What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lease Operator position at jade owls operating, LLC?
The Opportunity
jade owls operating LLC is a rapidly growing, integrated oil and gas company built on integrity, grit, and cash flow. Since 2022, we've grown more than 70x and currently operate 14,000 BOE/d across Northeast Wyoming and Oklahoma.
We're seeking an experienced Lease Operator to support daily field operations and production optimization.
Responsibilities — What You'll Do
- Operate and monitor wells, tanks, pumps, and production equipment
- Perform daily inspections to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations
- Troubleshoot and repair equipment issues independently
- Measure production volumes and recommend optimization improvements
- Complete accurate daily production and equipment reports
- Prepare oil tanks for sale and coordinate oil and water hauling
- Ensure compliance with OCC, BIA, BLM, OSHA, and OK DEQ requirements
- Participate in route reviews and collaborate with Foremen and Engineering
- Maintain positive landowner and community relationships
- Provide coverage for Foremen and assist with training entry-level Operators as needed
Qualifications — What We're Looking For
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Process Tech or Maintenance Tech degree preferred
- Previous oil & gas field experience preferred
- Knowledge of various well types and production equipment
- Strong safety mindset; comfortable working independently
- Reliable, driven, and team-oriented
- Valid driver's license with acceptable MVR
- Must pass pre-employment drug screening and background check
Work Environment
- Outdoor field work in all weather conditions
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Exposure to hazardous equipment and H2S environments
- Working independently more than 80% of the time
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly, non-exempt position
- Eligible for overtime pay in accordance with federal and state wage and hour laws
- 100% employer paid medical, vision, and dental premiums for applicable plans
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with generous match
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Potential RSU awards, subject to plan terms, performance, and company discretion
- Career growth with potential for future advancement
Additional Terms
jade owls is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce and provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals protected by applicable laws.
This job posting is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. However, this posting is not an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position.
Offers of employment take into consideration a candidate's education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work location, external market, and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the compensation level for potential new employees.
Notice to third party agencies: jade owls does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of jade owls and jade owls will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation — no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.