Rig Operator

Axis Energy Services • Carrizo Springs, TX

12h • Onsite

About The Position

This job has preference to qualified local job seekers within 60 miles of Axis Carrizo Springs, TX facility. The Rig Operator, reporting to the assigned Tool Pusher/Field Supervisor, leads a 4–5-person workover rig crew, and is responsible for performing and safely operating well workover components and services. The primary responsibilities include and is not limited to preparation of crew members, inspection, maintenance, and operations of assigned workover rig, in accordance with company procedures and customer requirements. Additional functions may be specified by the assigned Tool Pusher or other designated operations management. All duties are expected to be performed safely and effectively to maximize the safety of the entire crew while meeting customer expectations and being a solution to their projects by Axis operating safety and performance standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or the equivalent.
• Must have valid state issued driver license with acceptable motor vehicle records (MVR); Class A or B CDL a plus/preferred.
• Required five (5) years of workover rig experience; production experience a plus; minimum two (2) years Rig Operator experience required and at least two (2) years (prefer 3 years) operational and safety experience as a Derrick Hand and Floor Hand required.
• Working knowledge of basic service mechanical functions.
• Ability to lift heavy equipment up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to access the work environment by use of a ladder at heights of 50 ft. or more.
• Long periods of standing, squatting, kneeling, reaching or similar activities may be necessary.
• Able to perform duties with protective equipment, H2S respirator where required; potential hazards include working near or with heavy tools and moving machinery.
• Must be able to travel as job requires.
• Work may be performed in all weather conditions.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and written; English preferred.
• Ability to interact with others in a team environment and work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks at once.
• Basic problem solving and organizational skills.
• Excellent customer service skills, to provide world class value to Axis customers.
• Have dependable form of communication – cell phone preferred.
• Dependable transportation.
• Ability for qualified clearance on background checks, pre-employment drug and alcohol and job-relevant screens.

Nice To Haves

• Class A or B CDL a plus/preferred.
• production experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Confirms all scheduled shift times that the full crew are prepared for work at the assigned rig.
• Supports the workover crew and is responsible for performing operating functions, including driving the workover rig as necessary to the job site, with direction from the field supervisor/Tool Pusher, and/or the customer company representative.
• Inspects the setting up, taking down and transportation of the assigned workover rig.
• Conducts routine inspection and troubleshooting on all service equipment.
• Monitors, tests, installs, lifts, and removes equipment using proper job and safety procedures.
• May train and direct the crew on safety and job procedures.
• Handles job safety analysis and daily maintenance program for the rig, ensuring the crew understands the programs and procedures.
• May be requested to work outside of the assigned work schedule to meet customer needs.
• Depending on project and rig assignment, may be required to perform other functional duties as assigned by Tool Pusher/Field Supervisor

What This Job Offers

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