Workover Operator - Oilfield

Appone; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Appone is seeking a Workover Rig Operator in Midland, TX to operate pulling unit rigs and related equipment. The role requires extensive hands-on rig experience, strong well-control knowledge, and the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions.

You will coordinate Derrickhands and Righands, ensure safety, and maintain productivity. Candidates should have a valid Class A CDL, pass pre-employment drug screening, and be willing to work extended hours and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of double/triple rig experience
• 5+ years of double pole rig experience
• Experience as pulling unit hand, derrickhand, and rig operator in oilfield service/workover operations
• Strong knowledge of service/workover rig operations and procedures
• Experience with setting and releasing downhole tools
• Experience pulling and running tubing, rods, pumps, and other downhole equipment
• Experience operating 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
• Acceptable driving record
• 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 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
• Relocation Assistance Available

Tools

CDL Class A

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

Workover Rig Operator Job Description

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

Workover 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

Workover 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 – REQUIRED
• 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 9/30/2026

Location Midland Office

About the Organization The Company is a private equity company.

This position is currently accepting applications.