Land Technician

JOB SUMMARY

The Land Technician is responsible for research and administration associated with identifying and tracking mineral ownership and lease validity in support of operations in Texas.

Duties and job responsibilities:

• Research and review records, in order to capture well interest participation, payout interests, well spacing, lease stipulations, title issues, etc. for a complete land analysis that supports the AFE approval process for operated and non-operated wells.
• Coordinate with land team, drilling and regulatory personnel to timely prepare and submit AFEs to partners to secure participation election and communicate partner elections to accounting and land administration for proper billing and remittance.
• Provide support for writing, circulating and administering assignments and contracts as directed by Landman.
• Coordinate preparation and processing of all land documents, including Operating Agreements, Communitization Agreements, Unit and Unit Operating Agreements, Participating area documents and exhibits.
• Work closely with Land Administration to insure a smooth transition of leases, contracts and division orders for the initial Land records set up.
• Work with mapping personnel in preparation, review and updating of land maps.
• Review lease rental and expiration calendars in conjunction with Landman.
• Assist Landman in preparing documentation for spacing and density hearings.

• 3-5 years of experience in Land or Land Administration role
• Strong working knowledge of leases, titles, and contracts
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment. .
• High level of motivation, self-starter
• Bachelor's degree in Business, majoring in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Energy Management, or equivalent land experience.
• Intermediate to Advance in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).

Aethon is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to the principles of being an equal opportunity employer and to providing our employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

• Premiums for health, dental, and vision insurance for employee and child are 100% paid for by Aethon and premiums for spouse are 75% covered.
• 401k match 100% up to 7% of annual base salary.
• Company paid life insurance.
• Health Advocate to assist navigating your medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company provided Short and Long Term Disability Insurance.
• Ability to work from home every 1st and 3rd Friday.
• Paid vacation time based on the total years of career experience, ranging from 3-6 weeks annually.
• 10 paid holidays annually.
• 40 hours paid sick time annually.
• Casual dress code.
• Unlimited access to workout facility within the building.
• Free onsite beverages.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Employees must be willing and able to perform other duties as assigned. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Additionally, as a condition of employment, this position is subject to a Non-Compete Agreement.

Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to acknowledge every applicant.

This position is subject to a non-compete.

Aethon does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request, Aethon reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.

Aethon is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to the principles of being an equal opportunity employer and to providing our employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.