Rig Operator - Workover Rig

Appone; Iowa Park (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance available

Job summary

Appone in Kamay Yard is seeking a Rig Operator to manage pulling unit operations on an oilfield rig, operating controls and equipment, and maintaining safety and productivity.

The role requires 5+ years of double/triple rig and pole rig experience, a valid Class A CDL, and a solid background in downhole tools, tubing and well servicing, plus the ability to work overtime.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of Double Triple Rig experience.
• Minimum 5+ years of Double Pole Rig experience.
• Previous experience as a pulling unit hand, derrickhand, and rig operator in oilfield service/workover operations.
• Strong knowledge of service/workover rig operations and procedures.
• Knowledgeable in setting and releasing downhole tools.
• Experience pulling and running tubing, rods, pumps, and other downhole equipment.
• Experience operating the rig during tubing, rod, pump, and well-servicing operations.
• Knowledge of elevators, slips, power tongs, tubing equipment, and other workover rig equipment.
• Ability to safely rig up, operate, and rig down service/workover equipment.
• Strong understanding of well-control and pressure-control procedures.
• Ability to recognize changing well conditions and respond appropriately.
• Well Control / Well Servicing Certification preferred or ability to obtain.
• Ability to identify equipment problems and perform basic troubleshooting during operations.
• Ability to safely operate around suspended loads, high-pressure equipment, and heavy machinery
• Ability to direct and coordinate Derrickhands and Righands during rig operations
• Strong understanding of JSA/JHA procedures, pre-job safety meetings, and stop-work authority
• Ability to communicate effectively with the Rig Manager, crew members, pumpers, and other field personnel
• Strong commitment to safe and efficient rig operations
• Ability to work extended hours, weekends, overtime, and changing schedules as operations require
• Ability to perform physically demanding work and work outdoors in extreme weather conditions
• Valid Class A CDL
• Acceptable driving record
• Additional heavy-equipment licenses, endorsements, or certifications preferred
• PEC SafeLand or equivalent safety training preferred
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and background check

Responsibilities

• Ensuring all crew members are at the rig and prepared to work at the scheduled time
• Operating the rig and equipment as requested by the company
• Maintaining productivity standards for all rig functions
• Ensuring quality products and services are provided to the customer
• Complying with all safety procedures and ensuring a safe working environment
• Ensuring efficient maintenance of the assigned rig and equipment
• Establishing and maintaining a positive work environment for a rig crew

Skills

Rig operations

Well control

CDL Class A

Safety compliance

Team leadership

Tools

Elevators

Power tongs

Tubing equipment

Derrickhand coordination

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

Description

Rig Operator Job Description

The primary duty of the Pulling Unit Rig Operations to operate the controls and equipment on a rig.

Rig Operator Primary Responsibilities

• Ensuring all crew members are at the rig and prepared to work at the scheduled time Knowledgeable how to set and release down hole tools
• Operating the rig and equipment as requested by the company
• Maintaining productivity standards for all rig functions
• Ensuring quality products and services are provided to the customer
• Complying with all safety procedures an ensuring a safe working environment
• Ensuring efficient maintenance of assigned rig and equipment
• Establishing and maintaining a positive work environment for a rig crew

Rig Operator Job Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years of Double Triple Rig experience
• Minimum 5+ years of Double Pole Rig experience
• Previous experience as a Pulling Unit Hand, Derrickhand, and Rig Operator in oilfield service/workover operations
• Strong knowledge of service/workover rig operations and procedures
• Knowledgeable in setting and releasing downhole tools
• Experience pulling and running tubing, rods, pumps, and other downhole equipment
• Experience operating the rig during tubing, rod, pump, and well-servicing operations
• Knowledge of elevators, slips, power tongs, tubing equipment, and other workover rig equipment
• Ability to safely rig up, operate, and rig down service/workover equipment
• Strong understanding of well-control and pressure-control procedures
• Ability to recognize changing well conditions and respond appropriately
• Well Control / Well Servicing Certification preferred or ability to obtain
• Ability to identify equipment problems and perform basic troubleshooting during operations
• Ability to safely operate around suspended loads, high-pressure equipment, and heavy machinery
• Ability to direct and coordinate Derrickhands and Righands during rig operations
• Strong understanding of JSA/JHA procedures, pre-job safety meetings, and stop-work authority
• Ability to communicate effectively with the Rig Manager, crew members, pumpers, and other field personnel
• Strong commitment to safe and efficient rig operations
• Ability to work extended hours, weekends, overtime, and changing schedules as operations require
• Ability to perform physically demanding work and work outdoors in extreme weather conditions
• Valid Class A CDL
• Acceptable driving record
• Additional heavy-equipment licenses, endorsements, or certifications preferred
• PEC SafeLand or equivalent safety training preferred
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and background check

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Rate Range

Position Workover Rig Operator

Number of Openings 1

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Open Date 9/29/2026

Location Kamay Yard - NOS

About the Organization The Company is a private equity company.

This position is currently accepting applications.