Lead Lease Operator

About the role

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. Crescent's 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 Lead Lease Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation, monitoring, and maintenance of oil and gas production facilities within the WTX Asset while providing daily field leadership and technical support to assigned lease operators. Based out of the Garden City, Texas office, this position performs lease operator duties, coordinates field priorities with the Foreman or Supervisor, trains employees and contract operators, and supports production optimization, accurate reporting, and compliance with company, regulatory, environmental, and safety standards.

This role provides day-to-day work guidance and communicates training, performance, and staffing concerns to the Foreman or Supervisor, who retains responsibility for formal personnel decisions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Commit to HSE&R in all activities, model safe work practices, and exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions exist or are suspected.
• Perform routine operational checks of assigned wells, production equipment, and facilities; monitor production performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability and production.
• Coordinate daily work priorities, route coverage, and operational handoffs with the Foreman or Supervisor; communicate assignments and follow up on completion.
• Train and mentor newly assigned employees and contract lease operators on equipment, routes, operating procedures, production reporting, and safe work practices; verify understanding and communicate training progress and gaps.
• Provide hands-on troubleshooting support for production equipment and artificial lift systems, including gas lift and plunger lift; escalate issues beyond the team's capabilities or authority.
• Collect, record, and submit accurate daily production data, including gas and liquid volumes, well pressures, equipment status, and chemical usage; review assigned operators' reports for completeness and follow up on discrepancies.
• Conduct production tests, equipment inspections, and minor repairs as required; witness gauging, testing, and measurement activities to support accurate production records and run tickets.
• Use SCADA and P2 Field Operator systems to monitor operations, identify abnormal conditions, and support timely field response.
• Communicate equipment failures, downtime, safety concerns, and production variances promptly; provide clear status updates and track assigned follow-up actions.
• Coordinate maintenance and field service needs with the Foreman or Supervisor and support Operations Engineering, maintenance, I&E, automation, and HSE personnel as needed.
• Support regulatory, environmental, and safety compliance; reinforce required work procedures, equipment isolation, hazard identification, and incident reporting.
• Coordinate assigned field service activities within approved scope and authority; represent the company during delivery and receipt of materials, equipment, and services.
• Model respectful communication and accountability; provide practical coaching and promptly elevate unresolved performance, conduct, or work-schedule concerns to the Foreman or Supervisor.
• Respond to emergencies and significant operational events as required and communicate operating conditions during shift changes or route coverage transitions.
• Maintain company vehicles, computers, and field-testing equipment; support lease and facility housekeeping, vegetation control, painting, and road maintenance.
• Maintain positive working relationships with surface owners, contractors, regulatory representatives, and internal support teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Strong commitment to business ethics, HSE&R, and safe work practices.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision and manage competing priorities.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with field personnel, leadership, and support teams.
• Valid driver's license and ability to safely operate a company vehicle.
• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions and respond to operational needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Oil and gas production operations experience preferred.
• Experience with P2 Field Operator.
• Experience with SCADA systems.
• Experience operating and troubleshooting artificial lift systems such as gas lift and plunger lift.

Physical Requirements

• Bending, squatting, crouching, kneeling
• Ability to lift and carry 50+ pounds
• Reaching, stooping, climbing
• Push/pull/lifting activities
• Walking and standing for extended periods
• Ability to recognize operational conditions through sight, sound, and smell
• Ability to concentrate while driving and working extended hours in adverse weather conditions