Civitas Resources

Foreman, Production

Big Lake, TX

$121,000-$140,000

About This Job

Summary of Position:

The Foreman, Production Operations supervises the daily production operations activities through Lead Operator, Artificial Lift Technician, and Lease Operators. This position is responsible for the safe, effective, and economic installation, operation and maintenance of oil and gas production operations across the assigned operating area.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

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Ensure that field operations are being conducted in compliance with all applicable state/province/provincial and federal regulations

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Ensure that work is completed in a safe, efficient, and environmentally sound manner

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Monitor groups operating expenses and optimize costs

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Coordinate as necessary with well servicing, drilling, completion, engineering, construction, and EHS groups.

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Responsible for maximizing production at minimum cost.

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Ensure Lease Operators understands well profitability and the impact of OPEX decisions and prioritize daily activities accordingly.

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Be present in the field and in tune with your wells and people.

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Recommend and implement maintenance and cost reduction programs.

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Maintain base production, facilitate routine route reviews with Lease Operators.

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Daily well performance, optimization, managing/reporting/addressing downtime.

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Identify well performance issues that need workover/wireline intervention.

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Monitor rental compressor reliability and performance, ensure unit meets the needs.

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Recommend changes in production operations and work with the Production Superintendent and Production Engineering on implementing changes.

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Establish and maintain good working relationships with surface owners and community leaders.

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Interact daily with Production/Facilities Engineers, Production Foremen & Superintendents, Automation Technicians, Measurement Technicians, Compressor Technicians, Chemical Technicians and Contractors to introduce, define, organize and complete projects

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Demonstrate safe and ethical behavior at all times and has an obligation to stop work if unsafe conditions exist or are suspected

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Support the health, safety and welfare of all personnel working within his/her area of responsibility including visitors, contract personnel, and company employees

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Mentor, train, review, and develop Production personnel on good well surveillance tools and practices.

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Perform all other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

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Oil and Gas Industry Experience required.

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Knowledge of company policies, procedures and safe work practices required.

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Able to work within a team environment.

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Able to travel and work extended hours.

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Position requires operation of company vehicles, must maintain a clean driving record and adhere to company vehicle policies.

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Commitment to safety and environmental stewardship.

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Strong verbal and written communication skills.

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High level experience with computer programs, production acounting programs and SCADA systems required.

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Able to take ownership of projects and responsibilities.

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Able to display a high level of accountability and initiative.

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Strong organizational and time management skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

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Builds, supervises, and manages team providing direction, development and guidance.

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Responsible for setting expectations and building training as necessary for new and existing employees to develop skill sets.

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Expected to lead and teach by example, when necessary, on location and in the field.

Education & Experience:

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5-10 plus years’ relevant experience in oil & gas.

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1-2 plus years’ supervisory experience.

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High School Diploma or GED preferred.

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Proven leader.

Travel & Additional Requirements:

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Work is performed at a CIVI field location.

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Travel is required to other Civitas offices and field locations.

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Civitas is a drug free workplace. All offers to successful candidates will be subject to successful background check and drug screen.

Benefits:

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Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

+ Dental and Vision insurance premiums are at no cost to employees.

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Generous 401(k) Retirement Plan with a 6% company match. 100% vest of employer contributions after the first month of employment.

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Company paid Life & AD&D insurance.

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Voluntary Life, AD&D, Accident, and Critical Illness plans.

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Vacation, sick, volunteer, and holiday pay.

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Health Saving Accounts (with an employer contribution) and Flexible Spending Accounts.

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Fitness and tuition reimbursements.

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Opportunity for Short Term and Long-Term Incentives.

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Company paid short-term and long-term disability programs.

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Paid parental leave.

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Volunteer opportunities through The Civitas Community Foundation.

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Employee assistance program.

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Your choice of paid parking or an RTD EcoPass for Denver-based employees.

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by this position to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

AMOUNT OF TIME

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Stand

Walk

Sit

Use hands & fingers

Reach with hands & arms

Climb or balance (includes ladders)

Bending, kneel, squatting or crawling

Talk or hear

Wear personal protective equipment.

(e.g. respirator, fire resistant clothing)

Weight Lifted

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Up to 10 lbs.

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Up to 25 lbs.

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Up to 50 lbs.

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Up to 100 lbs.

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More than 100 lbs.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those this position may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

AMOUNT OF TIME

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Work near moving mechanical parts

Work in high, precarious places

Fumes or airborne particles

Toxic or caustic chemicals

Outdoor weather conditions (heat & cold)

Loud Noise (conveyor systems, mechanical equip, etc.)

Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. However, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

Civitas Resources offers of employment take into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work location, external market, and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees.

Base Pay Range: $121,000 - $140,000

Application Deadline:

Application Deadline: July 28, 2025. Please note that applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

Notice To Third Party Agencies:

Civitas does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to Civitas in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where Civitas has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of Civitas and Civitas will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

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