Roustabout Crew Pusher

Badlands Contracting, LLC; Watford City (ND); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Badlands Contracting, LLC in Watford City, ND is seeking a hands-on Roustabout Crew Lead to supervise and guide a field crew performing oilfield construction, maintenance, and roustabout tasks on well sites. You will use equipment such as tractors, trucks, and pipelines, ensuring safe, efficient operations.

You will train staff, coordinate transport, ensure DOT compliance, and maintain safety standards while reporting to field management.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years supervisory roustabout pusher experience.
• Must have a clean driving record and valid driver’s license.
• Basic understanding of Construction/Roustabout tools and procedures.
• 3 years supervisory roustabout pusher experience (preferred).
• Valid Class A CDL (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing training, supervision, and development for Roustabouts.
• Provide transportation to/from the job site as necessary for the crew and manage company vehicle usage.
• Secure and safely transport equipment needed for the job, according to policy and DOT regulations.
• Ensure crew has required safety equipment and PPE, and maintain equipment in safe condition.
• Complete and document a Job Safety Analysis and Pre-Job Safety Meeting before starting each job.
• Submit Field Tickets or other documents showing crew work time.
• Communicate effectively with field management about jobs, hazards, needs, employees, etc.
• Comply with all Safety/DOT policies in hazardous environments.

Skills

Roustabout supervision

Operate pumping units

Troubleshoot equipment

Line up equipment

Quality service

Oilfield tools knowledge

Basic math

Professional & motivated

Independent work

Vehicle operation

Computers & software

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2+ years supervisory roustabout pusher

Clean driving record & valid license

Basic construction/roustabout tools knowledge

3+ years supervisory roustabout pusher (preferred)

Valid Class A CDL (preferred)

Tools

Pumping units

Batteries and treaters

Pipes and fittings

Vehicles & equipment

Computers & timekeeping systems

Job description

Job Summary

This position is responsible for leading a roustabout crew in the performance of various oilfield services, including new well construction, maintenance, and other roustabout work. roustabouts use a variety of equipment that may include (but may not be limited to) tractors, trucks, trailers, and maintenance equipment. Provides hands-on guidance to roustabout Laborers and ensures efficient operation of all jobs by managing their crew. Both the roustabout crew pusher and roustabout laborers utilize various tools/equipment to perform each job. Duties include (but may not be limited to) digging trenches, pouring concrete, installing/repairing fencing, laying, threading, and fitting pipe. Facilities and other general well site construction items are to be performed according to site plans by installing and using valves, pumps, separators, fittings, and other oilfield-related equipment. Construct barrier walls, compressor sheds, fences, and other general construction items for well sites. Assemble or repair pipelines, flow lines, discharge lines, and plumb all devices. Rig, and assist in setting loads, separators, or tanks being moved by cranes or hydraulic lifts. Perform location cleanup, maintenance, and other housekeeping tasks as needed.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides ongoing training, supervision, and development for Roustabouts, ensuring that the crew performs their job in the most efficient and productive manner possible
• Provides transportation to/from the job site as necessary for the crew, utilizing a company vehicle and a trailer if needed, which may require a commercial driver's license. Regularly cleans, inspects, and maintains company vehicle and all other equipment that may be assigned by collaborating closely with mechanics/supervisors
• Secure and safely transports equipment needed for the job, according to company policy and DOT regulations
• Responsible for ensuring the crew has all required safety and work equipment necessary, as well as making sure all equipment and PPE is inspected and regularly cleaned or maintained for proper function and safe use
• Responsible for properly completing and documenting a Job Safety Analysis and Pre-Job Safety Meeting regarding hazards when arriving at a work location - prior to starting each job
• Responsible for properly completing and submitting Field Tickets or other documents showing work time for the crew
• Communicates effectively and regularly with field management regarding jobs, hazards, needs, employees, etc.
• Comply with all company and location Safety/DOT policies to work safely in a potentially hazardous environment

Required Skills & Abilities

• Supervise activities of Roustabout Laborers to ensure employee skill development and safety
• Set pumping units, batteries, and treaters, maintenance work on wells, pumping units and treaters
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment, ensuring that it is functioning and operating properly
• Capable and resourceful in lining up equipment for consecutive jobs requested by the customer
• Ensuring quality products and services are provided to the customer
• Knowledge of equipment and tools commonly used in the oil gas industry
• Basic math knowledge used in common calculations
• Must be professional and motivated to complete all tasks assigned
• Possess the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Must possess the ability to safely operate all vehicles and equipment involved in roustabout work
• Must have working knowledge and the ability to use computers and software such as Microsoft Office, email, timekeeping programs, invoicing, etc.
• While performing this job's duties, the employee must be able to effectively communicate with other employees, managers, and all other relevant third parties involved with the jobs performed. This includes (but may not be limited to) typing, speaking, reading, writing, and hearing.

Education & Experience: Basic

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years supervisory roustabout pusher experience
• Must have a clean driving record and valid driver’s license.
• Basic understanding of Construction/Roustabout tools and procedures

Education & Experience: Preferred

• 3 years supervisory roustabout pusher experience
• Valid Class A CDL

Physical Requirements

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job (but are not limited to). The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, or crouch for extended periods of time, unassisted. The incumbent must wear a respirator when required. Manual and finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination sufficient to operate industrial machinery are required. This job also requires a full range of body motion to include handling and lifting. The incumbent must repeatedly lift and/or move up to 65 (SIXTY-FIVE) pounds unassisted. Visual acuity, hearing, speaking, reading, and writing must be adequate to perform all required tasks safely.

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Work is usually done outdoors and sometimes at a client facility or job site and is frequently performed in inclement and/or extreme weather conditions. The incumbent is exposed to moving electricity, mechanical parts, vehicles, equipment, and hazardous materials. This position regularly requires long work hours and frequent weekend work.

AAP/EEO Statement

It is the policy of Badlands Contracting, LLC. to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, Badlands Contracting, LLC. will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.