Roustabout - Next LVL Energy

Diversified Energy Company; Geneva (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Diversified Gas & Oil Corporation (DGOC) seeks a Roustabout to support the well plugging and abandonment team across West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. You will join a hands-on field crew in a physically demanding outdoor environment, with emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include site preparation, equipment handling, cementing support, post-plug reclamation, record-keeping, and outdoor travel to remote well sites.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license; CDL a plus.
• Commitment to safety procedures and regulations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to work in various weather and well site conditions.
• Willingness to perform physically demanding labor.
• Willingness to travel to remote well sites and stay away from home when required.
• Experience as a laborer with proficiency with tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support well plugging and abandonment operations in WV, OH, and PA.
• Assist with site preparation, debris removal and equipment setup.
• Operate and transport tools and equipment including backhoes, skid loaders, dozers, mulchers, power tools.
• Monitor safety protocols and quality during plugging and reclamation.
• Perform post-plugging reclamation: grading, vegetation, restoration.
• Maintain records of site activities and equipment usage.
• Report malfunctions and coordinate with supervisors.
• Adhere to safety regulations and participate in safety trainings.
• Operate company vehicle safely and per policy.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Skills

High School Diploma

Valid driver license

CDL a

Safety procedures

Teamwork & communication

Weather & site conditions

Physically demanding work

Travel to remote sites

Laborer experience with tools

DOT regulations knowledge

Job description

Company Profile

Diversified Gas & Oil Corporation (“DGOC”) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Diversified Energy Company PLC, a US-based company listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and London Stock Exchange (LSE) under the ticker symbol “DEC”. Diversified Gas & Oil Corporation (DGOC) is an established owner and operator of producing conventional and unconventional natural gas & oil wells and midstream pipelines and compression stations concentrated in the Appalachian Basin in the United States. Headquartered in Birmingham, AL, our field operations are located throughout the Appalachian Basin in the states of Tennessee, Kentucky, Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. In 2021, Diversified announced our expansion into our Central Regional Focus Area, which includes producing areas within Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas.

Company Profile

Diversified Gas & Oil Corporation (“DGOC”) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Diversified Energy Company PLC, a US-based company listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and London Stock Exchange (LSE) under the ticker symbol “DEC”. Diversified Gas & Oil Corporation (DGOC) is an established owner and operator of producing conventional and unconventional natural gas & oil wells and midstream pipelines and compression stations concentrated in the Appalachian Basin in the United States. Headquartered in Birmingham, AL, our field operations are located throughout the Appalachian Basin in the states of Tennessee, Kentucky, Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. In 2021, Diversified announced our expansion into our Central Regional Focus Area, which includes producing areas within Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas.

POSITION SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Roustabout will be responsible for safely and efficiently supporting the well plugging and abandonment team in their operations throughout West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, adaptability, and the ability to thrive in a physically demanding outdoor environment. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring well sites are efficiently plugged and fully restored to meet environmental and regulatory standards.

Special focus will be placed on:

• Assist in building and preparing well sites for plugging operations, including clearing debris, setting up equipment, and ensuring site readiness.
• Operate, maintain, and transport tools and equipment necessary for plugging and reclamation activities, including backhoes, skid loaders, dozers, mulchers, hand tools, and power tools.
• Support well plugging operations by handling materials, assisting with cementing and plugging, and monitoring safety protocols.
• Perform post-plugging reclamation work, including removing equipment, grading and leveling the land, planting vegetation, and ensuring proper site restoration.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to complete tasks efficiently and safely, following company policies and environmental regulations and ensuring seamless operations.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members to meet project goals and deadlines.
• Maintain accurate records of site activities, equipment usage, and progress reports as required.
• Conduct daily inspections and perform routine maintenance of tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Report any equipment malfunctions or issues for repair or replacement.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and guidelines and promote a culture of safety among the team.
• Report any safety hazards, near misses, or incidents promptly.
• Attend and participate in all safety meetings and trainings.
• Complete required work plans and job safety analysis.
• Operate company vehicle in a safe and lawful manner and in accordance with company policy.
• Perform other tasks and support functions per management discretion.
  
  

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver license.
• CDL a plus.
• Knowledge of and commitment to safety procedures and regulations.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Willingness and ability to work in various weather and well site conditions.
• Willingness and ability to work in physically demanding conditions.
• Willingness to travel to remote well sites and stay away from home when necessary.
• Experience working as a laborer, including proficiency with all types of tools and equipment.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of DOT regulations preferred.
  
  

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• The individual must be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, earplugs, steel-toed shoes, or other protective equipment as required by the location and work performed.
• Walking, stepping, climbing or otherwise moving from one location on the job site to another, and normally involves physically getting into and out of equipment through the use of vertically mounted ladders up to and including 10’ or more in height.
• Visually seeing driving operations well (either naturally or with corrective lenses).
• Standing, stooping kneeling, squatting, climbing and sitting.
• Repetitive movements by feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands and back in performance of work.
• Working at elevated heights.
• Lifting 75 lb. or more objects occasionally.
• Carrying 75 lb. or more objects occasionally.
• Adapting to outdoor conditions and prolonged exposure to sometimes adverse weather conditions.
• Remaining calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident.
• Exposure to working outdoors in all-weather conditions.
  
  

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to move or traverse from one location on the job site to another. This includes the ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods, frequently positioning oneself (e.g., to stoop, kneel, or squat) to perform tasks, and occasionally ascend/descend (e.g., ladders or uneven terrain)
• Ability to detect, determine, perceive, identify, recognize, judge, observe, inspect, estimate, and assess driving operations effectively (either naturally or with corrective lenses).
• Ability to operate a 4X4 vehicle.
• Must be able to repetitively move or position feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, and back. Constantly operates, uses, and positions hands and fingers in performance of work
• Must be able to work atop elevated surfaces and traverse various heights
• Lifts or carries 60 lbs. or more, which falls into the "heavy" category (over 50 pounds).
• Frequently pushes and pulls with a maximum force of 150 ft./lbs.
• Constantly works in outdoor weather conditions and is exposed to varying environmental conditions, including well site conditions. The position requires the ability to perform tasks in physically demanding environments, encompassing the essential physical requirements and efforts outline
  
  

The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Driver Requirements:

• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record
• This position involves operating a company vehicle for work-related travel or receiving a stipend for operating a personal vehicle for company use; adherence to all traffic laws and company vehicle policies is required.
• Candidates must be eligible to be insured under the company's vehicle insurance policy.