Derrick Hand

Axis Energy Services•West Odessa, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Derrick Hand is part of a 4–5-person workover rig crew responsible for performing services on workover rigs. The position reports to the assigned Tool Pusher/Field Supervisor or Rig Operator. Primary duties include elevated work on the derrick, including the tubing board and rod basket; routine maintenance on derrick structures or components; and support for other workover rig functions as directed. This position has preference for qualified local job seekers within 60 miles of the Axis Odessa, TX facility. The role requires a rotational field schedule, typical 12-hour shifts on a 14/7 rotation, and 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.
At least one year of Derrick Hand experience.
At least two years of workover rig floor experience.
Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English.
Ability to work a rotational field schedule and travel as business needs require.
Ability to work safely in outdoor field environments and comply with required PPE, safety, and customer-site requirements.
Ability to perform duties while using 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, including 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 to communicate and work safely in hazardous field environments.

Nice To Haves

CDL Class A or B.

Responsibilities

Assist the operator in 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 a horse head from a pumping unit.
Perform work at the rod basket and tubing board, transferring rods and tubing from vertical racks to the elevator.
Operate tubing elevators for standing tubing in the derrick.
Assist in picking up or laying down tubing by manually lifting it from the rack onto the work floor or vice versa.
Set hydraulic jacks, handle pads and boards, and assist in 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 other related duties as assigned.