Experienced Workover Rig Operator

Experienced Workover Rig Operator

A Workover Rig Operator is responsible for all activities in regards to operating a workover rig, supervising a crew, and ensuring customer satisfaction with all services.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Works with a three to five person crew performing maintenance and repairs on oil and gas wells
• Ensures all crew members are at work on time and properly prepared
• Drives crew truck
• Operates the rig safely in accordance with DOT regulations and those requested or designated by the customer
• Operates power swivel
• Pull and lay down rods, tubing, casing and other equipment as needed
• Accurately performs torque calculations and specs
• Performs pipe tallying, rigging up and down, nipple up and down BOP units and pipe handling
• Performs all required equipment inspections on workover rig, fall arrest systems, derrick and mud pumps
• Performs check on brake systems and confirms functionality
• Performs BOP inspection, testing and installation as needed
• Performs daily inspection and maintenance of equipment
• Troubleshoots maintenance issues; performs worn equipment recognition checks, turns in maintenance request for repair or replacement of equipment as needed
• Ensures efficient maintenance of assigned rig and crew truck
• Able to instruct floorhands and derrickhands in use of all rig and pumping equipment
• Able to instruct floorhands and derrickhands in use of all safety equipment
• Able to keep work site, equipment, and tools clean and in good working order
• Understands job steps and arranges rods and tubing in derrick correctly
• Understands the rig's hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
• Maintains contact and communication with Customer and Rig Supervisor
• Maintains productivity standards for all rig employees and adheres to all applicable government regulations for compliance.
• Completes and turns in field tickets in a timely manner and enters crew's hours into time tracking system
• Works in the shop or assists in NDES Yard maintenance when necessary
• Assists in repairs and preparing workover rig for deployment when necessary
• Responsible for training in new crew members, specifically Floorhand-SSE's
• Attends and participates in daily and monthly safety meetings
• Understand and comply with company, customer, and health/safety policies, and any other regulations that are required.
• Reports any and all incidents immediately to Rig Supervisor.
• Able to work in all weather conditions
• Performs other duties as directed by management.

Required Skills

• Must be able to work in fast-paced environment
• Must possess organizational and problem-solving skills
• Must be able to work with a team
• Must be able to lift 75 lbs. and handle physical demanding work
• Must be able to communicate using oral and basic written communication
• Must pass a Pre-Employment Drug & Alcohol screening and participate in the random testing pool
• Must pass a background check and motor vehicle record check
• Arrange for reliable transportation to and from work

Work Environment

This job operates in an outside environment. The role routinely works in all weather conditions, including but not limited to: extreme wind, rain, cold, heat, etc.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position that works a 14 day on/7 day off rotation. This position regularly requires long hours and weekend work (including holidays) as job duties demand.

Licenses & Certifications

• Valid Driver's License
• Class A or B CDL preferred

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Previous workover experience preferred

Benefits

• Competitive Wages
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Retirement Plan with company match