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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Delaware Operations Center (DOC) Operator - **Company:** ConocoPhillips - **Location:** Loving, NM, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Human-Computer Interaction, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Microsoft Office, Real Time Data - **Published:** July 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a0b1e7a758cc3360 ## About the Role * Legally authorized to work in the United States. * 1 or more years' experience working with Microsoft Office using programs such as Word, Excel and Outlook. * Willing and able to meet the physical demands and work environment requirements outlined in this job description, with or without reasonable accommodation. Preferred Requirements: * 5 or more years of experience in well or production operations. * 1 or more years of experience in upstream field operations. * Working knowledge of compression, plunger lift, rod pump, chemical treating, and related operations on high- and low-pressure oil and gas wells. * Understanding of well control and artificial lift principles. * Experience with gas gathering, dehydration, compression, stabilization, and processing. * Strong collaboration and communication skills. * Proven ability to plan work, respond urgently and safely to issues, and deliver sustainable results. Physical Demands & Work Environment * 7/7 rotation with 12-hour day/night shifts; overtime when needed. * Work in a control-room environment with multiple screens. * Extended periods of sitting, visual monitoring, and data entry., ConocoPhillips' sponsorship for employment authorization in the U.S. is NOT available for this position. ## Description The Delaware Operations Center (DOC) Operator monitors and optimizes oil and gas production across well sites and central facilities from a centralized control room. The role uses Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems to track real-time conditions, respond to alarms, and coordinate field activities so production targets are met safely and efficiently. You will apply disciplined alarm management and cross-functional collaboration practices to maintain stable operations, reduce downtime, and support safe decision-making during normal and abnormal conditions. This is an office-based role with a 7/7 day-night rotating schedule. You will coordinate activities with multi-skill field operators and engineering teams to keep equipment running, manage product movements, and validate production losses so repeat failures are prevented. Your responsibilities may include: * Monitor and optimize production from the Delaware Operations Center using Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and Human-Machine Interface (HMI) systems; track pressures, flow rates, and equipment status to ensure production targets are met. * Apply disciplined alarm management practices (ANSI/ISA-18.2) to prioritize, respond, and document alarms; reduce alarm flooding and improve operator response during abnormal conditions. * Oversee central facility equipment performance remotely (compression, separation, stabilization, dehydration) to maintain throughput and equipment health. * Coordinate crude oil hauling dispatch and product movements to prevent tank overfill, trucking delays, and sales interruptions; align target vs. actual nominations. * Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams; share real-time data and agree on priorities that improve production, safety, and reliability. * Track, analyze, and validate production losses daily and monthly; capture causes, confirm corrective actions, and prevent repeat events. * Issue and communicate work priorities to multi-skill operators (MSO); adjust plans when conditions change and ensure safe execution aligned with permits and procedures. * Support incident command and regulatory documentation during abnormal conditions and events; ensure records align with applicable policies and regulatory requirements. * Collaborate with engineering for data requests and troubleshooting; share trends and observations to resolve operational issues and improve equipment performance. * Own production and downtime performance in your area of responsibility; drive corrective actions and maintain lease obligations by sustaining production. Success Profile To thrive in this role, you'll demonstrate the following leadership competencies: * Takes Accountability : Takes ownership of actions and follows through on commitments by courageously dealing with important problems, holding others accountable, and standing up for what is right. * Drives Performance : Delivers results through realistic planning to accomplish goals. * Makes Decisions : Generates effective solutions based on available information and makes timely decisions that are safe and ethical. ## Related Videos - [Data Science, ML & AI in the Oil and Gas Industry at NDT Global - Dr. Katja Träumner](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1308-data-science-ml-ai-in-the-oil-and-gas-industry-at-ndt-global-dr-katja-traumner) - [Developing the Rich Text Editor for DeepL.com](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1172-developing-the-rich-text-editor-for-deepl-com) - [Python-Based Data Streaming Pipelines Within Minutes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1233-python-based-data-streaming-pipelines-within-minutes) - [In-depth .NET Azure Functions: Isolated mode, performance and durable AI agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100207-in-depth-net-azure-functions-isolated-mode-performance-and-durable-ai-agents) - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [From Syntax to Singularity: AI’s Impact on Developer Roles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/900-from-syntax-to-singularity-ai-s-impact-on-developer-roles) ## Related Articles - [Best Companies in the Netherlands: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/193-best-companies-in-the-netherlands-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [DevOps Engineer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/203-devops-engineer-salary-2023) - [How to land a developer job in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/36-how-to-land-a-developer-job-in-amsterdam) - [Software Developer Salary in The Netherlands [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/217-software-developer-salary-in-the-netherlands-2023) - [The Netherlands – Europe’s powerhouse for software development?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/31-the-netherlands-europe-s-powerhouse-for-software-development) - [Why Attend a Developer Event in 2026?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/688-why-attend-a-developer-event-in-2026)