Experienced Workover Rig Operator - Dickinson, ND

36-42 per hour Depends on experience | Posted 03-Sep-2024 (MST) | Dickinson, ND, USA | Hourly | Full Time A Workover Rig Operator is responsible for all activities in regards to operating a workover rig, supervising a crew, and ensuring customer satisfaction with all services. Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Works with a three to five person crew performing maintenance and repairs on oil and gas wells

Ensures all crew members are at work on time and properly prepared

Drives crew truck

Operates the rig safely in accordance with DOT regulations and those requested or designated by the customer

Operates power swivel

Pull and lay down rods, tubing, casing and other equipment as needed

Accurately performs torque calculations and specs

Performs pipe tallying, rigging up and down, nipple up and down BOP units and pipe handling

Performs all required equipment inspections on workover rig, fall arrest systems, derrick and mud pumps

Performs check on brake systems and confirms functionality

Performs BOP inspection, testing and installation as needed

Performs daily inspection and maintenance of equipment

Troubleshoots maintenance issues; performs worn equipment recognition checks, turns in maintenance request for repair or replacement of equipment as needed

Ensures efficient maintenance of assigned rig and crew truck

Able to instruct floorhands and derrickhands in use of all rig and pumping equipment

Able to instruct floorhands and derrickhands in use of all safety equipment

Able to keep work site, equipment, and tools clean and in good working order

Understands job steps and arranges rods and tubing in derrick correctly

Understands the rig's hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems

Maintains contact and communication with Customer and Rig Supervisor

Maintains productivity standards for all rig employees and adheres to all applicable government regulations for compliance.

Completes and turns in field tickets in a timely manner and enters crew's hours into time tracking system

Works in the shop or assists in NDES Yard maintenance when necessary

Assists in repairs and preparing workover rig for deployment when necessary

Responsible for training in new crew members, specifically Floorhand-SSE's

Attends and participates in daily and monthly safety meetings

Understand and comply with company, customer, and health/safety policies, and any other regulations that are required.

Reports any and all incidents immediately to Rig Supervisor.

Able to work in all weather conditions

Performs other duties as directed by management.

Required Skills

Must be able to work in fast-paced environment

Must possess organizational and problem-solving skills

Must be able to work with a team

Must be able to lift 75 lbs. and handle physical demanding work

Must be able to communicate using oral and basic written communication

Must pass a Pre-Employment Drug & Alcohol screening and participate in the random testing pool

Must pass a background check and motor vehicle record check

Arrange for reliable transportation to and from work

Qualifications

The requirements listed in this job description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required and must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Work Environment

This job operates in an outside environment. The role routinely works in all weather conditions, including but not limited to: extreme wind, rain, cold, heat, etc.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position that works a 14 day on/7 day off rotation. This position regularly requires long hours and weekend work (including holidays) as job duties demand.

Licenses & Certifications

Valid Driver's License

Class A or B CDL preferred

Education & Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent

Previous workover experience preferred

Benefits

Competitive Wages

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Retirement Plan with company match

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibility that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.