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Review wellbore conditions, job objectives, tool selection, BHA design, operating parameters, and contingency plans. * Perform field calculations and engineering checks related to fishing tools, jars ...

We're seeking an experienced Fishing Tool Supervisor III to lead critical operations at well sites ... Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and ...

... operating customer at the well site to provide fishing expertise and direction during wellbore ... Five (5) or more years of oilfield related work/rigs or fishing tool shop experience * Prior work ...

... operating customer at the well site to provide fishing expertise and direction during wellbore ... Five (5) or more years of oilfield related work/rigs or fishing tool shop experience * Prior work ...

... operating customer at the well site to provide fishing expertise and direction during wellbore ... Five (5) or more years of oilfield related work/rigs or fishing tool shop experience * Prior work ...

Operator-RAFT

Big Spring, TX · On-site

$16.25 - $21.25/hr

Operator - RAFT SUMMARY The primary duty of the RAFT Operator is to provide oversight for fishing tool services at a well site for the correction of a downhole issue. This role uses supervisory and ...

Operator-RAFT

Artesia, NM · On-site

$16.50 - $21.75/hr

Operator - RAFT SUMMARY The primary duty of the RAFT Operator is to provide oversight for fishing tool services at a well site for the correction of a downhole issue. This role uses supervisory and ...

SUMMARY The primary duty of the RAFT Operator is to provide oversight for fishing tool services at a well site for the correction of a downhole issue. This role uses supervisory and functional ...

SUMMARY The primary duty of the RAFT Operator is to provide oversight for fishing tool services at a well site for the correction of a downhole issue. This role uses supervisory and functional ...

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How much do fishing tool operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for fishing tool operator in the United States is $22.37, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.94 and $29.09 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical work schedule look like for a Fishing Tool Operator, and what environments will I be working in?

Fishing Tool Operators often work long hours, including nights, weekends, and on-call shifts, depending on project demands and wellsite requirements. The position is primarily field-based, requiring time spent outdoors at drilling or service sites, sometimes in remote locations and challenging weather conditions. Operators frequently collaborate with drilling crews, engineers, and supervisors to plan and execute fishing operations. Adaptability and strong communication skills are valuable in coordinating complex retrieval jobs and ensuring safety at all times.

What is a Fishing Tool Operator job?

A Fishing Tool Operator is a skilled professional in the oil and gas industry responsible for retrieving lost, stuck, or damaged equipment from wells. They use specialized tools and techniques to remove obstructions and ensure the wellbore remains functional. This role requires mechanical expertise, problem-solving skills, and experience with downhole operations. Fishing Tool Operators often work in challenging environments, including offshore and remote locations, to maintain drilling efficiency and minimize costly downtime.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Fishing Tool Operator position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Fishing Tool Operator, you need mechanical aptitude, a solid understanding of downhole fishing operations, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with fishing tools, oilfield equipment, and common certifications like Well Control or H2S Safety are often required. Strong problem-solving skills, teamwork, and attention to detail help operators excel in dynamic field environments. These abilities are essential for safely resolving equipment retrieval issues and ensuring minimal wellsite downtime.

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Fishing Tool Supervisor III

Fishing Tool Supervisor III

Weatherford

Odessa, TX

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago


Weatherford rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Fishing Tool Supervisor IIIPosition Summary

The Fishing Tool Supervisor III is a senior field and technical operations role supporting Weatherford's Intervention business. This position serves as a key client-facing representative at the wellsite and provides technical leadership across complex fishing, intervention, and remedial operations.

The role requires strong field experience, sound technical judgment, and the ability to plan, execute, troubleshoot, and communicate effectively with customers, operations, engineering, sales, and management. The Fishing Tool Supervisor III is expected to support safe execution, build customer confidence, mentor field personnel, assist with technical programs and pricing, and help grow the Intervention business through consistent service quality and operational discipline.

Roles and ResponsibilitiesLead Complex Wellsite Intervention Operations
  • Serve as the primary Weatherford representative and client interface during complex fishing and intervention operations.

  • Lead service execution at the wellsite, including job planning, equipment preparation, rig-up, operations, troubleshooting, and rig-down.

  • Coordinate Weatherford personnel, customer representatives, rig crews, and third-party providers to support safe and efficient job execution.

  • Maintain clear communication with customers before, during, and after each operation.

  • Provide accurate field updates to operations, sales, and management.

Technical Planning and Program Support
  • Support the development of technical fishing and intervention programs.

  • Review wellbore conditions, job objectives, tool selection, BHA design, operating parameters, and contingency plans.

  • Perform field calculations and engineering checks related to fishing tools, jars, mills, overshots, spears, washover systems, casing exits, section mills, and other intervention equipment.

  • Assist with technical recommendations for complex downhole problems.

  • Identify operational risks and provide practical solutions based on well conditions, equipment limitations, and field experience.

Customer and Commercial Support
  • Support sales and operations with technical input for customer discussions, proposals, and pricing.

  • Help scope jobs accurately by identifying required tools, personnel, consumables, estimated operating time, contingencies, and commercial exposure.

  • Provide technical explanations to customers in a clear, professional, and practical manner.

  • Help build customer confidence through strong field execution, honest communication, and sound technical recommendations.

  • Support repeat business by delivering reliable service quality and documenting lessons learned.

Safety and Service Quality
  • Lead by example in all HSE and service quality expectations.

  • Conduct daily safety meetings, pre-job briefings, Job Hazard Analysis reviews, and stop-work discussions when required.

  • Ensure all work complies with Weatherford policies, customer requirements, Rules to Live By, and applicable wellsite procedures.

  • Identify hazards, operational changes, and service quality risks before they impact the job.

  • Support Root Cause Analysis investigations, equipment failure reviews, and corrective action plans.

Tooling and Equipment Management
  • Select, inspect, test, operate, and maintain fishing and intervention tools according to Weatherford procedures and work instructions.

  • Confirm tools are properly dressed, measured, documented, and fit for purpose before mobilization.

  • Coordinate with R&M, operations, and asset teams regarding tool readiness, repairs, failures, and required modifications.

  • Manage wellsite inventory, consumables, and critical spares required for job execution.

  • Ensure accurate documentation of tool dimensions, serial numbers, redress requirements, and post-job condition.

Team Leadership and Mentoring
  • Provide direction and technical support to junior field specialists, operators, and trainees.

  • Mentor field personnel on fishing principles, tool function, job planning, safety, and customer communication.

  • Help improve regional field capability through hands-on knowledge transfer and operational coaching.

  • Promote accountability, preparation, and professional conduct across the field team.

Operational Documentation and Reporting
  • Complete accurate job reports, field tickets, WPTS entries, service records, and customer documentation.

  • Capture key job details including tool runs, operating parameters, downhole events, lessons learned, and equipment performance.

  • Support timely invoicing by ensuring tickets and supporting documentation are complete and accurate.

  • Communicate post-job results, failures, recommendations, and follow-up actions to operations and management.

Required Skills and Qualifications
  • 4 to 7+ years of oilfield experience, with direct fishing or intervention experience preferred.

  • High School Diploma required.

  • Technical or vocational certification preferred.

  • Strong mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, basic electronics, and oilfield equipment systems.

  • Strong understanding of fishing tools, intervention equipment, downhole mechanics, and wellsite operations.

  • Ability to read and interpret well schematics, BHA drawings, tool specifications, tally sheets, and technical procedures.

  • Strong math skills for field calculations, including dimensions, clearances, forces, pressures, volumes, and operating limits.

  • Ability to troubleshoot complex downhole and surface equipment issues.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

  • Strong customer-facing presence with the ability to explain technical issues clearly and professionally.

  • Ability to support technical programs, commercial reviews, and pricing discussions.

  • Strong judgment, decision-making, organization, and time-management skills.

  • Ability to work independently in demanding field environments.

  • Ability to travel as required.

Preferred Capabilities
  • Experience with overshots, spears, jars, bumper subs, mills, magnets, washover systems, casing patches, section mills, whipstocks, and remedial intervention tools.

  • Experience supporting customer meetings, post-job reviews, technical recommendations, and job planning discussions.

  • Experience mentoring junior field personnel.

  • Experience with service quality investigations, equipment failure reviews, and corrective actions.

  • Strong understanding of fishing economics, job cost drivers, consumables, and operational efficiency.

Key Success Measures
  • Safe and incident-free job execution.

  • High-quality technical planning and wellsite execution.

  • Strong customer communication and repeat business support.

  • Accurate documentation and timely ticketing.

  • Reduced service quality issues through preparation and disciplined execution.

  • Improved field personnel competency through mentoring and leadership.

  • Effective support of Intervention business growth through technical expertise, customer trust, and operational reliability.

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