Derrickhand

National Oilfield Services LLC; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

National Oilfield Services LLC is seeking a Derrickhand to join our Midland crew. The role involves operating and maintaining service rigs, loading and unloading pipe, and supporting rig movement under the direction of the Rig Operator.

Qualifying candidates will have experience on workover rigs (double/triple and pole rigs preferred), knowledge of well-control procedures, and the ability to pass pre-employment screenings.

Qualifications

• Experience working on service/workover rigs.
• Experience on a Double Triple Rig.
• Experience on a Double Pole Rig.
• Experience working from the derrick and handling tubing/rod operations.
• Knowledge of tubing, rods, elevators, slips, tongs, and other workover equipment.
• Ability to assist with rig-up and rig-down operations.
• Knowledge of basic well-control procedures.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and background check.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate service rigs under the Rig Operator.
• Load and off-load pipe; assist in rig movement.
• Check and verify condition of snub lines, clamps, and safety gear.
• Respond to emergencies including hydrogen sulfide detection.
• Prepare and set up rig for workover and maintain equipment.
• Diagnose well problems and perform routine maintenance on rigs.
• Coordinate with crew to ensure safe and efficient operations.

Skills

Rig operation experience

Safety awareness

Strong communication

Physical stamina

Willingness to work overtime

Education

CDL preferred

Well Control certification preferred

PEC SafeLand or safety training preferred

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Category Oil & Gas Production

Derrickhand Job Description

The Derrickhand works under the direction of the Rig Operator. This individual is part of a crew that is responsible for the maintenance and day to day operation of the service rigs.

Derrickhand duties include but are not limited to:

• Competent with rig and all equipment
• Performs general maintenance of draw works
• Loads and off-loads pipe and assists in rig movement
• Checks snub lines, pull Iines, shackles and cable clamps to verify condition
• Checks dies in slips and tongs and all safety and riding belts to verify condition
• Responds to emergency situations including hydrogen sulfide detection and major mechanical or structural failures
• Knowledge of types of pipe
• Latch and unlatch tubing and rods
• Knowledge of how pumping units run
• Prepare and set up rig for workover
• Knowledge of thread types, tubing sizes and rod sizes
• Knowledge of working derricks
• Diagnose well problems
• Cut and thread pipe
• Perform service maintenance on rigs

Position Requirements

Derrickhand Job Qualifications

• Experience working on service/workover rigs
• Experience on a Double Triple Rig
• Experience on a Double Pole Rig
• Experience working from the derrick and handling tubing/rod operations
• Knowledge of tubing, rods, elevators, slips, tongs, and other workover equipment
• Ability to assist with rig-up and rig-down operations
• Knowledge of basic well-control procedures
• Well Control / Well Servicing Certification preferred
• PEC SafeLand or equivalent safety training preferred
• CDL preferred
• Valid Driver’s License
• Acceptable driving record
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and background check
• Ability to work safely around heavy equipment, high-pressure equipment, and suspended loads
• Ability to work at heights and in changing weather conditions
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, climbing, pulling, and repetitive tasks
• Willingness to work extended hours, weekends, and overtime as operations require
• Strong communication skills and ability to follow instructions from the Rig Operator and Rig Manager
• Demonstrated commitment to company safety policies and procedures

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Rate Range

Position Derrickhand

Number of Openings 1

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Open Date 10/30/2026

Location Midland Office

About the Organization The Company is a private equity company.

This position is currently accepting applications.