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Esp Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Lease Operator

Kermit, TX

$25.25 - $33.25/hr

The Lease Operator responsible for the safe and efficient operation of oil and gas wells and ... Operate and monitor oil and gas wells, including gas lift and ESP wells. * Monitor and operate ...

Multi Skilled Operator II

Kenedy, TX · On-site

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

Responsible for well operations, gas lifted wells, ESP's, three phase separation, gas compression ... other operators and craft personnel in their duties. * Prepares for and performs maintenance ...

Multi Skilled Operator II

Kenedy, TX · On-site

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

Responsible for well operations, gas lifted wells, ESP's, three phase separation, gas compression ... other operators and craft personnel in their duties. * Prepares for and performs maintenance ...

Multi Skilled Operator II

Kenedy, TX

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

Responsible for well operations, gas lifted wells, ESP's, three phase separation, gas compression ... other operators and craft personnel in their duties. * Prepares for and performs maintenance ...

Multi-Skilled Operator II

Kenedy, TX

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

Responsible for well operations, gas lifted wells, ESP's, three phase separation, gas compression ... other operators and craft personnel in their duties. * Prepares for and performs maintenance ...

Multi-Skilled Operator IV

Crane, TX · On-site

$17.25 - $22.50/hr

Responsible for well operations, gas lifted wells, ESP's, three phase separation, gas compression ... other operators and craft personnel in their duties. * Prepares for and performs maintenance ...

Multi-Skilled Operator IV

Crane, TX

$17.25 - $22.50/hr

Responsible for well operations, gas lifted wells, ESP's, three phase separation, gas compression ... other operators and craft personnel in their duties. * Prepares for and performs maintenance ...

Lease Operator

Kermit, TX · On-site

$25.25 - $33.25/hr

Operate and monitor oil and gas wells, including gas lift and ESP wells. * Monitor and operate ... Experience operating and troubleshooting oil and gas wells and production equipment. * Experience ...

Multi-Skilled Operator IV

Crane, TX · On-site

$17.25 - $22.50/hr

Responsible for well operations, gas lifted wells, ESP's, three phase separation, gas compression ... other operators and craft personnel in their duties. * Prepares for and performs maintenance ...

Multi-Skilled Operator II

Kenedy, TX

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

Responsible for well operations, gas lifted wells, ESP's, three phase separation, gas compression ... other operators and craft personnel in their duties. * Prepares for and performs maintenance ...

Multi-Skilled Operator II

Kenedy, TX · On-site

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

Responsible for well operations, gas lifted wells, ESP's, three phase separation, gas compression ... other operators and craft personnel in their duties. * Prepares for and performs maintenance ...

Multi-Skilled Operator II

Kenedy, TX

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

Responsible for well operations, gas lifted wells, ESP's, three phase separation, gas compression ... other operators and craft personnel in their duties. * Prepares for and performs maintenance ...

Lease Operators

Fowlerton, TX · On-site

$24.75 - $32.75/hr

* Responsible for well operations, gas lifted wells, ESP's, three phase separation, gas compression ... other operators and craft personnel in their duties. * Prepares for and performs maintenance ...

Multi-Skilled Operator IV

Kenedy, TX · On-site

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

Responsible for well operations, gas lifted wells, ESP's, three phase separation, gas compression ... other operators and craft personnel in their duties. * Prepares for and performs maintenance ...

Multi-Skilled Operator II

Kenedy, TX

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

Responsible for well operations, gas lifted wells, ESP's, three phase separation, gas compression ... other operators and craft personnel in their duties. * Prepares for and performs maintenance ...

Multi-Skilled Operator IV

Kenedy, TX

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

Responsible for well operations, gas lifted wells, ESP's, three phase separation, gas compression ... other operators and craft personnel in their duties. * Prepares for and performs maintenance ...

Multi-Skilled Operator III

Kenedy, TX · On-site

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

Responsible for well operations, gas lifted wells, ESP's, three phase separation, gas compression ... other operators and craft personnel in their duties. * Prepares for and performs maintenance ...

Lease Operator

Kermit, TX · On-site

$25.25 - $33.25/hr

Operate and monitor oil and gas wells, including gas lift and ESP wells. * Monitor and operate ... Experience operating and troubleshooting oil and gas wells and production equipment. * Experience ...

Multi-Skilled Operator II

Kenedy, TX · On-site

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

Responsible for well operations, gas lifted wells, ESP's, three phase separation, gas compression ... other operators and craft personnel in their duties. * Prepares for and performs maintenance ...

Multi-Skilled Operator II

Kenedy, TX · On-site

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

Responsible for well operations, gas lifted wells, ESP's, three phase separation, gas compression ... other operators and craft personnel in their duties. * Prepares for and performs maintenance ...

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How much do esp operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for esp operator in the United States is $20.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $22.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Esp Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 40% Full Time, 58% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,738 per year, or $20.1 per hour.
Danos, LLC
Construction • 501 - 1,000 employees

$25.25 - $33.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago


Danos rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

The Lease Operator responsible for the safe and efficient operation of oil and gas wells and production equipment. The Lease Operator monitors well performance, maintains production, troubleshoots equipment issues, and makes adjustments to maximize production while following all safety and operating procedures.


  • Operate and monitor oil and gas wells, including gas lift and ESP wells.
  • Monitor and operate three-phase separators, gas compressors, pipelines, and control systems.
  • Perform daily field rounds, take readings, and monitor well and equipment performance.
  • Make operational adjustments to maximize production and minimize downtime.
  • Perform minor maintenance and troubleshooting on valves, pumps, compressors, and rotating equipment.
  • Assist maintenance and other field personnel as needed.
  • Issue work permits, follow procedures, and initiate work requests.
  • Monitor and adjust chemical injection/pump rates, including corrosion, paraffin, and soap treatment.
  • Work with Engineering and support groups to gather production and well data.
  • Track compression and production data.
  • Perform fluid-level testing using an Echo Meter.

  • 3–5 years of Lease Operator, Pumper, Production Operator, or closely related Oil & Gas field experience.
  • Experience operating and troubleshooting oil and gas wells and production equipment.
  • Experience with gas lift, ESPs, three-phase separation, gas compression, and pipeline operations preferred.
  • Knowledge of pumps, valves, compressors, and rotating equipment.
  • Experience with well monitoring, production optimization, chemical injection, and fluid levels preferred.
  • Ability to troubleshoot routine operational issues and make basic operating decisions.
  • Working knowledge of Oil & Gas field procedures, terminology, and safe work practices.
  • Must meet all job requirements.


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