Relief Rig Operator

Axis Energy Services • Casper, WY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Relief Rig Operator fills in for the Rig Operator on a workover rig or swab rig as needed. The position is responsible for safely operating assigned equipment, maintaining crew productivity, supporting safe work practices, and helping ensure customer satisfaction when the Rig Operator is absent due to illness, vacation, or other approved absences. When not serving as the Rig Operator, the Relief Operator works as part of the rig crew in an assigned operational role, which may include Floor Hand, Derrick Hand, Truck Driver, or other rig duties as assigned.

In the Rig Operator’s absence, the Relief Operator performs the Rig Operator’s duties and responsibilities, including operating the assigned rig and equipment under customer-designated contractual terms, communicating with customers, maintaining service quality and productivity, following safety procedures and applicable regulations, maintaining the rig and equipment, and establishing a positive and safe crew environment through training and coaching. When not substituting for the Rig Operator, the Relief Operator performs Floor Hand or Derrick Hand duties on a rig. Other related duties may be assigned.

The position requires at least two years of rig and well-servicing operations experience, prior Floor Hand and Derrick Hand experience, rig operation competency, and a valid CDL Class B driver’s license at minimum. The work takes place outdoors in hazardous oil and gas well environments and involves 12-hour shifts on a 14/7 rotation, including nights, weekends, holidays, and travel up to approximately 75% as business needs require. Preference is given to qualified local job seekers within 60 miles of the Axis Casper, Wyoming facility.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• Dependable transportation.
• Previous experience in Floor Hand and Derrick Hand positions.
• Rig operation experience and demonstrated full competency in rigging up and rigging down and well-servicing operations.
• At least two years of experience in rig and well-servicing operations.
• Knowledge and experience in oilfield well servicing.
• Valid CDL Class B driver’s license at minimum, with an acceptable motor vehicle record and continued compliance with company motor vehicle requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively with people within and outside the company.
• Ability to lead or guide crew members to work safely and efficiently.
• Multi-tasking and basic problem-solving skills.
• Meet all qualifications defined in the Motor Vehicle Policy.
• Successfully complete required pre-employment and ongoing job-related screenings, including physical exam, physical abilities assessment, lift assessment, audiogram, respiratory clearance, drug and alcohol testing, and other evaluations required by company policy or applicable regulations.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds frequently; loads over 50 pounds require a two-person lift or mechanical assistance.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of a 12-hour shift, including standing, sitting, and walking.
• Ability to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, twist, push, pull, and perform repetitive hand and arm movements.
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and rig structures up to approximately 50 feet while maintaining three points of contact and following fall-prevention requirements.
• Ability to safely operate and work around workover rigs, swab rigs, vehicles, hand tools, power tools, and related well-servicing equipment.
• Required grip strength of approximately 80–100 pounds, as well as manual dexterity, balance, coordination, vision, hearing, and physical stamina.
• Ability to wear and properly use required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors in hazardous oil and gas well environments and tolerate exposure to extreme temperatures, wind, rain, mud, dust, fumes, vibration, uneven terrain, high noise, and moving equipment.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts on a 14/7 rotation, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and travel up to approximately 75% as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate the assigned rig and equipment in accordance with customer-requested or designated contractual terms when the Rig Operator is absent.
• Maintain regular communication with customers to resolve concerns, issues, and complaints.
• Provide quality products and services, maintain productivity standards for rig functions, follow safety procedures, and comply with applicable governmental regulations.
• Maintain assigned rigs and equipment efficiently.
• Establish and maintain a positive, safe work environment for the rig crew, including training and coaching crew members.
• When not substituting for the Rig Operator, perform Floor Hand or Derrick Hand duties on a rig.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED