of their comfort zone and think differently. Our values, workplace practices, wellness programs, benefits and compensation are aimed at helping employees manage their personal life and care for their families so they can contribute to the fullest.

As a Lease Operator, the focus is on conducting operational assessments of assigned wells, equipment, and plant facilities, and submitting daily assessment reports on well production, equipment performance, and maintenance activities. The role involves executing production tests, performing minor repairs, and maintaining an organized work environment at lease sites (fences, signs, weeds, trash). The operator monitors control panels, gauges, and meters to ensure proper equipment functioning and leads the setup and installation of new equipment as required.

The operator maintains positive relationships with local, state, and federal representatives, contractors, and surface owners, and provides field-wide contact with all personnel in the event of an emergency or other significant occurrences. The operator ensures the maintenance of all company equipment, including computers, vehicles, and analysis or test equipment, and represents the company in the delivery/receipt of materials and equipment. The role includes maintaining regulatory, environmental, and safety compliance in coordination with the Operations Engineers, Superintendents, Foremen, and the Environmental Health and Safety Department.

The operator actively participates in training programs to enhance skills and knowledge in lease site operations, reports incidents, accidents, or near misses promptly to supervisors, and participates in incident investigations.

The operator reviews operating parameters recorded into systems if SCADA is unavailable, develops an understanding of operational issues at lease sites, and collaborates with maintenance teams to implement timely and effective solutions. The role involves demonstrating proficiency in Prod View, Eagle app, Cygnet, and Pi, ensuring SOPs are followed, prioritizing projects, and recognizing the importance of safety and regulatory compliance (especially around emissions and spills).

The operator makes recommendations for the optimization of lease site operations, and analyzes and resolves complex problems at lease sites, taking corrective action in emergency and non-emergency situations to contribute to operational efficiency and safety.

• High School Diploma/General Education Diploma (GED)/Higher Secondary education is required.

• 3+ years of relevant experience, preferably in E&P Operations

Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

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