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Oil Rig Job Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

Kimble

Swab Rig Operator

Dover, OH

The Swab Rig Operator will be maintaining or increasing the production of a gas or oil well by removing fluids and materials. About us: Kimble Company is locally owned and operated by the Kimble ...

Kimble

Swab Rig Operator

Dover, OH · On-site

The Swab Rig Operator will be maintaining or increasing the production of a gas or oil well by removing fluids and materials. About us: Kimble Company is locally owned and operated by the Kimble ...

Helmerich Payne

Rig-Mechanic

Barnesville, OH

$25 - $34.50/hr

The Rig Mechanic is primarily responsible for repairing, maintaining, and installing oil well drilling machinery and equipment. Location : Odessa, TX, Tyler Texas, Oklahoma City, OK, Grand Junction ...

Kimble

Swab Rig Hand

Dover, OH

This position will be assisting an operator in all aspects of swab rig operation. About us: Kimble Company is locally owned and operated by the Kimble Family, with over 70 years of experience in the ...

Plants and Goodwin, Inc.

Derrickman

Lore City, OH

$22 - $28/hr

Compensation and Benefits: $22 - $28 / Hour $50 / Day Rig Bonus $55 / Day Per Diem Health, Life, Dental, Vision, and Supplementary Insurance Benefits 401(k) matching Company sponsored CDL Program for ...

Plants and Goodwin, Inc.

Derrickman

Lore City, OH · On-site

$22 - $28/hr

Compensation and Benefits: $22 - $28 / Hour $50 / Day Rig Bonus $55 / Day Per Diem Health, Life, Dental, Vision, and Supplementary Insurance Benefits 401(k) matching Company sponsored CDL Program for ...

Plants and Goodwin, Inc.

Derrickman

Lore City, OH

Compensation and Benefits: $22 - $28 / Hour $50 / Day Rig Bonus $55 / Day Per Diem Health, Life, Dental, Vision, and Supplementary Insurance Benefits 401(k) matching Company sponsored CDL Program for ...

Warren Drilling

Crane Rigger

Dexter City, OH · On-site

Oil and gas industry/drilling rig experience preferred. * Oil and gas industry training a plus, ie. Safeland, Fall Protection training, OSHA, Equipment Operator cards, H2S awareness, First Aid/CPR ...

Pacer Group

Equipment Operator

Strasburg, OH · On-site

$19 - $24/hr

Role Overview The Cementing Oil & Gas Field Equipment Operator is responsible for delivering safe ... Prepare equipment for rig up and rig down times. * Operate the equipment according to competency ...

Beitzel Corporation

Crane Operator II

Cambridge, OH

$28 - $40/hr

You'll be a key part of our team, working in diverse industries like industrial construction, oil ... up/ rig-down, and emergency situations are resolved in a safe, timely and efficient manner

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Workover / Cable Tool Rig Operator

Plants and Goodwin, Inc.

Lore City, OH

Per diem

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Plants & Goodwin, Inc. is the industry expert in plugging and abandonment operations in the Appalachian Basin.

Job Description
  • $25.00 - $31.00 / hour
  • $100.00 / day rig bonus
  • $55.00 / day per diem
  • Health, Life, AD & D, Dental & Vision available 1st of month following 30 days
  • 401(k) Matching
  • Company sponsored CDL Program for eligible employees
  • $150.00 Work boot allowance

The job of the Workover / Cable Tool Rig Operator is to safely and efficiently operate all rig components while overseeing a crew of 1-2 Floor hands.  The Workover / Cable Tool Rig Operator reports directly to the Rig Supervisor.  Responsibilities include:

  • Perform services on oil and gas wells as part of a 3-5 person workover rig crew
  • Assist in loading and off-loading pipe and other items from the truck to rig
  • Picking up and laying down tubing
  • Positions, lifts, attaches, installs and works with matting boards, tubing, rods, casing and associated well equipment, such as rod strippers, polish rods, etc
  • Operates rod wrenches, tongs, elevators and other associated rig tools and equipment
  • Reports safety hazards, accidents or maintenance issues to the Rig Supervisor
  • Complete required work plans, job safety analysis (JSA), observations, and attends safety meetings as required
Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • 3-5 years of experience working on a well servicing rig
  • Must be able to successfully perform the duties of a Floorhand
  • Must be familiar with pump and tank operations
  • Must have a valid state issued drivers license, CDL, or the ability to obtain one
  • Ability to perform manual labor required to operate well servicing equipment
  • Ability to show knowledge of running tongs and all other support equipment
  • Competent communication, people, and leadership skills
  • Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule

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All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.