Cement Operator 3 (DOT) NEX

Patterson-UTI; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Patterson-UTI is seeking a Cement Operator 3 to safely operate bulk equipment, rig up iron, and manage high-pressure pumps at well sites in Midland, TX. You will use real-time data, perform checks, and drive required vehicles while maintaining safety and equipment readiness.

Minimum high school diploma or GED with 4 years experience, CDL and HAZMAT are required. Join a team focused on safety, compliance, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of and compliance with DOT rules and regulations.
• Understanding of HSE standards and PSL guidelines.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining bulk equipment, high-pressure mixing pumps, blenders, and auxiliary equipment.
• Ability to perform basic maintenance on equipment and cement heads.
• Proficiency in rigging up and rigging down high-pressure iron and other equipment.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English for effective communication and instruction.
• Strong mathematical skills for job-related calculations using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate bulk equipment, rig up iron, and run high-pressure pumps per designs and KPIs.
• Maintain discharge iron installations.
• Prepare cement pumping equipment for the well site.
• Perform equipment function checks before jobs.
• Use real-time data and communicate results on site.
• Drive company vehicles as required.
• Promote safety awareness and environmental consciousness; participate in quality improvement.
• Hold pre-job and post-job safety meetings to identify hazards and risks.
• Rig down equipment and clean up after use.
• Assist with blow down, field bin movement, and silo relocation.
• Ensure efficiency and readiness of equipment.
• Work independently and assist others as directed.
• Comply with policies and regulations.
• Participate in safety meetings to mitigate risks.
• Complete respirator fit tests as required.

Skills

DOT regulations knowledge

HSE standards knowledge

Bulk equipment operation

Rigging up/down high-pressure gear

English communication

Mathematical calculations

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

• Responsible for the safe operation of bulk equipment, rig-up of iron, and high-pressure pump operations during service delivery in accordance with customer designs and KPIs.


• Maintains the integrity of discharge iron installations.


• Prepares cement pumping equipment for the well site.


• Performs equipment function checks in preparation for jobs.


• Utilizes real-time data under dynamic job conditions and communicates results to the appropriate personnel at the site.


• Drives company light-duty and commercial vehicles as required.


• Promotes safety awareness, environmental consciousness, and actively participates in quality improvement processes.


• Conducts pre-job and post-job safety meetings to identify hazards and risks.


• Completes the rig down of equipment and ensures cleanliness upon return to facilities.


• Assists with blow down, field bin movement, and vertical silo relocation.


• Ensures a high level of efficiency and readiness in equipment operations.


• Performs work independently and assists other employees as directed.


• Complies with customer and company policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.


• Participates in safety meetings to identify and mitigate risks and hazards.


• Completes a respirator fit test as required.

Detailed Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Responsible for the safe operation of bulk equipment, rig-up of iron, and high-pressure pump operations during service delivery in accordance with customer designs and KPIs.


• Maintains the integrity of discharge iron installations.


• Prepares cement pumping equipment for the well site.


• Performs equipment function checks in preparation for jobs.


• Utilizes real-time data under dynamic job conditions and communicates results to the appropriate personnel at the site.


• Drives company light-duty and commercial vehicles as required.


• Promotes safety awareness, environmental consciousness, and actively participates in quality improvement processes.


• Conducts pre-job and post-job safety meetings to identify hazards and risks.


• Completes the rig down of equipment and ensures cleanliness upon return to facilities.


• Assists with blow down, field bin movement, and vertical silo relocation.


• Ensures a high level of efficiency and readiness in equipment operations.


• Performs work independently and assists other employees as directed.


• Complies with customer and company policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.


• Participates in safety meetings to identify and mitigate risks and hazards.


• Completes a respirator fit test as required.

Job Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and compliance with DOT rules and regulations.


• Understanding of company policies, HSE standards, and PSL guidelines.


• Proficiency in operating and maintaining bulk equipment, high-pressure mixing pumps, blenders, and auxiliary equipment.


• Ability to perform basic maintenance on equipment and cement heads.


• Proficiency in rigging up and rigging down high-pressure iron and other equipment.


• Ability to read, write, and speak English for effective communication and instruction.


• Strong mathematical skills for job-related calculations using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.


• Basic computer skills.

Language Comprehension

Must understand and speak English at a level sufficient to issue, receive, and respond to both safety and operations-related directions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.


• Experience: 4 years.

Licenses And Certifications

• Valid Driver's License.


• Commercial Driver's License (CDL).


• HAZMAT Endorsement.

Additional Details

The Cement Operator 3 plays a critical role in ensuring operational efficiency and safety at well sites. The position requires adherence to strict safety protocols, active participation in quality improvement initiatives, and hands‑on equipment maintenance and operation.

About Us

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Patterson-UTI is committed to a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, offering equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of personal characteristics protected by law. Employees are encouraged to report any concerns through multiple channels.