Discovery Natural Resources LLC is a domestic, onshore exploration and production company with over 1,000 wells in operation in Texas.

Under the direction of the AP Analyst/Lead, the Accounts Payable Technician’s main job function is to apply correct coding on invoices and electronic field tickets based on operational activity. Other responsibilities may include maintaining the name & address records in the company Accounting system, reconciling vendor statements, and tracking receipt of critical pay invoices. Effectively communicates with vendors, accounting personnel, procurement department, operations and other Company employees. Documents accounting and administrative procedures, performs general filing and assists the Denver AP department as needed.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform weekly check run process
• Code invoices, electronic field tickets, and research BOLO import failures
• Scan, validate and route invoices in the electronic invoice workflow system
• Provide training and support to vendors utilizing the electronic workflow system
• Maintain vendor Pricebook rates in electronic workflow system and perform compliancy analytics
• Reconcile vendor statements
• Research uncashed checks and stalled credit card payments, perform voids and reissues of payment
• Track receipt of critical pay invoices
• Setup name & address records for new vendors and administer W-9 documentation
• Design, implement and maintain various spreadsheets/databases for tracking and reporting purposes
• Provide accounting support/system inquiries from accounting and other Discovery employees
• Review invoices to ensure appropriate sales tax has been charged
• Document procedures in OneNote
• Perform vendor analysis for 1099 filings

Education and Experience

• Minimum of 3-5 years of clerical experience in an accounts payable department
• High school diploma or GED required
• Oil & gas experience preferred
• OpenInvoice, OpenTicket and PriceBook preferred

Skills and Knowledge

• Commitment to Discovery Natural Resources expectations and core values.
• Basic knowledge of accounts payable functions
• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• Basic working knowledge of an ERP system, BOLO experience is a plus
• Ability to follow instructions and established procedures
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Ability to verify mathematical accuracy and completeness of documents
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

Compensation and Benefits

• Estimated pay range:  $25.00 – $30.00/hr (depending upon experience of the successful candidate)
• Eligible for short- and long-term incentives
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• Basic life and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Hybrid work from home schedule available
• 9/80 work schedule

*Frequently sit for extended periods of time. Regularly view a computer screen for extended periods of time. Regularly type on a keyboard and/or perform data entry continuously. Occasionally may be required to reach, squat, bend and lift up to 10 lbs (files or documents). May also require occasional lifting of heavy objects (30+ lbs).

Discovery Natural Resources LLC is a domestic, onshore exploration and production company with over 1,000 wells in operation in Texas.

Under the direction of the Production Foreman, the Lease Operator is responsible for the daily operation of all producing wells on the assigned route. Responsible for maximizing the daily production for all wells and for daily reporting of the production in the eVIN system. Also performs minor maintenance on production equipment. Ensures all work is performed in compliance with Company policies and procedures including environmental, health and safety standards. Works directly with other members of the asset team to insure that Company goals are met. Effectiveness is measured by meeting production goals, reduced operating costs, and/or improved safety for the Company and its employees. May frequently work variable days off schedule.

Primary Responsibilities

• Obtain gas charts/meter readings, wellhead pressures and gauge oil and water tanks accurately. Call in oil and water loads needing hauled to Discovery’s Area Office.
• Accurately input production data into the eVIN system daily.
• Diagnosis production problems including, but not limited to, tubing leak, rod part, bad pump, and gas lock.
• Report findings to the Production/Assistant Foreman.
• Perform minor maintenance to production equipment including, but not limited to, heater treaters, separators, engines, pumping units, electric panels and oil and water test meters.
• Recycle oil tanks to maintain saleable oil.
• Monitor chemical/soap pumps for the required amount of chemical/soap injected. Order chemical/soap/soap sticks through the Production/Assistant Foreman or Lead Lease Operator.
• Change gas charts on the assigned route as scheduled. Report all gas meter problems such as pens not marking, pens not zeroing, pens not arcing correctly, necessary plate changes, blank screen, daily production numbers repeating, etc to the Pipeline Tech.
• Read and record data in eVIN for plunger equipped wells including cycles per day, cycle times for on and off time, afterflow time setting, plunger arrivals per day, plunger run time, hours on and hours off.
• Adjust plunger cycles or pumping unit run time to maximize production.
• Inspect plungers monthly for wear and replacement.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Company including environmental, health and safety standards.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma, GED, or a minimum of 4 years industry experience required.
• At least 8 years pumping experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to climb stairs, as required on 10, 15, 20 & 25 foot production tanks.
• Ability to lift 55 lbs 3 feet above ground level.
• Possible exposure to numerous oil field chemicals, including but not limited to soap, methanol, paraffin inhibitor and scale inhibitor.
• Ability to work with pumping units which may be 15 to 20 feet above ground.
• Periodic exposure to all types of weather conditions for long periods of time.
• Ability to hear over loud background noises.
• Ability to regularly work in a dangerous and fast-paced environment.

Skills and Knowledge

• Commitment to Discovery Natural Resources expectations and core values.
• Must be able to read and understand instructions communicated in English; bilingual a plus.
• Self starter, able to perform duties with minimal supervision.
• Ability to recognize changes and possible problems.
• Requires ability to adapt to fluctuating work schedule, i.e. frequent overtime; off duty call outs; varied work schedule.
• Strong communication skills with ability to work in a team environment.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Basic mechanical skills.
• Valid driver license and good driving record.

Complexity of Duties

• Determine if safety hazard exists and take appropriate action.
• Operate a variety of oilfield production related equipment and makes minor repairs.
• Work with wells to optimize production to meet or exceed engineering expectations.
• Input production data into a computer program.
• Recommend changes to improve production or lower costs.

Majority of work will be outdoors under variable weather conditions. May require occasional lifting of heavy objects. Physical ability to perform routine maintenance on oil and gas wells as required.

NOTE: This job description is NOT intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the Company

Discovery Natural Resources LLC is a domestic, onshore exploration and production company with over 1,000 wells in operation in Texas.

Under the general supervision of the Automation Foreman, the Automation Technician is responsible for complex oilfield automation tasks to aid in the oversight for the optimization of oilfield automation and communications systems. The position requires the individual to assist Field personnel, Production, Construction and Engineering staff to implement and maintain automation equipment in a field environment. When problems occur, the Automation Technician is responsible for handling the immediate problem and recommending any necessary changes.  Must desire to work in a collaborative multi-functional team setting that prioritizes a “One Team” approach to problem solving, and that can bring a continuous improvement mindset to the team.

Primary Responsibilities

• Monitors communication and automation equipment.
• Calibration, testing, repairing and/or replacing of field sensors (flow, temperature, pressure, level, etc.).
• Repairs control valves, positioners, transducers, and any other part necessary to the operation of the valve.
• Removes, dismantles, cleans, maintains and assembles instruments and replaces defective components.
• Monitors daily SCADA and gas meter downloads; reports and repairs issue as they develop.
• Monitors, maintains and repairs radio network for communication problems or outages.
• Provides automation and programming support of industry standards, devices and systems expertise for ABB Totaflow and WinCCU/PCCU Allen Bradley PLCs, SCADAPack, ABB Totalflow, Schneider PLC, Productivity PLC, Red Lion HMI, etc.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum 10 years of Oil and Gas Automation or I/E experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 55 lbs. 3 feet above ground level.
• Periodic exposure to all types of weather conditions for long periods of time.
• Ability to regularly work in fast-paced environment.

Skills and Knowledge

• Commitment to Discovery Natural Resources expectations and core values.
• Well versed in installing, managing, troubleshooting various communication systems such as Ethernet, Modbus, serial, digital data communications (Freewave, Rajant Mesh, Ubiquiti and Cambium Radios and cellular modems, etc.). General networking knowledge is a must.
• Well versed in installing, managing, troubleshooting various Automation and instrumentation equipment such as Oleumtech, ABB, PCS, Foxboro, Endress Hauser, Drexelbrook,, Wika, Valvecon,  Siemens, ASCO, Rosemount Instrumentation systems, etc
• Self-starter, able to perform duties with minimal supervision.
• Strong computer and network skills necessary
• Diverse work experience with automation systems on Oil and Gas field sites is a must for Projects that include well-pad installations, commissioning, maintenance, trouble-shooting, and programming
• Ability to recognize changes and potential problems; exercise independent thinking to solve problems.
• Must have expertise in management of automation projects from beginning to end.
• Strong service, multitasking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills with ability to work in a team environment.
• Defining Analog and Digital I/O designs and documentation.
• Modbus communication protocol programming.
• Be able to direct and supervise contract labor and other automation contractors as needed.
• Requires ability to adapt to fluctuating work schedule, i.e. overtime; rotating on call schedule; off duty call outs; varied work schedule.

Complexity of Duties

• Determine if safety hazard exists and take appropriate action.
• Operates a variety of oilfield production related equipment and makes minor repairs.
• Ability to identify automation problems and have the mechanical and technical skills to solve them.
• Capable of working efficiently alone and under pressure in a sometimes physically demanding environment, demonstrating experience working outdoors in all climatic conditions and sometimes in remote locations
• Able to read and interpret technical documentation (PIDs, ladder logic, function block code, schematics, loop sheets, manuals, etc.)

*Majority of work will be outdoors under variable weather conditions. May require occasional lifting of heavy objects. Physical ability to perform routine maintenance on oil and gas wells as required. Must be aware of potential hazards and know how to handle emergency situations. Hazards include fluids under high pressure and deadly hydrogen sulphide which is often a component of gas that comes directly from the well.