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Hourly Lease Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Title: Lease Operator Location: Delaware Basin Pay: $28.00 - $40.00/HR Includes: Company-provided truck, and gas card and benefits Hierarchy Breakdown: Reports to: Directly to the Foreman for the ...

Lease Operator

Jerome, ID

$24.75 - $32.75/hr

Lease Operator Location: Jerome, Idaho Employment Type: Full-time Benefits: Fuel Surcharge, Fuel savings Business: Transportation Company Every driver should be treated fairly and with respect. At ...

Lease Operator

Artesia, NM · On-site

$28 - $40/hr

Title: Lease Operator Location: Delaware Basin Pay: $28.00 - $40.00/HR Includes: Company-provided truck, and gas card and benefits Hierarchy Breakdown: Reports to: Directly to the Foreman for the ...

Lease Operator

Midland, TX · On-site

$28 - $40/hr

Title: Lease Operator Location: Delaware Basin Pay: $28.00 - $40.00/HR Includes: Company-provided truck, and gas card and benefits Hierarchy Breakdown: Reports to: Directly to the Foreman for the ...

Title: Lease Operator Location: Delaware Basin Pay: $28.00 - $40.00/HR Includes: Company-provided truck, and gas card and benefits Hierarchy Breakdown: Reports to: Directly to the Foreman for the ...

Title: Lease Operator Location: Delaware Basin Pay: $28.00 - $40.00/HR Includes: Company-provided truck, and gas card and benefits Hierarchy Breakdown: Reports to: Directly to the Foreman for the ...

Title: Lease Operator Location: Delaware Basin Pay: $28.00 - $40.00/HR Includes: Company-provided truck, and gas card and benefits Hierarchy Breakdown: Reports to: Directly to the Foreman for the ...

Title: Lease Operator Location: Delaware Basin Pay: $28.00 - $40.00/HR Includes: Company-provided truck, and gas card and benefits Hierarchy Breakdown: Reports to: Directly to the Foreman for the ...

Lease Operator

Carlsbad, NM · On-site

$28 - $40/hr

Title: Lease Operator Location: Delaware Basin Pay: $28.00 - $40.00/HR Includes: Company-provided truck, and gas card and benefits Hierarchy Breakdown: Reports to: Directly to the Foreman for the ...

Lease Operator

Odessa, TX · On-site

$28 - $40/hr

Title: Lease Operator Location: Delaware Basin Pay: $28.00 - $40.00/HR Includes: Company-provided truck, and gas card and benefits Hierarchy Breakdown: Reports to: Directly to the Foreman for the ...

Lease Operator

Midland, TX · On-site

$28 - $40/hr

Title: Lease Operator Location: Delaware Basin Pay: $28.00 - $40.00/HR Includes: Company-provided truck, and gas card and benefits Hierarchy Breakdown: Reports to: Directly to the Foreman for the ...

Lease Operator

Hobbs, NM · On-site

$28 - $40/hr

Title: Lease Operator Location: Delaware Basin Pay: $28.00 - $40.00/HR Includes: Company-provided truck, and gas card and benefits Hierarchy Breakdown: Reports to: Directly to the Foreman for the ...

Lease Operator

Bay City, TX

$23.25 - $30.75/hr

Overview / Responsibilities Wood is currently recruiting for Lease Operator with a fast-proven record of accomplishments to support operations in Bay City, TX . The Lease Operator is primarily ...

Lease Operator

Ardmore, OK

$22.50 - $29.50/hr

Overview The position of Lease Operator is responsible for oil and gas well operations, well testing, operating and maintaining field equipment and facilities, surveillance of general field ...

Lease Operator

Midland, TX · On-site

$26 - $34.25/hr

Overview The position of Lease Operator is responsible for oil and gas well operations, well testing, operating and maintaining field equipment and facilities, surveillance of general field ...

Lease Operator

Andrews, TX · On-site

$25.75 - $34/hr

The position of Lease Operator is responsible for oil and gas well operations, well testing, operating and maintaining field equipment and facilities, surveillance of general field operations and ...

Lease Operator

Loving, NM · On-site

$22.50 - $29.50/hr

Overview The position of Lease Operator is responsible for oil and gas well operations, well testing, operating and maintaining field equipment and facilities, surveillance of general field ...

Lease Operator

La Barge, WY · On-site

$25.25 - $33.50/hr

The position of Lease Operator is responsible for oil and gas well operations, well testing, operating and maintaining field equipment and facilities, surveillance of general field operations and ...

Lease Operator

Bay City, TX

$23.25 - $30.75/hr

Overview / Responsibilities Wood is currently recruiting for Lease Operator with a fast-proven record of accomplishments to support operations in Bay City, TX . The Lease Operator is primarily ...

Lease Operator

Ardmore, OK

$22.50 - $29.50/hr

The position of Lease Operator is responsible for oil and gas well operations, well testing, operating and maintaining field equipment and facilities, surveillance of general field operations and ...

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How much do hourly lease operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for hourly lease operator in the United States is $30.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.48 and $33.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hourly Lease Operator vs Tanker Truck Driver?

AspectHourly Lease OperatorTanker Truck Driver
CredentialsCommercial driver's license (CDL), safety trainingCDL, hazardous materials endorsement often required
Work EnvironmentOil fields, leasing sites, or storage facilitiesOn-road, transporting liquids across routes
Employer & IndustryOil & gas companies, leasing companiesTransport companies, oil & gas industry
Work ScheduleVariable, often long hours on-siteScheduled routes, long-haul or local

Hourly Lease Operators and Tanker Truck Drivers both require CDL licenses and work within the oil and gas industry. Lease operators focus on operating leased equipment at oil sites, while tanker drivers transport liquids between locations. The main differences lie in their work environment and daily tasks, but both roles demand safety training and industry-specific credentials.

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Lease Operator

$28 - $40/hr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

Job description

Title: Lease Operator

Location: Delaware Basin

Pay: $28.00 - $40.00/HR

Includes: Company-provided truck, and gas card and benefits

Hierarchy Breakdown:

Reports to: Directly to the Foreman for the area

Works Directly Alongside: All working personnel in his or her field.

Top Focus of this Position:

This person will work with minimal supervision to maintain and troubleshoot production equipment, including pumping units and ESPs, while efficiently managing assigned routes.

Lease Operator will have Knowledge and Ability to Perform the Following:

Operate and maintain pumping units and ESPs

Perform daily route checks to monitor and record production data

Ensure well performance and troubleshoot production issues

Conduct basic maintenance on equipment as needed

Respond promptly to call-outs within assigned coverage area

Production software for monitoring and reporting

Accurately document production data and required reports

Qualifications:

Minimum 2 years of Lease Operating experience (required due to minimal supervision)

Strong understanding of pumping units and ESPs

Ability to run and maintain assigned routes independently

Comfortable with computer documentation

Must be able to drive up to 300 miles per day

Must pass background check, driving record check, and DOT drug screening

Compensation will also include:

A Company Truck, Company Fuel Card, Benefits, Tools, Three sets of FR Clothing