Rig Manager - Oklahoma

Patterson-UTI•El Reno, OK

About The Position

The Rig Manager is responsible for daily rig operations, drilling activities, rig equipment, and supervision of all employees working on the rig. The role ensures compliance with company policies, rules, regulations, safety requirements, and operational procedures; plans maintenance to minimize downtime; and provides leadership and direction when resolving operational and personnel issues. The Rig Manager plans and directs drilling operations and rig moves and communicates regularly with company personnel, third parties, and customer representatives. The position reports to the Drilling Superintendent. The successful candidate sets high standards, acts professionally, seeks learning opportunities, uses factual data to develop practical business-oriented solutions, and adapts to different environments and audiences. The role requires strong leadership, sound judgment, customer focus, and the ability to manage people, equipment, operations, costs, and competing priorities. The job involves working indoors and outdoors in a heavy industrial environment and in all kinds of weather, including precipitation, cold, heat, high winds, and turbulent conditions. Work may involve loud and moving machinery, hazardous chemicals, heights, remote locations, and a rotational schedule of 14 days on and 14 days off, with 12.5-hour shifts that may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays. The Rig Manager must also be available for mandatory or unscheduled hours outside the assigned schedule.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Well Control certification.
CPR/First Aid certification.
Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Safety Training.
Complete the Supervisory Well Control course within 14 days of the start date.
Demonstrated ability to successfully perform the duties of all rig crew positions: Floorhand, Motorhand, Derrickhand, and Driller.
Strong computer skills, including reports, email, spreadsheets, and graphs.
Ability to use standard formulas and basic mathematical equations to compute and report rig operation metrics.
Ability to communicate directions and expectations effectively to rig crew and third parties.
Ability to read, write, and speak English well enough to understand instructions and give clear verbal and written instructions to rig employees and third parties and communicate with customer representatives.
Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, reach, squat, kneel, and climb ladders or stairs.
Ability to frequently exert 25 to 50 pounds of force and/or constantly exert 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects.
Ability to repeatedly climb steep stairs and independently lift and carry 50 pounds while walking on uneven surfaces.
Comfort working at heights of 50 feet or greater for extended periods.
Ability to maintain spatial orientation and awareness while moving around a work environment with moving objects.
Clear vision to judge near and far distances and maintain awareness of ongoing work activities.
Ability to work an irregular sleep pattern and be available to observe and direct drilling procedures and respond to unanticipated operational, equipment, or maintenance issues.
Wear required personal protective equipment at designated times, which may include a hard hat, safety glasses, coveralls, work gloves, respirator, and hearing protection.
Willingness to travel to and work in remote locations on a 14-days-on/14-days-off rotational schedule, working 12.5-hour shifts that may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Willingness to work mandatory and unscheduled hours outside the assigned schedule with little or no advance notice.
Willingness and ability to attend and successfully complete classroom training and testing to qualify for a rig assignment.
Ability to meet pre-employment testing requirements, which may include drug and alcohol testing and background checks, and to undergo periodic drug and/or alcohol testing during employment, subject to applicable laws.
Demonstrated leadership competencies in building and maintaining effective relationships, developing self and others, building effective teams, courageous leadership, managing vision and purpose, business acumen, drive for results, customer focus, and decision quality.

Nice To Haves

Advanced education, such as college or trade school.
Prior experience as a Rig Manager with PTEN.
Experience as a Rig Manager on an AC/VFD-style rig.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership to promote the safety of all onsite personnel and support the goal of working incident-free.
Supervise, direct, and train drilling rig crew members, ensuring compliance with safety and operational procedures.
Manage rig operations, production, maintenance, costs, and personnel to meet company business objectives.
Understand Comprehensive Rig Inspection criteria and pursue continuous improvement through regular inspections and maintenance of the rig and equipment.
Build productive partnerships with customer representatives.
Use management practices including delegation, motivation, discipline, goal setting, and performance evaluation.
Plan preventative maintenance and replacement supplies to operate and maintain rig equipment efficiently.
Anticipate, troubleshoot, and resolve operational, equipment, and maintenance issues to minimize rig downtime.
Adhere to company policies, guidelines, and work requirements.
Promote a diverse and inclusive work environment where employees feel included and their contributions are valued.
Address and resolve concerns and disputes among team members and customers to build a cohesive work group.
Plan daily rig operations with the Driller and customer representative.
Lead pre-tour and post-tour meetings, including crew fit-for-duty evaluations.
Fill in for the Driller or other rig-based employees as needed.
Work independently and prioritize tasks while managing distractions.
Safeguard company resources, equipment, and personnel.
Read and write emails and prepare daily rig paperwork, status reports, and other business documents related to rig operations.
Perform rig and drilling-floor housekeeping, including sweeping, shoveling, cleaning, painting, and washing equipment.
Plan and supervise rig moves, including rig-up and rig-down procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned, including duties outside the job description.