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Cactus, Inc.

$50 - $75/hr

Cactus Wellhead - Field Service Technician - Rotational- WHD Job Category : Field Services ... Installing and testing of equipment in accordance with operating procedures. * Servicing equipment ...

Cactus Wellhead, LLC

... Wellhead tools. * Familiar with Offshore Installation processes. * Knowledge of Drilling Operations. * Able to follow Procedures e.g. Operating Service Procedures (OSP) and Project Related Procedures ...

FlexSteel

Cactus Wellhead - Saw Operator

Bossier City, LA · On-site

$12 - $15/hr

This is a Cactus Wellhead position and is located in Bossier City, LA Day Shift- 5am-5pm Job Summary : Responsible for setup, operating and maintaining coating lines and saw equipment, to include ...

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How much do wellhead operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for wellhead operator in the United States is $21.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $24.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a wellhead operator?

A Wellhead Operator is responsible for monitoring and controlling the operation of wellheads in oil and gas production sites. They ensure proper pressure levels, flow rates, and safety procedures while maintaining and troubleshooting equipment. Their duties may also include conducting inspections, performing minor repairs, and coordinating with other team members to optimize production. This role requires technical knowledge, attention to detail, and adherence to industry safety standards.

What does a wellhead operator do?

A typical shift for a Wellhead Operator involves monitoring and maintaining wellhead equipment, conducting routine safety inspections, and responding to any abnormalities in equipment readings or site conditions. You may also be responsible for starting up or shutting down wells, coordinating with maintenance teams for repairs, and accurately recording operational data. Most shifts come with a blend of fieldwork and some deskwork, often requiring readiness to work in variable weather and potentially remote locations. Collaboration with engineers, supervisors, and other operators is common to ensure safe, seamless well site operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a wellhead operator?

To thrive as a Wellhead Operator, you need strong mechanical aptitude, understanding of wellhead equipment operations, and a high school diploma or equivalent, with additional vocational training preferred. Experience with SCADA systems, pressure monitoring devices, and relevant safety certifications such as H2S and first aid are typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and effective teamwork help operators excel in this field. These competencies ensure safe, efficient wellhead operations, protecting personnel and equipment while optimizing production.

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Infographic showing various Wellhead Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 38% Full Time, 60% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,129 per year, or $21.7 per hour.

Cactus Wellhead - Inside Sales - Corporate

Cactus Wellhead

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

This is a Cactus Wellhead position and is located in Houston, TX.
Job Summary: Responsible for analyzing customer product needs and obtaining orders for Surface Wellhead equipment/systems-coordinate successful product releases within established standards and priorities. This position will sit at corporate and will support their assigned branch or branches
Essential Functions, Roles, and Responsibilities: Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:
  • Practice safe work habits and comply with all quality, safety, health, and environmental policies, procedures, programs, and regulations.
  • Promptly enter sales orders in Syteline.
  • Perform same-day source planning on hook up and/or additional customer requirements.
  • Ensure the accuracy of open sales orders (commercial and technical), published customer discounts or net pricing, and that orders do not contain obsolete or invalid part numbers and customer requirements.
  • Prepare daily reports and monitor dates according to actual customer requirements using the most recent information available.
  • Establish strategic relationships with new and existing customers. Provide management reports on sales activity, sales forecasts, and other quantifiable sales objective measurements.
  • Seek and identify substitutions for quoted equipment, not on hand/inventory. Utilize excess or slow-moving inventory within standard operating procedures.
  • Effectively manage and utilize customer property within customer requirements.
  • Communicate changes and/or cancellations to customer requirements and delivery issues to supply chain and Supervisor.
  • Maintain rig board to allow visibility of current customer requirements by active rig, equipment type, state of preparedness, and expected ship date.
  • Proactively pursue compensation for expediting charges incurred through sales before manufacturing or shipping
  • Participate in regularly scheduled meetings.
  • Ensure and secure adequate and proper backup parts and equipment on service jobs and communicate accurate information to the Service Department
  • Provide input and assistance to other functional areas to improve processes and customer satisfaction levels.
  • Keep abreast of new products, specifications, industry trends, competitor strengths, and weaknesses.

Requirements:
Education, Training,
Experience:
  • Bachelor's Degree or four to six years related experience and training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Requirements:
Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:
  • None Required.

Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
  • Will include up to 25% travel, based on business needs
  • Working knowledge of drilling/production and equipment
  • Intermediate Computer Skills
  • Intermediate Language Skills, Intermediate Mathematical Skills, and Intermediate Reasoning Ability

Supervisor Responsibilities: None
Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Cactus Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Safety is our top priority. All employees must comply with our comprehensive safety programs, participate in required safety training, and demonstrate commitment to our safety-first culture. This position may require working in potentially hazardous environments if you are traveling to a branch or plant location. Ensure that you follow all safety guidelines that are required when working in the field, branch or manufacturing facility.
This position generally operates in a professional office environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:
  • Sit for extended periods at a desk and work on a computer
  • Use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls
  • Reach with hands and arms
  • Talk and hear
  • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
  • Walk or stand periodically throughout the day
  • Maintain sustained concentration on computer screens
  • Work under deadlines with frequent interruptions

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Cactus Companies maintains a drug-free workplace and participates in E-Verify.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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