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Ranger Energy Services

Relief Operator

Milliken, CO

$28 - $29/hr

Prepare rig tickets correctly and in timely fashion to include correct pricing on rig rates, re-billable items, manage hours for crew members daily * Performing services on oil and gas wells as part ...

Ranger Energy Services LLC

Operator-Relief

Milliken, CO · On-site

$28 - $29/hr

Prepare rig tickets correctly and in timely fashion to include correct pricing on rig rates, re-billable items, manage hours for crew members daily * Performing services on oil and gas wells as part ...

Ranger

Relief Operator

Milliken, CO · On-site

$28 - $29/hr

Prepare rig tickets correctly and in timely fashion to include correct pricing on rig rates, re-billable items, manage hours for crew members daily * Performing services on oil and gas wells as part ...

Ranger Energy Services LLC

Supervisor-Rig

Milliken, CO · On-site

$92K - $103K/yr

Works closely with District Manager with regard to the manning and scheduling of the rig ... is an oil & gas completion and production solutions company with a foundation built on well ...

Ranger Energy Services

Supervisor - Rig

Milliken, CO · On-site

$92K - $103K/yr

SUMMARY The Rig Supervisor manages crew members, maintains productivity standards and works closely ... ABOUT THE COMPANY Ranger Energy Services is an oil & gas completion and production solutions ...

Ranger

Supervisor - Rig

Milliken, CO · On-site

$92K - $103K/yr

SUMMARY The Rig Supervisor manages crew members, maintains productivity standards and works closely ... ABOUT THE COMPANY Ranger Energy Services is an oil & gas completion and production solutions ...

Patterson-UTI

Field Maintenance Tech PDC

Fruita, CO

$19.50 - $26.75/hr

... management team. Detailed Description: * Plan appropriately to drive extended distances to rig ... Ability to operate oilfield equipment, and pass all certification exams as necessary * Attend and ...

Patterson-UTI

Field Maintenance Tech PDC

Fruita, CO · On-site

$19.50 - $26.75/hr

... management team. Detailed Description: * Plan appropriately to drive extended distances to rig ... Ability to operate oilfield equipment, and pass all certification exams as necessary * Attend and ...

HP Oilfield Services

Crane Operator

Platteville, CO

Must be able to rig up and rig down for Crane work Ensures all fittings & equipment are available ... Communicates well with Managers, Dispatchers and Teammates. Practices good housekeeping with all ...

Chevron

Land Representative

Greeley, CO · On-site

$104.70K - $206.40K/yr

Required to manage associated base operations land activity that includes performing lease ... Negotiate and draft various oil and gas agreements (i.e., leases,poolingagreements,operating ...

bp

Senior Land Negotiator

Denver, CO · On-site

$145K - $170K/yr

Procurement & Supply Chain Management Group Role Synopsis We are seeking a highly motivated, self ... Develops relationships within the oil and gas industry to facilitate partnering and trade ...

Chevron

Land Representative

Greeley, CO · On-site

$104.70K - $206.40K/yr

Required to manage associated base operations land activity that includes performing lease ... Negotiate and draft various oil and gas agreements (i.e., leases, pooling agreements, operating ...

Ranger Energy Services LLC

Operator-Cement

Milliken, CO · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

Preforms pre and post job check list to be reviewed by management for accuracy * Pre checks all oil ... rig preferred * Must be familiar with pump and tank operations * Must have a valid state issued ...

Wood Plc

HSE Advisor

Greeley, CO

$48 - $50/hr

... Managing Safe Work standards (IHE, hot work, lifting/rigging, etc.), and workover/wells operations * Minimum of 5-10 years direct field experience in oil and gas * Previous workover or drilling rig ...

Ranger Energy Services

Operator - Cement

Milliken, CO · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

Communicates all job details to the Cement Manager and Company Man * Pre checks all oil levels ... servicing rig preferred * Must be able to successfully perform the duties of a floor hand and ...

Select Energy Services

CDL Driver

Greeley, CO · On-site

$28 - $32/hr

Operations Manager Travel Requirement: Yes *Dependent on experience Top Tier Benefits * Medical ... Rig up and rig down equipment, unloading and positioning equipment on location. * Class A CDL ...

Mears Group, Inc.

DRILL OPERATOR

Henderson, CO · On-site

$36 - $38/hr

Mears is a leading provider of engineering and construction solutions in oil and gas, electric ... Safely operate the HDD rig and associated drilling equipment according to project specifications ...

Wood

HSE Advisor

Greeley, CO

$48 - $50/hr

... Managing Safe Work standards (IHE, hot work, lifting/rigging, etc.), and workover/wells operations * Minimum of 5-10 years direct field experience in oil and gas * Previous workover or drilling rig ...

Mears Construction

HDD Drill Operators

Henderson, CO · On-site

$30 - $36/hr

Mears is a leading provider of engineering and construction solutions in oil and gas, electric ... Safely operate the HDD rig and associated drilling equipment according to project specifications ...

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Relief Operator

Relief Operator

Ranger Energy Services

Milliken, CO

$28 - $29/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Ranger Energy Services rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

172nd of 217 rated repair and maintenance companies

Job description

SUMMARY

The Relief Operator will assume the role of Rig Operator if they are not able to complete his job duties as assigned. Under the direction of a Rig Manager, the Relief Operator organizes the rig crew (Floor Hands and Derrick Hands), conducts Job Safety Meetings, delegates the collection of materials and equipment needed to perform the contracted services, drives the Rig to the work site, operates the rig and equipment and directs the crew to set-up and prepare the rig for the tasks to be performed. Directs the assigned floor hands and derrick hands to safely perform the service tasks contracted by a client utilizing the equipment provided by the employer; documents services performed, the billable supplies used during the process and the time elapsed while performing the contracted services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead the crew in the rigging up and rigging down of the workover Rig in a safe manner and performing/documenting post rig up inspections
  • Pulling and laying down Rods, Tubing and Casing by operating the rig controls
  • Guide and manage the rig crew on a daily basis
  • Assist in training and mentoring SSE employees and floor hands as needed
  • Assist Rig Manager in various tasks anywhere on the rig as directed by Rig Manager
  • Prepare rig tickets correctly and in timely fashion to include correct pricing on rig rates, re-billable items, manage hours for crew members daily
  • Performing services on oil and gas wells as part of a 3/5 person crew of a well service rig
  • Assisting in rigging up and rigging down
  • Driving a crew truck when necessary
  • Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

  • High school Diploma, GED or equivalent
  • 1-2 years of Floor Hand experience
  • 1-2 years of Derrick hand experience
  • Advanced Problem solving and organizational skills
  • Excellent customer service, interpersonal skills and verbal / written English communication skills
  • Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment, run pipe Talley’s, figure pipe weights, keep good pipe counts, know how to space out pumping units, run and pull ESP’s, know pipe torques specifications, pick up and operate power swivel and principles of operating mud pumps
  • Supervisory level of well control training
  • Class B CDL license to drive workover rig (not required-but encouraged)

COMPUTER

  • High level of computer skills in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Outlook

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Must complete and pass all required pre-employment screenings.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Ranger Energy Services is an oil & gas completion and production solutions company with a foundation built on well servicing, wireline, and natural gas processing. Ranger Energy is committed to providing employees with a benefits program that is both comprehensive and competitive. The programs are designed to invest in you and the things you care about – your health, your family, and your future. Come join our team of highly skilled, motivated employees, working on state-of-the-art equipment with outstanding compensation and additional benefits, including:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision
  • Flexible Spending Account/Health Savings Account
  • Life Insurance
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
  • PTO (depending on eligibility)

Compensation Range: $28.00 - $29.00 hourly

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