Snubbing Assistant

Axis Energy Services•Longview, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Snubbing Assistant is an entry-level field operations position that supports safe and efficient snubbing unit operations at well sites. Under the direction of the Snubbing Operator or supervisor, the assistant helps prepare, rig up, operate, maintain, inspect, and rig down snubbing units and associated pressure control equipment, including fluid pump and nitrogen equipment. Equipment may be operated only within the employee’s assigned training, qualifications, and authorization limits. The role is based in active oilfield environments and requires compliance with company safety policies, customer requirements, job safety analyses, and operating procedures. The position involves physically demanding field work, typically on 12-hour shifts in a 14/7 rotation, with approximately 60% travel and the possibility of extended hours, nights, weekends, and holidays to meet operational needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent education.
Valid, active state-issued driver license; a CDL is not required.
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written work instructions, safety procedures, job safety analyses, and customer site requirements.
Ability to work safely in a team environment, communicate effectively, and interact professionally with coworkers, supervisors, customers, and third-party representatives.
Basic math, problem-solving, organizational, computer, and written communication skills.
Ability to perform work safely in a fast-paced, physically demanding field environment while managing multiple tasks and changing priorities, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to work 12-hour shifts on a 14/7 rotation schedule and travel approximately 60% as required.
Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, pull, or move tools, hoses, equipment, and materials weighing up to 50 lbs. individually; loads over 50 lbs. require a two-person lift or mechanical assistance.
Ability to perform work involving frequent bending and kneeling and occasional climbing; climb ladders, stairs, and equipment access points up to approximately 15 feet; and enter confined spaces when required, properly trained, and authorized.
Sufficient hand and grip strength to handle tools, hoses, controls, and snubbing-related equipment; tasks may require approximately 80–100 lbs. of grip force depending on assigned work.
Ability to work outdoors in field environments with exposure to temperature extremes, high noise levels, moving equipment, pressure control equipment, and active well-site conditions.
Use required personal protective equipment as directed by company policy, customer requirements, and job-site conditions.
Meet post-offer, pre-employment requirements that may include job-related physical screening, musculoskeletal assessment, pulmonary function testing, audiogram, vision test, drug screen, and functional capacity evaluation, in accordance with company policy and applicable law.

Nice To Haves

Prior snubbing, workover rig, pressure control, heavy equipment, or oilfield operations experience is preferred, but not required for otherwise qualified entry-level candidates.

Responsibilities

Assist the Snubbing Operator with assigned snubbing functions to support safe, continuous, and efficient well-site operations.
Operate or assist with operating snubbing units and associated pressure control equipment, including fluid pump and nitrogen equipment, within assigned training, qualification, and authorization limits.
Support equipment preparation, loading, transport readiness, rig up, snubbing service operations, and rig down.
Connect hydraulic hoses and assist with equipment startup, prime mover engagement, hydraulic pump operation, and verification of snubbing unit operating controls.
Conduct routine maintenance, cleaning, and general upkeep of snubbing units, tools, hoses, and related equipment.
Complete or assist with pre-job and post-job inspections, testing, and required inspection documentation.
Follow company safety policies, job safety analyses, standard operating procedures, and customer site requirements.
Use safe work practices, participate in safety meetings, support safe acts, and exercise stop work authority when conditions are unsafe.
Communicate work instructions, job status, hazards, equipment needs, and operational concerns to the Snubbing Operator and supervisor.
Assist with job-site operations and perform other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.