Lease Operator
$22.25 - $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
$22.25 - $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
Ardmore, OK · 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
Ardmore, OK · 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 ...
Multi-Skilled Operator I
$17.25 - $22.75/hr
Overview The position of Multi-Skilled Operator I is responsible for oil and gas well operations, well testing, operating and maintaining field equipment and facilities, surveillance of general field ...
Multi-Skilled Operator I
$17.25 - $22.75/hr
Overview The position of Multi-Skilled Operator I is responsible for oil and gas well operations, well testing, operating and maintaining field equipment and facilities, surveillance of general field ...
Lease Operator
Carlsbad, NM · On-site
$22.25 - $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
Carlsbad, NM · On-site
$22.25 - $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
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
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
Odessa, TX · On-site
$26.75 - $35.25/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
Odessa, TX · On-site
$26.75 - $35.25/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
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
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
Carlsbad, NM · On-site
$22.25 - $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
Carlsbad, NM · On-site
$22.25 - $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
$22.25 - $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 ...
Lease Operator
$22.25 - $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 ...
Flowback Operators
Williston, ND · On-site
$17.25 - $22.50/hr
As a Well Tester (Field Laborer), you will be responsible for supporting well-testing operations by assisting with the setup, operation, and maintenance of well-testing equipment. This role requires ...
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Flowback Operators
Williston, ND · On-site
$17.25 - $22.50/hr
As a Well Tester (Field Laborer), you will be responsible for supporting well-testing operations by assisting with the setup, operation, and maintenance of well-testing equipment. This role requires ...
Lease Operator - Gardendale
Gardendale, TX · On-site
$23.75 - $31.25/hr
Permian Resources (NYSE: PR) is currently seeking a Lease Operator in Gardendale, TX. This position is responsible for overseeing the daily oil and gas well testing, operating and maintenance of ...
Lease Operator - Gardendale
Gardendale, TX · On-site
$23.75 - $31.25/hr
Permian Resources (NYSE: PR) is currently seeking a Lease Operator in Gardendale, TX. This position is responsible for overseeing the daily oil and gas well testing, operating and maintenance of ...
Flowback Operators
Williston, ND · On-site
$17.25 - $22.50/hr
As a Well Tester (Field Laborer), you will be responsible for supporting well-testing operations by assisting with the setup, operation, and maintenance of well-testing equipment. This role requires ...
Flowback Operators
Williston, ND · On-site
$17.25 - $22.50/hr
As a Well Tester (Field Laborer), you will be responsible for supporting well-testing operations by assisting with the setup, operation, and maintenance of well-testing equipment. This role requires ...
Lease Operator
Carlsbad, NM · On-site
$22.25 - $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
Carlsbad, NM · On-site
$22.25 - $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
$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
$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
Carlsbad, NM · On-site
$22.25 - $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
Carlsbad, NM · On-site
$22.25 - $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 - Gardendale
Gardendale, TX · On-site
$23.75 - $31.25/hr
Permian Resources (NYSE: PR) is currently seeking a Lease Operator in Gardendale, TX. This position is responsible for overseeing the daily oil and gas well testing, operating and maintenance of ...
Lease Operator - Gardendale
Gardendale, TX · On-site
$23.75 - $31.25/hr
Permian Resources (NYSE: PR) is currently seeking a Lease Operator in Gardendale, TX. This position is responsible for overseeing the daily oil and gas well testing, operating and maintenance of ...
Night Lease Operator
Monahans, TX · On-site
$24.25 - $32/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 ...
Night Lease Operator
Monahans, TX · On-site
$24.25 - $32/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 ...
Multi-Skilled Operator I
Kenedy, TX · On-site
$17.25 - $22.75/hr
The position of Multi-Skilled Operator I is responsible for oil and gas well operations, well testing, operating and maintaining field equipment and facilities, surveillance of general field ...
Multi-Skilled Operator I
Kenedy, TX · On-site
$17.25 - $22.75/hr
The position of Multi-Skilled Operator I is responsible for oil and gas well operations, well testing, operating and maintaining field equipment and facilities, surveillance of general field ...
Lease Operator
Carlsbad, NM · On-site
$22.25 - $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
Carlsbad, NM · On-site
$22.25 - $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
$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
$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 ...
Trainee Well Testing Operator information
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$25.5K - $29K
6% of jobs
$29K - $32.4K
12% of jobs
$33.5K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$32.4K - $35.9K
22% of jobs
$35.9K - $39.3K
5% of jobs
The median wage is $40.9K / yr.
$39.3K - $42.8K
10% of jobs
$42.8K - $46.2K
9% of jobs
$46.2K - $49.7K
11% of jobs
$49.9K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$49.7K - $53.1K
10% of jobs
$53.1K - $56.6K
7% of jobs
$56.6K - $60K
5% of jobs
$60K - $63.5K
3% of jobs
$25.5K
$43.5K
$63.5K
How much do trainee well testing operator jobs pay per year?
As of Jun 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for trainee well testing operator in the United States is $43,530.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33,000.00 and $51,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is the difference between Trainee Well Testing Operator vs Well Testing Technician?
| Aspect | Trainee Well Testing Operator | Well Testing Technician |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | Basic safety and industry-specific certifications, training provided on the job | Advanced certifications, possibly including well control and specialized technical training |
| Work Environment | On-site at oil and gas wells, often in remote locations, supervised learning | More independent, technical tasks, often in similar environments but with more responsibility |
| Job Responsibilities | Assisting with well testing operations, learning equipment use, safety procedures | Performing well testing, data collection, equipment maintenance, troubleshooting |
The main difference is that a Trainee Well Testing Operator is in a learning phase, focusing on gaining skills and certifications under supervision, while a Well Testing Technician has more experience and handles technical tasks independently. Both roles are essential in well testing operations within the oil and gas industry, but the technician role requires more expertise and responsibility.
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Danos rating
6.8
Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
41st of 74 rated oil and gas companies
Job description
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 operations and maintenance of various databases regarding production and operations.
Responsibilities
- Non-scheduled callouts outside normal business hours can be expected.
- Types of wells include flowing, beam pump (with electronic pump-off controller), plunger lift, water injection and water disposal.
- Types of facilities include production tank batteries, flowlines, LACT (lease automatic custody transfer) facilities, water injection plants, natural gas compression, cathodic protection and metering devices (electronic gas measurement and others).
- Job is to be performed employing safe work practices while utilizing acceptable environmental procedures to maximize earnings while minimizing costs on assigned oil and gas producing properties.
- Daily monitoring of multiple well sites by vehicle.
- Test, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment and mechanical problems.
- Perform mandatory paperwork required by customer and regulatory agencies.
- General housekeeping and field maintenance.
Qualifications
- 2+ years of Lease Operator experience required.
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
- Valid US Driver's License with acceptable driving record required.
- Must be able to meet all conditional job offer requirements including background, drug test, MVR, agility and fit for duty.
- Physical Requirements - Must be able to lift 40 lbs., climb ladders and stairs. Walking, bending stopping is required. Must be able to wear personal protective equipment. Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.
- Understanding of environmental and safe work practices.
About Danos
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Industry
Construction
Company size
501 - 1,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Gray, LA, US
Year founded
1947