Job Description

Specific Responsibilities

Oversee the supervision and training of pumpers and roustabouts; schedule and coordinate daily activities of subordinates and contract personnel; monitor and review production; evaluate problem wells and implement new technology for production enhancement.

Maximize production.

Minimize downtime by reacting quickly and decisively.
Recognize and generate workover prospects.
Review production daily with pumpers.
Develop solutions, not problems.
Use Scout to trend data and anticipate situations.
Minimize cost.
Review LOS monthly with pumpers to identify cost centers for reduction and control.
Identify and eliminate repetitive tasks and procedures that can be simplified or delegated.
Work with pumpers to identify cost anomalies on a well-by-well basis.
Review daily tickets and invoices to insure that Apache is receiving full value for services rendered.
Generate new ideas to reduce lifting costs. Review all phases of your operation to develop ideas.   

Effective supervision of pumpers and contractors.

Contract and company pumpers.
Communicate daily with pumpers.
Listen to pumpers suggestions and evaluate each thoroughly.
Use oral and written instructions effectively.
Provide a motivational atmosphere for pumpers; earn their respect through your positive actions.
Evaluate pumpers’ performance; recognize training needs and recommend training programs.
Assist pumpers with data trending and analysis.

Contractors.

Communicate with contractors as needed on a job-by-job basis, both orally and written.
Identify top performing contractors in terms of cost, job performance and reliability.
Maintain proper business relationship with contractors.
Deal with contractors in an ethical manner.
Direct contractors activities to ensure the most efficient use of labor and materials.
Implement work plans to minimize waiting time on the job.
Treat contractors equally; fairly, but firmly.
Address employee problems.

Technical competence.

Become familiar with the technical factors involved in oil and gas production, including:
Sucker rod design principles.
ESP and PC pump design and application.
Plunger lift design principles.
Application of oil field chemicals.
Fluid measurement.
Petroleum reservoir management.
Proper operation and maintenance of production equipment.
Subsurface equipment design and application.    

Administrative.

Process paperwork correctly and on time.
Prepare complete and detailed morning reports, as necessary.
Look for ways to reduce paperwork for yourself and the pumpers you supervise.
Use technology to ease your workload.
Process all invoices daily to speed paper flow.
Be aware of discounts and optimize the use of time.
Follow Apache bidding procedures and policies.
Cost estimation and job design; AFE preparation.
Track AFE costs.

 Asset control.

Safeguard all company assets.
Review operating procedures and identify potential problems before they occur.
Review all repair procedures and methods to insure that safety hazards and environmental impact(s) are minimized.
Review each project or job with the individual economics as an integral part of the procedure.
Consider Apache’s net position in each project you recommend.
Communicate policies and procedures as necessary with pumpers and contractors.

Qualifications & Experience

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and experience:

High school diploma
5+ years of related experience
Communicate effectively with supervisor.
Gather all the facts before making a recommendation.
Be familiar with well and equipment conditions.
Provide the necessary backup data.
Develop and use good listening skills.
Use change-out notes effectively.
Ensure that First Flow Forms are sent to the region office in a timely manner.
Lead by example, be informed, keep those you supervise well informed, be decisive and fair.
Instill a sense of urgency to all employees in the district.
Become a safety and environmental proponent.
Recognize problems and develop solutions with a minimum of coaching.
Identify and sort projects and work load in order of importance.
Accept and complete projects quickly and within budget guidelines.
Communicate upward and downward with the same zeal.

Competencies

The successful candidate will lead by example through successfully demonstrating the following:

Core Competencies

Communication: Writes, speaks, and presents information effectively and persuasively across communication setting;
Results: Pursues work with energy, drive, and results orientation to positively impact Apache’s business success;
Collaboration: Works in partnership with others and encourages different perspectives, while building and maintaining trust; and
Culture: Willingness and ability to align one’s behavior with the needs, priorities, and goals of Apache.

Leadership Competencies

Servant Leadership: Inspires and enables performance excellence through feedback, empathy, development and empowerment;
Strategic Mindset: Applies business acumen to see the big picture, understand business issues, and exhibit financial stewardship;
Change Leadership: Inspires change by challenging the status quo, generating support, and executing improvement projects to achieve business outcomes; and
Leading Effective Teams: Enables performance excellence through effective structure, delegation, and motivation.