Operator-Rig

Ranger Energy Services, 312 East Hwy 302, Kermit, Texas, United States of America Job Description Posted Sunday, June 14, 2026 at 4:00 AM Operator I - Rig SUMMARY The primary duty of the Rig Operator is to work the controls and equipment on a rig. The Rig Operator supervises crewmembers while rig operations are in process, maintains productivity standards, and works closely with customer representatives to provide safe, reliable, and quality service. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Promote RES concept of Stop Work Accountability Promote RES safety policies and procedures Perform Meet and Greet at location sites Be aware of Simultaneous Operations and able to coordinate vendor and contractor groups on location as needed Operate the rig safely during rig up/down and pulling operations Operate the crown and ground saver Check brake systems and confirm functionality Pull and lay down rods, tubing, casing, and other equipment as needed Understands job steps and arranges rods and tubing in derrick correctly Understand the rig’s hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems Perform all required equipment inspections-workover rig, fall arrest system, derrick, hoisting and mud pump Able to instruct floor and derrick hands in use of all safety equipment Able to instruct the floor and derrick hand in use of all rig and pumping equipment Operate the power swivel Perform Blowout Preventer (BOP) inspection, testing and installation as needed Assist HSE, DOT, and all other applicable departments with document completion, collection, and management Complete field tickets in a timely manner and turn in to appropriate department for processing Troubleshoot maintenance issues; to include performing worn equipment recognition checks and turning in maintenance requests for repair or replacement of equipment as neededAccurately perform torque calculations and specs Oversee JSA/DWP and tail gate meetings as scheduled Oversee pipe tallying, rigging up and down, nipple up and down of BOP units, and pipe handling Responsible for keeping work site, equipment, and tools clean and in good working order Oversee day to day lubrication and minor adjustments of equipment Oversee use of Hazard ID programs and means of documenting hazards Oversee daily inspection and maintenance of equipment Perform and oversee energy isolation procedures Train and mentor crew members on day to day operations Responsible to stop work if conditions are unsafe and report concerns immediately Report all incidents as per the standard operating procedures Other duties as assigned REQUIRED EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE High school diploma or equivalent, preferred Seven (7) years’ of experience working on a well servicing rig preferred 5 years of experience working on a well servicing rig preferred 2 years of experience as a relief operator preferred Must be able to successfully perform the duties of a Floor Hand III and derrick hand Must be familiar with pump and tank operations Must have a valid state issued driver’s license, CDL, or the ability to obtain one Ability to perform manual labor required to operate well servicing equipment Competent communication, people, and leadership skills Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment Must have understanding of workover/completions operations Ability to work a flexible schedule COMPUTER Basic knowledge of MS Office preferred Able to use the company’s HSE Management Platforms PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS Must complete and pass all required pre-employment drug screenings BENEFITS Flexible Spending Account/Health Savings Account Life Insurance Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match #J-18808-Ljbffr