Derrick Hand

Axis Energy Services•Gillette, WY

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Derrick Hand is part of a 4–5-person workover rig crew responsible for providing services on workover rigs. The position reports to the assigned Tool Pusher/Field Supervisor or Rig Operator. The Derrick Hand performs elevated work on the derrick, including at the tubing board and rod basket; maintains derrick structures and components; and supports other workover rig functions as directed. The role may also involve working floors, operating the rig, or driving the crew truck when needed. This position has preference for qualified local job seekers within 60 miles of the Axis Gillette, Wyoming facility. The schedule is typically 12-hour shifts on a 14/7 rotation, with travel up to approximately 75% based on operational needs.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Valid state-issued driver license with an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR).
At least one year of Derrick Hand experience.
At least two years of workover rig floor experience.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
Ability to work a rotational field schedule and travel as business needs require.
Ability to work safely outdoors and comply with required PPE, safety, and customer-site requirements.
Ability to perform duties while wearing protective equipment and working near or with heavy tools and moving machinery.
Ability to interact with others in a team environment.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks at once.
Basic problem-solving and organizational skills.
Reliable telephone (cell phone) communication and transportation.
Successfully complete pre-employment drug/alcohol testing and any job-relevant post-offer evaluations required for the position, which may include physical, musculoskeletal, pulmonary, audiogram, vision, functional capacity, and DOT medical evaluations where applicable and consistent with business necessity.
Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds and team lift up to 100 pounds when required.
Stand up to 8 hours and walk up to 4 hours per shift.
Constantly climb ladders and derrick structures up to 50 feet and perform elevated work.
Frequently bend, kneel, reach, push, pull, and handle rig tools, tubing elevators, hand tools, and other workover rig equipment.
Demonstrate grip strength of approximately 80–100 pounds per hand.
Use occasional fine motor skills for hand tools, equipment checks, and related rig support tasks.
Wear required PPE and maintain adequate vision and hearing for safe communication and work in hazardous field environments.
Work typical 12-hour shifts on a 14/7 rotation schedule and travel up to approximately 75% based on operational needs.

Nice To Haves

CDL Class A or B.

Responsibilities

Assist the operator with rigging up and down, lining up the well service rig with the well, and servicing the well.
Perform elevated work associated with rigging up and down, such as removing the pumping unit horse head.
Perform work at the rod basket and tubing board, including transferring rods and tubing from vertical racks to the elevator.
Operate tubing elevators to stand tubing in the derrick.
Assist with picking up or laying down tubing by manually lifting tubing between the rack and work floor.
Set hydraulic jacks, handle pads and boards, and assist with attaching guy wires to anchors.
Assist in walking rods when laying them down.
Report safety hazards, accidents, and maintenance issues to the Tool Pusher/Field Supervisor.
Ensure work follows Axis policies and procedures and Axis and customer safety programs.
Work floors or operate the rig when needed.
Drive the crew truck as needed while maintaining an active state-issued driver license.
Perform routine maintenance on derrick structures or components.
Perform other related duties as assigned.