Floor Hand

Axis Energy Services•Platteville, CO
•Onsite

About The Position

The Floor Hand is part of a 4–5 person workover rig crew performing customer-requested services on oil and gas wells. The role supports rigging up and down, handling rods, tubing, and casing, and carrying out other duties assigned by the Rig Supervisor or another designated individual. Work must be performed safely, in accordance with company policies and procedures, and while meeting customer expectations. The position is based at the Axis Platteville, Colorado facility and gives preference to qualified local job seekers within 60 miles. The role involves outdoor field work in all weather conditions and typical 12-hour shifts on a 14/7 rotation schedule, with travel up to approximately 75% depending on operational needs. The Floor Hand works around heavy tools, moving machinery, noise, and oil and gas wellsite hazards, and must use required PPE, including an H2S respirator where required. Compensation is $21.00–$23.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

  • At least one year of rig floor operation experience.
  • Basic oilfield well servicing experience.
  • Valid state-issued driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle records.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written English.
  • Ability to work a varied rotational schedule and travel as required.
  • Ability to work in all weather conditions and in a fast-paced team environment while handling multiple tasks.
  • Basic problem-solving and organizational skills.
  • Reliable telephone (cell phone) communication and transportation.
  • Ability to pass pre-employment drug/alcohol and job-relevant screens.
  • Ability to lift up to 75 pounds; physical demands also include frequently lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds and team lifting up to 100 pounds when required.
  • Ability to stand up to 8 hours and walk up to 4 hours per shift, and to climb ladders and derrick structures up to 50 feet and perform elevated work.
  • Ability to bend, kneel, reach, push, pull, squat, crawl, twist, and work for extended periods in standing or similar positions.
  • Ability to enter confined spaces and access areas using ladders or other access devices.
  • Ability to wear required protective equipment, including an H2S respirator where required, and maintain adequate vision and hearing for safe work and communication.
  • Ability to work near heavy tools and moving machinery in hazardous field environments.
  • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the operator with rigging up and down and lining up the well service rig with the well.
  • Set hydraulic jacks, handle pads and boards, and assist with attaching guy wires to anchors.
  • Operate rod wrenches, tongs, elevators, and other rig tools and equipment during well servicing operations.
  • Assist with picking up or laying down tubing, including manually moving tubing between the rack and work floor.
  • Maintain tubing, rod tongs, and hand tools on the rig.
  • Dismantle and repair oil field machinery using hand and power tools.
  • Clean up spills and keep pipe deck and main deck areas orderly.
  • Report safety hazards, incidents, and maintenance issues to the Rig Supervisor.
  • Ensure work complies with company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
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