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Danos, LLC

Lease Operator

Midland, TX · On-site

$26 - $34.25/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 ...

Danos, LLC

Lease Operator

Broadus, MT · On-site

$25.75 - $34/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 ...

Danos, LLC

Lease Operator

Laurel, MS · On-site

$23 - $30.25/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 ...

Danos, LLC

Multi Skilled Operator II

Kenedy, TX · On-site

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

Overview 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 ...

Danos, LLC

Multi Skilled Operator II

Kenedy, TX

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

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 ...

Danos, LLC

Lease Operator

Carlsbad, NM

$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 ...

Danos, LLC

Lease Operator

Mentone, TX

$26 - $34.50/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 ...

Danos, LLC

Lease Operator

Bellville, TX · On-site

$24.50 - $32.25/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 ...

Danos, LLC

Lease Operator

Dilley, TX · On-site

$24.25 - $32/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 ...

Danos, LLC

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 ...

Danos, LLC

Lease Operator

Mentone, TX · On-site

$26 - $34.50/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 ...

Danos, LLC

Lease Operator

Santa Fe, TX · On-site

$24 - $31.75/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 ...

Danos, LLC

Multi Skilled Operator II

Kenedy, TX · On-site

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

Overview 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 ...

SLB

Well Testing Data Acquisition Engineer

Houma, LA

$110K - $132K/yr

... operating data acquisition systems to monitor and record operational parameters in field ... Familiarity with surface well testing operations. Previous certification in surface testing ...

Danos, LLC

Lease Operator

Dilley, TX · On-site

$24.25 - $32/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 ...

Permian Resources

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 ...

Permian Resources

Night Lease Operator

San Angelo, TX · On-site

$25.50 - $33.75/hr

This position is responsible for overseeing the daily oil and gas well testing, operating and maintenance of assigned oil and gas process equipment, including the identification of problems ...

Permian Resources

Night Lease Operator

San Angelo, TX · On-site

$25.50 - $33.75/hr

This position is responsible for overseeing the daily oil and gas well testing, operating and maintenance of assigned oil and gas process equipment, including the identification of problems ...

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How much do well testing oilfield operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for well testing oilfield operator in the United States is $23.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $26.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Well Testing Oilfield Operator vs Well Service Technician?

AspectWell Testing Oilfield OperatorWell Service Technician
CertificationsBasic safety and operational certifications, possibly well controlSimilar safety certifications, specialized equipment training
Work EnvironmentOn-site at well sites, handling testing equipmentOn-site or in workshops, maintaining and repairing equipment
Job FocusMonitoring and operating well testing proceduresMaintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting well service equipment

Both roles involve working in oilfield environments with safety certifications and equipment handling. The Well Testing Oilfield Operator primarily focuses on conducting well tests and monitoring operations, while the Well Service Technician emphasizes equipment maintenance and repair. Understanding these differences helps job seekers identify the right career path in the oilfield industry.

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Infographic showing various Well Testing Oilfield Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,098 per year, or $23.6 per hour.

Lease Operator

Midland, TX • On-site

Danos, LLC
Construction • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$26 - $34.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 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 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. 


  • 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. 

  • 1+ 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 practice

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