Production Field Foreman

Job Description

The Production Field Foreman oversees daily field operations, managing a team of operators, technicians, and contractors. You are responsible for the optimization of production assets, the maintenance of equipment, and the strict enforcement of safety protocols. It’s a high-stakes balancing act: you need to keep the output high, the costs low, and the crew out of harm’s way.

This role usually requires being “on-call” and demands a mix of technical troubleshooting and high-level people management.

Responsibility

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  Monitoring daily volumes and performance metrics to ensure the field is hitting its “numbers.” If a well or machine goes down, you’re the one coordinating the fix.
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  Supervising, training, and mentoring Lease Operators, Pumping crews, and Maintenance technicians.
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  Enforcing Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and environmental protocols to prevent spills, leaks, or workplace injuries.
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  Monitoring daily volumes and performance metrics to ensure the field is hitting its “numbers.” If a well or machine goes down, you’re the one coordinating the fix.
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  Reviewing and approving field expenses, managing chemical or parts inventories, and finding ways to reduce Operating Expense (LOE).
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  Hiring and supervising specialized third-party vendors for tasks like workovers, drilling, or facility repairs.
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  Mentoring junior staff, scheduling shifts, and managing third-party contractors to ensure work is done to specification.

Qualifications

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  Typically 5–10 years of hands-on experience in field operations (e.g., as a Lead Pumper or Production Technician).
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  A High School Diploma is required; however, an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Technology, Engineering, or Business is increasingly preferred.
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  Deep understanding of artificial lift systems (Rod pumps, ESPs, Gas lifts).
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  Valid Driver’s License (clean record), Well Control certification, and often H2S (Hydrogen Sulfide) safety training.
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  Strong “thick-skin” leadership, the ability to make high-pressure decisions, and clear communication skills for reporting to executives.