Swab Assistant

Swab Rig Helper Assistant

The Swab Rig Helper Assistant assists with swab rig operations, rig-up/rig-down, tool use, equipment support, and field maintenance. This entry-level role requires strenuous physical work, safe work practices, and outdoor field work in active oilfield environments.

Essential functions include:

• Assist the Rig Operator with routine swab rig operations.
• Follow company safety procedures.
• Perform daily swab rig maintenance.
• Operate draw works and monitor downhole conditions and well pressures.
• Set up, take down, and transport swab rig equipment.

Minimum qualifications (knowledge, skills, and abilities) include:

• High school diploma or GED and six months of related experience or training.
• Valid state-issued driver license required; CDL required only if assigned DOT-regulated driving duties.
• Able to speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather and perform strenuous physical work.

Physical demands and work environment include:

• Lifting: Frequently lift up to 75 lbs.; team lift up to 100 lbs.
• Movement: Stand up to 8 hours, walk up to 3 hours, and sit up to 1 hour per shift.
• Posture: Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, pushing, and pulling; occasional reaching, climbing, and tool use.
• Climbing/Grip: Climb ladders up to 15 ft.; grip strength of 6080 lbs. may be required.

Work is primarily outdoors in all weather, temperature extremes, and high-noise areas. Uses swab rig equipment, pipe wrenches, hand tools, and power tools. H2S respiratory protection may be required in designated areas.

Typical schedule: 12-hour shifts, 14/7 rotation, and approximately 60% travel.

Pre-employment screening may include physical, musculoskeletal, pulmonary/respirator clearance, audiogram, vision, drug screen, and functional capacity evaluation. DOT physical applies only if assigned DOT-regulated driving duties.