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Rig Hand Part of the crew responsible for the maintenance and day to day operation of the rig ... Assists in running casing and tubing as directed. * Assists in catching samples and managing mud ...

Rig Hand Part of the crew responsible for the maintenance and day to day operation of the rig ... Assists in running casing and tubing as directed. * Assists in catching samples and managing mud ...

Rig Hand Summary Part of the crew responsible for the maintenance and day to day operation of the ... Assists in running casing and tubing as directed. * Assists in catching samples and managing mud ...

Rig Hand Summary Part of the crew responsible for the maintenance and day to day operation of the ... Assists in running casing and tubing as directed. * Assists in catching samples and managing mud ...

Rig Hand Summary Part of the crew responsible for the maintenance and day to day operation of the ... Assists in running casing and tubing as directed. * Assists in catching samples and managing mud ...

Supervisor - Rig SUMMARY The Rig Supervisor manages crew members, maintains productivity standards ... Ability to show knowledge of running tongs and all other Ranger Energy equipment * Good ...

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Rig Hand

Sunray, TX • On-site

Hydro Resources Holdings
Construction • 201 - 500 employees

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago


Job description

Rig Hand

Part of the crew responsible for the maintenance and day to day operation of the rig.

Responsibilities

  • Performs general maintenance of drilling and associated equipment.
  • Loads and off-loads pipe and assists in rig movement.
  • Checks dies in slips and tongs and all safety and riding belts to verify condition.
  • Responds to emergency situations.
  • Trips pipe – uses slips, tongs and elevators.
  • Cut and thread pipe.
  • Perform service maintenance on rigs.
  • Follow all safety requirements.
  • Assists in running casing and tubing as directed.
  • Assists in catching samples and managing mud properties as directed.
  • Clean and maintain work sites, shop and yard areas.
  • Learn operation of the rig.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • Knowledge of types of drill pipe and drill collars.
  • Knowledge of thread types and tubing sizes.
  • Knowledge of working derricks and drill floor.
  • Ability to travel.
  • Requires willingness to work a flexible schedule.
  • Good driving record with CDL preferred.
  • Valid Driver's License and must pass DOT Physical.

Benefits

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Medical insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled, E-Verify Employer

As part of the pre-employment hiring process at Hydro Resources Holding, Inc. and its subsidiaries, all candidates will be required to undergo background check and drug screening.