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
Qualifications
The requirements listed in this job description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required and must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
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
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibility that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.