Operator - RAFT

Ranger Energy Services, LLC; Artesia (NM); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Spending Account/Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match

PTO (depending on eligibility)

Job summary

An oil and gas solutions company is seeking a RAFT Operator in Artesia, New Mexico. You will oversee fishing tool services and resolve downhole issues while ensuring customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate has extensive knowledge of fishing tools and 2 years of oilfield experience. This role involves travel and the need to adapt to changing priorities, promising competitive compensation and various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in oilfield with working knowledge of rigs and downhole experience.
• Valid Driver’s license and acceptable MVR.
• Ability to travel over 50%.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose problems and develop corrective strategies.
• Directs fishing operations and oversees personnel.
• Maintains accurate paperwork for tools and operations.

Skills

Knowledge of duplex and triplex pumps

Extensive knowledge of fishing tools

Effective communication skills

Ability to work independently

Detail-oriented

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic knowledge of MS Office

HSE Management Platforms

Job description

The primary duty of the RAFT Operator is to provide oversight for fishing tool services at a well site for the correction of a downhole issue. This role uses supervisory and functional management skills for problem solving and has the knowledge and ability to operate all RAFT tools, equipment, and operations to correct downhole issues while working efficiently to exceed customers’ expectations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Uses critical thinking to diagnose the cause of problems and develop a strategy for correcting the problem
• Drives vehicle with trailer loaded with tools to job and from site to perform operations
• Determines the need and use of equipment when on a fishing job which includes how to properly condition hole and the preparation necessary to begin fishing operation
• Advises customer on the technical procedures to perform fishing operation as well as provides instruction on procedures for tools and equipment for the job
• Leads and has oversight when resolving downhole problems. Directs fishing operation, which includes directing activities of third-party personnel and specific Ranger Energy Services’ employee
• Prepares and maintains accurate paperwork of tools that are run in the hole, on delivery tickets, job reports and other administrative forms
• Promotes sales of fishing tool services, including calling on customers and potential customers
• As required, runs and maintains reverse circulating unit if performing reverse rig operations
• May be required to work outside of normal work schedule to meet customer needs

REQUIRED EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Required

• Knowledge of duplex, triplex pumps, and various hydraulic power swivels
• Extensive knowledge of fishing tools
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in oilfield with working knowledge of rigs and downhole experience
• Valid Driver’s license and acceptable MVR
• Able to communicate effectively with diverse group including customers, managers, contractors and well service personnel
• Ability to work independently in an environment under pressure in emergency situations and where priorities change quickly
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand basic English
• Must be detail oriented and able to prioritize tasks
• Ability to travel over 50%

Preferred

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education
• Basic computer skills

COMPUTER

• Basic knowledge of MS Office preferred
• Able to use the company’s HSE Management Platforms

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Must complete and pass all required pre-employment drug screening, Urine, Alcohol, Hair Follicle and Physical, if applicable.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Ranger Energy Services is an oil & gas completion and production solutions company with a foundation built on well servicing, wireline, and natural gas processing. Ranger Energy is committed to providing employees with a benefits program that is both comprehensive and competitive. The programs are designed to invest in you and the things you care about – your health, your family, and your future. Come join our team of highly skilled, motivated employees, working on state-of-the-art equipment with outstanding compensation and additional benefits, including:

• Flexible Spending Account/Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• PTO (depending on eligibility)

Equal Opportunity Employer

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