Operator - Rig - Kilgore

Ranger Energy Services • Kilgore, TX

383d • Onsite

About The Position

The Rig Operator is responsible for operating and supervising rig equipment and crew during oil and gas operations. This role emphasizes safety, productivity, and quality service while coordinating with customer representatives and ensuring compliance with safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred
• 5 years' of experience working on a well servicing rig preferred
• 2 years' of experience as a relief operator preferred
• Must be able to successfully perform the duties of a Floor Hand III and derrick hand
• Familiarity with pump and tank operations
• Valid state issued driver's license, CDL, or ability to obtain one
• Ability to perform manual labor required to operate well servicing equipment
• Competent communication, people, and leadership skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Basic knowledge of MS Office preferred
• Able to use the company's HSE Management Platforms

Responsibilities

• Promote RES concept of Stop Work Accountability
• Promote RES safety policies and procedures
• Perform Meet and Greet at location sites
• Coordinate vendor and contractor groups on location as needed
• Operate the rig safely during rig up/down and pulling operations
• Check brake systems and confirm functionality
• Pull and lay down rods, tubing, casing, and other equipment as needed
• Understand job steps and arrange rods and tubing in derrick correctly
• Understand the rig's hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems
• Perform all required equipment inspections
• Instruct floor and derrick hands in use of all safety equipment
• Instruct floor and derrick hands in use of all rig and pumping equipment
• Operate the power swivel
• Perform Blowout Preventer (BOP) inspection, testing and installation as needed
• Assist HSE, DOT, and other departments with document completion and management
• Complete field tickets in a timely manner
• Troubleshoot maintenance issues and perform worn equipment recognition checks
• Accurately perform torque calculations and specs
• Perform JSA/DWP and tailgate meetings as scheduled
• Perform pipe tallying, rigging up and down, nipple up and down of BOP units, and pipe handling
• Keep work site, equipment, and tools clean and in good working order
• Perform day to day lubrication and minor adjustments of equipment
• Use Hazard ID programs and document hazards
• Perform daily inspection and maintenance of equipment
• Oversee energy isolation procedures
• Train and mentor crew members on day to day operations
• Stop work if conditions are unsafe and report concerns immediately
• Report all incidents as per standard operating procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Support Activities for Mining
• Education Level: High school or GED