Crescent is a differentiated U.S. energy company committed to delivering value through a disciplined, returns-driven growth through acquisition strategy and consistent return of capital. Our long-life, balanced portfolio combines stable cash flows from low-decline production with a deep, high-quality development inventory.
Crescent is a top three producer (by gross operated production) in the Eagle Ford basin. Crescent’s leadership is an experienced team of investment, financial and industry professionals that combines proven investment and operating expertise . For more than a decade, Crescent and our predecessors have executed on a consistent strategy focused on cash flow, risk management and returns. Through disciplined and accretive investments, we have successfully tripled the size of our company since going public in December 2021 while maintaining a strong balance sheet.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following essential functions:
- Oversee the operation, maintenance, and reliability of compressors and vapor recovery units (VRUs), and provide technical support for flares and combustors.
- Report daily to the Production Superintendent regarding compressor performance and all identified issues.
- Review compression-related scopes of work, proposals, and commercial terms; identify operational or commercial concerns and recommend revisions before approval.
- Oversee Compressor Technicians in performance of major repairs, overhauls, troubleshooting activities, and equipment-return-to-service decisions.
- Coordinate operating activity to ensure continual workflow of contract labor and equipment, maintaining timelines and expense budgets.
- Inspect the quality of the preventive maintenance programs by contractors, downtime, operating costs, fuel, oil, and antifreeze use thereby reducing repair and downtime costs.
- Identify and correct recurring equipment failures to reduce repeat contractor service calls.
- Assist Facility Engineers in standardization of compression facilities whenever practical.
- Inspects units and materials delivered for jobs for quality and quantity and tracks inventory.
- Act as main point of contact for contractors, vendors, outside agencies, and company personnel necessary to support Compression Operations.
- Serve as liaison between compression vendors and the Facility Engineers.
- Review, process, and approve invoices associated with compression repair and preventive maintenance.
- Communicate effectively with contractors, technical staff, and operational management.
- Ensure employees and contractors adhere to local, company, state, and federal rules, regulations, and policies.
- Maintain regulatory compliance by coordinating closely with the EH&S and Air Quality departments.
- Maintain accurate equipment histories, maintenance records, failure reports, and asset documentation.
- Develop annual maintenance plans, operating budgets, inventory requirements, and major-overhaul forecasts.
- Verify contractor qualifications, work quality, safety performance, and compliance with approved scopes and rates.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Must meet and maintain eligibility requirements to drive a company vehicle.
- Minimum of 5 years or more of compressor experience including preventive maintenance, diagnosis of problems, and required repairs.
- Minimum of 2 years of supervisor/management experience.
- Must be able to start compressors and place them online.
- Ability to judge priorities on unit repairs in terms of downtime, potential losses, and efficient working methods.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with all levels of employees in the organization.
- Demonstrate knowledge of economic evaluations and indicators and their effect on the area of responsibility.
- Demonstrate proficiency with SCADA, computerized maintenance-management systems, and related digital reporting tools.
- Understand compression for gas lift application and compressor station operations.
- Must be self-motivated, work with minimal supervision, maintain reliable attendance, and demonstrate flexible and cooperative behavior in the workplace.
- Consistently demonstrate safe, compliant, and ethical conduct.
FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES:
- Digitally Enabled – Anticipating and adopting innovations in business-building digital and technology software.
- Action Oriented – Taking on new opportunities and challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
- Interpersonal Intelligence - Relating openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people.
- Persuades – Using sound compelling arguments to gain the support and commitment of others.
- Self-Development – Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is normally performed outdoors where exposure to conditions of extreme heat/cold, fumes and gases is common. Noise level is moderate to loud and includes sounds of construction, equipment operations, and trucks and like equipment. Job hazards include working in normal light and heavy construction activities and working around pressured propane, water, electricity, and waste lines and under all weather conditions. May work in areas where H2S is present. Irregular working hours and stand-by/on-call hours are required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Work normally requires finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination to operate computer keyboard at moderate skill level. Work may require frequent pushing, pulling, or carrying 50 to 75 pound objects such as tools, equipment work operations. Work involves standing and walking most of the time but will also involve sitting and driving for extended periods sometimes over rough terrain.
Crescent Energy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender/pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Crescent Energy is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please let us know by contacting [email protected] .
