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Lease Operator


Job Location:

Garden City, GA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 13 August 2026 (29 days ago)
Application Deadline: 18 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Crescent is a differentiated U.S. energy company committed to delivering value through a disciplined returns-driven growth through acquisition strategy and consistent return of capital. Our long-life balanced portfolio combines significant cash flow from stable production with a deep high-quality development inventory. Crescent is a top three producer in the Eagle Ford basin and a scaled operator in each of the Permian and Uinta basins. Crescents leadership is an experienced team of investment financial and industry professionals that combines proven investment and operating expertise. For more than a decade Crescent and our predecessors have executed on a consistent strategy focused on cash flow risk management and returns. Through disciplined and accretive investments we have successfully tripled the size of our company since going public in December 2021 while maintaining a strong balance sheet.


The Lease Operator is responsible for monitoring and reporting on production and other pertinent well information and provides maintenance on production equipment. The position applies basic and some advanced skills to perform routine and complex operations using tools and equipment appropriate for the energy industry. Applies a general understanding of the technical concepts practices and procedures and has a general knowledge of industry standards and government regulations related to the oil and gas industry.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Gauge production on assigned wells and record gauge readings downtime and other pertinent well information into the production system.

  • Perform lease maintenance such as minor surface pump and production equipment repairs and adjustments; trim weeds clean up trash etc.; grease pumping units service lease equipment etc.

  • Note problems and/or recommend course of action to the supervisor to minimize costs and maximize production.

  • Assist in witnessing meter calibrations; monitor rates and pressures on injection and disposal wells; monitor chemical use; test safety systems daily to maximize production.

  • Assist with pump and compressor maintenance such as oil changes obtaining oil samples for analysis tests and repairs.

  • Attend and participate in daily production meetings monthly safety meetings and quarterly well reviews.

  • Utilize SCADA to monitor and evaluate well performance and facility status respond to SCADA alarms if required.

  • Perform work in a manner that ensures the secure and environmentally safe operation of all wells equipment and leases for which the Lease Operator is responsible.

  • Conduct other tasks as required by the supervisor which are unique to the assigned geographic area.

  • Must be self-motivated have strong ethics ability to work with minimum supervision have reliable attendance and demonstrate flexible cooperative behavior in the workplace.

EDUCATION KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

  • High school diploma or GED required.

  • A minimum of2 years of lease operator experience or related experience preferred.

  • Must meet and maintain eligibility requirements to drive a company vehicle.

  • Must have a general knowledge of safe oil and gas production operations.

  • Must have experience using computers and inputting data use of MS Word and MS Excel is a plus.

  • Must have an interest in gaining knowledge of engineering principles and an understanding of subsurface and surface equipment and operations.

  • Must be able to perform simple mathematic calculations have a good mechanical aptitude good writing skills and a good safety and driving record.

  • Must be dependable and have ability to work overtime if necessary.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is normally performed outdoors where exposure to conditions of extreme heat/cold fumes and gases is common. Noise level is moderate to loud and includes sounds of construction equipment operations and trucks and similar equipment. Job hazards include working in normal light and heavy construction activities and working around pressured propane water electricity and waste lines and under all weather conditions. May work in areas where H2S is present. Overtime is sometimes required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work normally requires finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination to operate computer keyboard at moderate skill level. Work may require frequent pushing pulling or carrying 50 to 75 pound objects such as tools equipment work operations. Work involves standing and walking most of the time but will also involve sitting and driving for extended periods sometimes over rough terrain.


Crescent Energy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race color religion gender/pregnancy gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age veteran status or any other legally protected status. Crescent Energy is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. If you require accommodation to complete the application process please let us know by contacting .


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