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Tetra Tech, Inc.

LFG Drilling Rig Operator

Richfield, OH · On-site

$75/day

Tetra Tech is adding a Drilling Rig Operator to our Landfill Gas Drilling team. Why Tetra Tech: At ... and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Tetra Tech

LFG Drilling Rig Operator

Richfield, OH · On-site

$75/day

... and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world ... Drill rig operating experience and good working knowledge of the drill rig and the drilling process.

Helmerich & Payne, Inc.

Rig Electrician

Odessa, TX · On-site

$25 - $34.50/hr

The worker must have proper legal authorization to work in the country where the rig is operating * Steel-toe work boots * Passport (International positions only) Application Deadline: Applications ...

Helmerich & Payne, Inc.

Rig-Mechanic

Odessa, TX · On-site

$25 - $34.50/hr

The worker must have proper legal authorization to work in the country where the rig is operating * Steel-toe work boots * Passport (International positions only) Application Deadline: Applications ...

NABORS

AUTOMATION ENGINEER II

Houston, TX · On-site

Ability to travel to domestic and international rig-up yards, test yards, and operating drilling rigs , approximately 25% of time worked . * Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and elevated rig ...

Helmerich Payne

Rig Electrician

Grand Junction, CO

$25 - $34.50/hr

The worker must have proper legal authorization to work in the country where the rig is operating * Steel-toe work boots * Passport (International positions only) Application Deadline: Applications ...

Helmerich Payne

Rig Electrician

Tyler, TX · On-site

$25 - $34.50/hr

The worker must have proper legal authorization to work in the country where the rig is operating * Steel-toe work boots * Passport (International positions only) Application Deadline: Applications ...

Helmerich Payne

Rig Electrician

Barnesville, OH

$25 - $34.50/hr

The worker must have proper legal authorization to work in the country where the rig is operating * Steel-toe work boots * Passport (International positions only) Application Deadline: Applications ...

Helmerich Payne

Rig Electrician

Dickinson, ND · On-site

$25 - $34.50/hr

The worker must have proper legal authorization to work in the country where the rig is operating * Steel-toe work boots * Passport (International positions only) Application Deadline: Applications ...

Helmerich Payne

Rig Electrician

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$25 - $34.50/hr

The worker must have proper legal authorization to work in the country where the rig is operating * Steel-toe work boots * Passport (International positions only) Application Deadline: Applications ...

Helmerich Payne

Rig Electrician

Odessa, TX · On-site

$25 - $34.50/hr

The worker must have proper legal authorization to work in the country where the rig is operating * Steel-toe work boots * Passport (International positions only) Application Deadline: Applications ...

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Rig Operator III - Artificial Lift Systems

Midland, TX • On-site

Weatherford International
Clean Energy Services • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

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7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

49th of 87 rated oil and gas companies

Job description


Job Overview:
Depending on their level of knowledge & experience, the Rig Specialist applies standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform tasks or jobs for a variety of products and services. Entry and intermediate level roles will receive direct supervision in support of their duties and assignments. Familiarity with the variety of field concepts may result in senior roles supporting research but will certainly be used to plan assignments and accomplish goals. Intermediate and Senior positions will act as the key interface with the client at the well site, carrying the duties and responsibilities for completing service assignments and managing other Weatherford personnel at the well site. Whilst this is a generic job description covering the different levels of the Field Specialist position, all aspects of the roles and responsibilities are relevant. Senior roles will be involved with more advanced technology.
Responsibilities
  • Participates in all daily operations & safety meetings, toolbox, Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), and reports any issues promptly using the appropriate tools
  • Maintains equipment, facilities and work area in a presentable and safe working conditions
  • Monitor and analyzes data to recommend services and solutions
  • Demonstrates knowledge & skills to perform work processes according to their role level experience & competence
  • Performs job planning, preparation of tools & equipment, mobilization, job execution and submits all job-related data, not limited to job reports, WPTS data entry, observation cards while on-site, service tickets or logs with the required signatory, and any other documents required to successfully invoice the client within an acceptable time.
  • Tests, operates & maintains tools & equipment as per work instructions, according to policies & procedures in safe and presentable working conditions against their level of training & competence
  • Develops and maintains a positive relationship with clients to ensure repeat business
  • Fully responsible for delivering superior Service Quality to the client
  • Effectively manage inventory and supplies required at the well site
  • Follows up failures with the R&M team and ensures failure reports are closed with clients
  • Contribute, participate or lead equipment failure investigations that support Root Cause Analysis reports
  • Performs other duties and activities safely as assigned by the supervisor within physical constraints of the job

Qualifications & Experience:
  • 2 ½ - 4 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry
  • High School Diploma
  • Technical Certificate from accredited Technical/Vocational School Preferred

Skills:
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work with tools and equipment
  • Understanding of safety procedures and field operations
  • Ability to follow instructions precisely and work as part of a crew
  • Willingness to work long hours in field conditions and physically demanding environments
  • Shape
  • Company culture and team environment:
  • Strong emphasis on safety and teamwork in the field
  • Fast-paced, hands-on work environment
  • Close coordination between field crew and operations team
  • Expectation of accountability, reliability, and clear communication
  • Supportive team that values hard work and initiative
  • Hands-on experience with continuous rod operations and rod handling preferred
  • Knowledge of rod string makeup, running procedures, and rig-up/rig-down preferred
  • Familiarity with rod guides, centralizers, and downhole equipment preferred

About Us:
Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world-class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation.
When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger - a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other's successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford.
Energy producers face unique challenges every day, so it is our job to create solutions that enhance safety, streamline operations, and sustain uptime to meet or exceed their targets. We operate across the global energy landscape employing some of the best diverse talent in the industry. At Weatherford, we understand the value each individual brings to the table. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and are immensely proud of our workforce. We invite you to join our passionate, talented, world-class team.
Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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