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Oilfield Rig Hands Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Ranger

Operator - Rig

Big Spring, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Able to instruct floor and derrick hands in use of all safety equipment * Able to instruct the ... ABOUT THE COMPANY Ranger Energy Services is an oil & gas completion and production solutions ...

Ranger Energy Services LLC

Operator - Rig

Bowie, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Able to instruct floor and derrick hands in use of all safety equipment * Able to instruct the ... is an oil & gas completion and production solutions company with a foundation built on well ...

Ranger Energy Services LLC

Operator-Rig

Andrews, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Able to instruct floor and derrick hands in use of all safety equipment * Able to instruct the ... is an oil & gas completion and production solutions company with a foundation built on well ...

Ranger Energy Services

Operator - Rig

Bowie, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Able to instruct floor and derrick hands in use of all safety equipment * Able to instruct the ... ABOUT THE COMPANY Ranger Energy Services is an oil & gas completion and production solutions ...

Ranger Energy Services LLC

Operator - Rig

Wharton, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Able to instruct floor and derrick hands in use of all safety equipment * Able to instruct the ... is an oil & gas completion and production solutions company with a foundation built on well ...

Ranger Energy Services LLC

Operator-Rig

Kermit, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Able to instruct floor and derrick hands in use of all safety equipment * Able to instruct the ... is an oil & gas completion and production solutions company with a foundation built on well ...

Ranger Energy Services LLC

Operator - Rig

Pleasanton, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Able to instruct floor and derrick hands in use of all safety equipment * Able to instruct the ... is an oil & gas completion and production solutions company with a foundation built on well ...

Ranger Energy Services

Operator - Rig

Odessa, TX

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Able to instruct floor and derrick hands in use of all safety equipment * Able to instruct the ... ABOUT THE COMPANY Ranger Energy Services is an oil & gas completion and production solutions ...

Ranger

Operator - Rig

Kilgore, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Able to instruct floor and derrick hands in use of all safety equipment * Able to instruct the ... ABOUT THE COMPANY Ranger Energy Services is an oil & gas completion and production solutions ...

Ranger

Operator - Rig

Denver City, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Able to instruct floor and derrick hands in use of all safety equipment * Able to instruct the ... ABOUT THE COMPANY Ranger Energy Services is an oil & gas completion and production solutions ...

Ranger Energy Services

Operator - Rig

Kilgore, TX

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Able to instruct floor and derrick hands in use of all safety equipment * Able to instruct the ... ABOUT THE COMPANY Ranger Energy Services is an oil & gas completion and production solutions ...

Ranger Energy Services

Operator - Rig

Wharton, TX

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Able to instruct floor and derrick hands in use of all safety equipment * Able to instruct the ... ABOUT THE COMPANY Ranger Energy Services is an oil & gas completion and production solutions ...

Ranger Energy Services LLC

Operator-Rig

Odessa, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Able to instruct floor and derrick hands in use of all safety equipment * Able to instruct the ... is an oil & gas completion and production solutions company with a foundation built on well ...

Ranger Energy Services LLC

Operator-Rig

Big Spring, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Able to instruct floor and derrick hands in use of all safety equipment * Able to instruct the ... is an oil & gas completion and production solutions company with a foundation built on well ...

Ranger

Operator - Rig

Odessa, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Able to instruct floor and derrick hands in use of all safety equipment * Able to instruct the ... ABOUT THE COMPANY Ranger Energy Services is an oil & gas completion and production solutions ...

Ranger Energy Services

Operator - Rig

Big Spring, TX

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Able to instruct floor and derrick hands in use of all safety equipment * Able to instruct the ... ABOUT THE COMPANY Ranger Energy Services is an oil & gas completion and production solutions ...

Ranger Energy Services

Operator - Rig

Andrews, TX

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Able to instruct floor and derrick hands in use of all safety equipment * Able to instruct the ... ABOUT THE COMPANY Ranger Energy Services is an oil & gas completion and production solutions ...

Ranger Energy Services

Operator - Rig

Kermit, TX

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Able to instruct floor and derrick hands in use of all safety equipment * Able to instruct the ... ABOUT THE COMPANY Ranger Energy Services is an oil & gas completion and production solutions ...

Ranger Energy Services LLC

Operator - Rig

Kilgore, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Able to instruct floor and derrick hands in use of all safety equipment * Able to instruct the ... is an oil & gas completion and production solutions company with a foundation built on well ...

Ranger Energy Services LLC

Operator-Rig

Denver City, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Able to instruct floor and derrick hands in use of all safety equipment * Able to instruct the ... is an oil & gas completion and production solutions company with a foundation built on well ...

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Operator - Rig

Ranger

Big Spring, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago

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)

Equal Opportunity Employer
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