SUMMARY The primary duty of the Rig Operator is to work the controls and equipment on a rig. The ... ABOUT THE COMPANY Ranger Energy Services is an oil & gas completion and production solutions ...
SUMMARY The primary duty of the Rig Operator is to work the controls and equipment on a rig. The ... ABOUT THE COMPANY Ranger Energy Services is an oil & gas completion and production solutions ...
Operator - Rig
Odessa, TX · On-site
SUMMARY The primary duty of the Rig Operator is to work the controls and equipment on a rig. The ... ABOUT THE COMPANY Ranger Energy Services is an oil & gas completion and production solutions ...
Operator - Rig
Odessa, TX · On-site
SUMMARY The primary duty of the Rig Operator is to work the controls and equipment on a rig. The ... ABOUT THE COMPANY Ranger Energy Services is an oil & gas completion and production solutions ...
Operator - Rig
Andrews, TX · On-site
SUMMARY The primary duty of the Rig Operator is to work the controls and equipment on a rig. The ... ABOUT THE COMPANY Ranger Energy Services is an oil & gas completion and production solutions ...
Operator - Rig
Andrews, TX · On-site
SUMMARY The primary duty of the Rig Operator is to work the controls and equipment on a rig. The ... ABOUT THE COMPANY Ranger Energy Services is an oil & gas completion and production solutions ...
SUMMARY The primary duty of the Rig Operator is to work the controls and equipment on a rig. The ... ABOUT THE COMPANY Ranger Energy Services is an oil & gas completion and production solutions ...
SUMMARY The primary duty of the Rig Operator is to work the controls and equipment on a rig. The ... ABOUT THE COMPANY Ranger Energy Services is an oil & gas completion and production solutions ...
Operator - Rig
Andrews, TX · On-site
SUMMARY The primary duty of the Rig Operator is to work the controls and equipment on a rig. The ... ABOUT THE COMPANY Ranger Energy Services is an oil & gas completion and production solutions ...
Operator - Rig
Andrews, TX · On-site
SUMMARY The primary duty of the Rig Operator is to work the controls and equipment on a rig. The ... ABOUT THE COMPANY Ranger Energy Services is an oil & gas completion and production solutions ...
Derrickhand Workover Rig
Iowa Park, TX · On-site
Category Oil & Gas Production Description Derrickhand - Wichita Falls, TX The Derrickhand part of a ... Competent with rig and all equipment * Performs general maintenance of draw works * Loads and off ...
Derrickhand Workover Rig
Iowa Park, TX · On-site
Category Oil & Gas Production Description Derrickhand - Wichita Falls, TX The Derrickhand part of a ... Competent with rig and all equipment * Performs general maintenance of draw works * Loads and off ...
The Rig Operator, reporting to the assigned Tool Pusher, leads a 4-5-person workover rig crew, and ... Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including temperature extremes, around oil and gas well ...
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The Rig Operator, reporting to the assigned Tool Pusher, leads a 4-5-person workover rig crew, and ... Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including temperature extremes, around oil and gas well ...
Field Maintenance Tech PDC
Tyler, TX · On-site
$18.50 - $25.50/hr
Various levels of knowledge and experience repairing multiple types of oilfield drilling equipment and systems, or related equipment Job Requirements: * Ability to safely navigate drilling rig work ...
Field Maintenance Tech PDC
Tyler, TX · On-site
$18.50 - $25.50/hr
Various levels of knowledge and experience repairing multiple types of oilfield drilling equipment and systems, or related equipment Job Requirements: * Ability to safely navigate drilling rig work ...
Incumbent ensures that all crew are at the rig and ready to work at scheduled time and maintains ... Knowledge and experience in oilfield well servicing is required. * Must possess CDL B driver ...
Incumbent ensures that all crew are at the rig and ready to work at scheduled time and maintains ... Knowledge and experience in oilfield well servicing is required. * Must possess CDL B driver ...
Driller
Midland, TX · On-site
$39.50/hr
Description This position requires the coordination of the crews that perform different tasks on the oil rig according to the regulations of the oil company, making sure that the work of the crew ...
Driller
Midland, TX · On-site
$39.50/hr
Description This position requires the coordination of the crews that perform different tasks on the oil rig according to the regulations of the oil company, making sure that the work of the crew ...
Operator - Completion Rig
Midland, TX · On-site
Promote RES concept of Stop Work Accountability * Promote RES safety policies and procedures ... is an oil & gas completion and production solutions company with a foundation built on well ...
Operator - Completion Rig
Midland, TX · On-site
Promote RES concept of Stop Work Accountability * Promote RES safety policies and procedures ... is an oil & gas completion and production solutions company with a foundation built on well ...
Incumbent ensures that all crew are at the rig and ready to work at scheduled time and maintains ... Knowledge and experience in oilfield well servicing is required. * Must possess CDL B driver ...
Incumbent ensures that all crew are at the rig and ready to work at scheduled time and maintains ... Knowledge and experience in oilfield well servicing is required. * Must possess CDL B driver ...
Rig Operator - 1793
Kilgore, TX · On-site
... work closely with the Supervisor and our valued customer to ensure that Key Energy delivers outstanding service quality. • Operating a workover rig to perform maintenance and repair services on oil ...
Rig Operator - 1793
Kilgore, TX · On-site
... work closely with the Supervisor and our valued customer to ensure that Key Energy delivers outstanding service quality. • Operating a workover rig to perform maintenance and repair services on oil ...
Operator - Production Rig
Midland, TX · On-site
Promote RES concept of Stop Work Accountability * Promote RES safety policies and procedures ... is an oil & gas completion and production solutions company with a foundation built on well ...
Operator - Production Rig
Midland, TX · On-site
Promote RES concept of Stop Work Accountability * Promote RES safety policies and procedures ... is an oil & gas completion and production solutions company with a foundation built on well ...
Water Transfer Specialist
Midland, TX · On-site
Previous oil & gas field experience preferred (water transfer, frac, production, or rig work) * Experience with high-pressure hoses, pumps, and fluid transfer systems is a plus * Mechanical aptitude ...
Water Transfer Specialist
Midland, TX · On-site
Previous oil & gas field experience preferred (water transfer, frac, production, or rig work) * Experience with high-pressure hoses, pumps, and fluid transfer systems is a plus * Mechanical aptitude ...
Incumbent ensures that all crew are at the rig and ready to work at scheduled time, and maintains ... Knowledge and experience in oilfield well servicing is required. * Must possess CDL B drivers ...
Incumbent ensures that all crew are at the rig and ready to work at scheduled time, and maintains ... Knowledge and experience in oilfield well servicing is required. * Must possess CDL B drivers ...
Incumbent ensures that all crew are at the rig and ready to work at scheduled time, and maintains ... Knowledge and experience in oilfield well servicing is required. * Must possess CDL B drivers ...
Incumbent ensures that all crew are at the rig and ready to work at scheduled time, and maintains ... Knowledge and experience in oilfield well servicing is required. * Must possess CDL B drivers ...
Incumbent ensures that all crew are at the rig and ready to work at scheduled time, and maintains ... Knowledge and experience in oilfield well servicing is required. * Must possess CDL B drivers ...
Incumbent ensures that all crew are at the rig and ready to work at scheduled time, and maintains ... Knowledge and experience in oilfield well servicing is required. * Must possess CDL B drivers ...
P&A - Operator - Rig
Midland, TX · On-site
Promote RES concept of Stop Work Accountability * Promote RES safety policies and procedures ... is an oil & gas completion and production solutions company with a foundation built on well ...
P&A - Operator - Rig
Midland, TX · On-site
Promote RES concept of Stop Work Accountability * Promote RES safety policies and procedures ... is an oil & gas completion and production solutions company with a foundation built on well ...
Incumbent ensures that all crew are at the rig and ready to work at scheduled time, and maintains ... Knowledge and experience in oilfield well servicing is required. * Must possess CDL B drivers ...
Incumbent ensures that all crew are at the rig and ready to work at scheduled time, and maintains ... Knowledge and experience in oilfield well servicing is required. * Must possess CDL B drivers ...
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| Job Focus | General rig operations, drilling support | Equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, technical repairs |
| Employer & Industry | Oil & gas companies, offshore drilling | Oil & gas companies, offshore facilities |
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Job description
SUMMARY
The primary duty of the Rig Operator is to work the controls and equipment on a rig. The Rig Operator supervises crewmembers while rig operations are in process, maintains productivity standards, and works closely with customer representatives to provide safe, reliable, and quality service.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Promote RES concept of Stop Work Accountability
- Promote RES safety policies and procedures
- Perform Meet and Greet at location sites
- Be aware of Simultaneous Operations and able to coordinate vendor and contractor groups on location as needed
- Operate the rig safely during rig up/down and pulling operations
- Operate the crown and ground saver
- Check brake systems and confirm functionality
- Pull and lay down rods, tubing, casing, and other equipment as needed
- Understands job steps and arranges rods and tubing in derrick correctly
- Understand the rig’s hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems
- Perform all required equipment inspections-workover rig, fall arrest system, derrick, hoisting, and mud pump
- Able to instruct floor and derrick hands in use of all safety equipment
- Able to instruct the floor and derrick hand in use of all rig and pumping equipment
- Operate the power swivel
- Perform Blowout Preventer (BOP) inspection, testing, and installation as needed
- Assist HSE, DOT, and all other applicable departments with document completion, collection, and management
- Complete field tickets in a timely manner and turn in to appropriate department for processing
- Troubleshoot maintenance issues; to include performing worn equipment recognition checks and turning in maintenance requests for repair or replacement of equipment as needed
- Accurately perform torque calculations and specs
- Perform JSA/DWP and tailgate meetings as scheduled
- Perform pipe tallying, rigging up and down, nipple up and down of BOP units, and pipe handling
- Responsible for keeping worksite, equipment, and tools clean and in good working order
- Perform day to day lubrication and minor adjustments of equipment
- Perform use of Hazard ID programs and means of documenting hazards
- Perform daily inspection and maintenance of equipment
- Perform and oversee energy isolation procedures
- Train and mentors crew members on day to day operations
- Responsible to stop work if conditions are unsafe and report concerns immediately
- Report all incidents as per the standard operating procedures
- Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or equivalent, preferred
- 5 years of experience working on a well servicing rig preferred
- 2 years of experience as a relief operator preferred
- Must be able to successfully perform the duties of a Floor Hand III and derrick hand
- Must be familiar with pump and tank operations
- Must have a valid state-issued driver’s license, CDL, or the ability to obtain one
- Ability to perform manual labor required to operate well servicing equipment
- Competent communication, people, and leadership skills
- Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work a flexible schedule
COMPUTER
- Basic knowledge of MS Office preferred
- Able to use the company’s HSE Management Platforms
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Must complete and pass all required pre-employment screening.
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)
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Industry
Oil and gas extraction
Company size
201 - 500 Employees
Headquarters location
Houston, TX, US
Year founded
2014