Rig Operator: Safety-First Leader on Well Servicing

Ranger-Energy-Services-; Kermit (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ranger Energy Services in Texas seeks an Operator I - Rig to operate and supervise on-site rig activities, ensuring safe, reliable service. The role includes coordinating with customers, maintaining equipment, and guiding crew members in daily operations.

The position requires strong safety focus, ability to read rig procedures, and a willingness to work in a fast-paced field environment. CDL preferred and pre-employment screenings may apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred
• Seven (7) years’ of experience working on a well servicing rig preferred
• 5 years of experience working on a well servicing rig preferred
• 2 years of experience as a relief operator preferred
• Must be able to successfully perform the duties of a Floor Hand III and derrick hand
• Must be familiar with pump and tank operations
• Must have a valid state issued driver’s license, CDL, or the ability to obtain one
• Ability to perform manual labor required to operate well servicing equipment
• Competent communication, people, and leadership skills
• Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Must have understanding of workover/completions operations
• Ability to work a flexible schedule

Responsibilities

• Promote RES concept of Stop Work Accountability
• Promote RES safety policies and procedures
• Perform Meet and Greet at location sites
• Be aware of Simultaneous Operations and coordinate vendor and contractor groups on location as needed
• Operate the rig safely during rig up/down and pulling operations
• Operate the crown and ground saver
• Check brake systems and confirm functionality
• Pull and lay down rods, tubing, casing, and other equipment as needed
• Understand the rig’s hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems
• Perform all required equipment inspections—workover rig, fall arrest system, derrick, hoisting and mud pump
• Able to instruct floor and derrick hands in use of all safety equipment
• Able to instruct the floor and derrick hand in use of all rig and pumping equipment
• Operate the power swivel
• Perform Blowout Preventer (BOP) inspection, testing and installation as needed
• Assist HSE, DOT, and all other applicable departments with document completion, collection, and management
• Complete field tickets in a timely manner and turn in to appropriate department for processing
• Troubleshoot maintenance issues; include worn equipment recognition checks and maintenance requests
• Accurately perform torque calculations and specs
• Oversee JSA/DWP and tail gate meetings as scheduled
• Oversee pipe tallying, rigging up and down, nipple up and down of BOP units, and pipe handling
• Responsible for keeping work site, equipment, and tools clean and in good working order
• Oversee day to day lubrication and minor adjustments of equipment
• Oversee use of Hazard ID programs and means of documenting hazards
• Oversee daily inspection and maintenance of equipment
• Perform and oversee energy isolation procedures
• Train and mentor crew members on day to day operations
• Responsible to stop work if conditions are unsafe and report concerns immediately
• Report all incidents as per the standard operating procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Job description

Ranger Energy Services in Texas seeks an Operator I - Rig to operate and supervise on-site rig activities, ensuring safe, reliable service. The role includes coordinating with customers, maintaining equipment, and guiding crew members in daily operations.

The position requires strong safety focus, ability to read rig procedures, and a willingness to work in a fast-paced field environment. CDL preferred and pre-employment screenings may apply.