Workover Rig Floor Hand

Killam Companies; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Killam Companies is seeking a Workover Rig Floor Hand to perform services on oil wells using double, single, and Pole Rigs. You will assist in rigging up/down, handle tubing and rods, and support operations on the rig floor alongside the operator.

The role requires 1–2 years in oil and gas settings, the ability to lift 50–70 lbs, and a readiness to work in a fast-paced environment with strong safety awareness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of oil/gas workover or related experience preferred.
• Able to lift 50–70 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, team environment.

Responsibilities

• Picks up/lays down pipe and latches tubing in elevators.
• Rigging up/down and handling gear on the rig floor.
• Operate rod wrenches, tongs, and related equipment on the floor.
• Assist with well head equipment and daily maintenance.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Manual reading

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Type
Full-time

Description

SUMMARY: A Workover Rig Floor Hand is responsible for performing services on oil wells utilizing a double, single, and Pole Rig. The duties of the floor hand include assisting in rigging up/down, pulling/laying rods, tubing, casing and other functions as specified by the rig operator.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Picks up/lays down pipe and latches tubing in elevators
• Rigging up & down, including handling guidewire hydraulic jacks, pads/boards, and emergency gear.
• Handle tubing, rods, casing and associated equipment such as rod strippers, polish rods, etc. The rig hand will operate rod wrenches, tongs, elevators, and associated equipment.
• Assists in lifting, removing, installing and operating well head pump, jacks and performs other tasks as designated by the rig operator
• Operates the mud pump
• Manages tools on the workover rig floor and assists in daily maintenance
• Attends and participates in safety meetings

Requirements

EDUCATION

Must have a high school diploma, equivalency or equivalent experience.

EXPERIENCE

Must have one - two (1-2) years of experience within oil and gas workover rigs, drilling rigs, production facilities, pipeline labor or equivalent experience.

SKILLS

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must possess organization and problem-solving skills
• Must be able to work with a team
• Must be able to lift 70 lbs and hand physical demanding work
• Must be able to communicate using oral and basic written communication
• Basic ability to read and understand maintenance/operations manuals.
• Strong mechanical skills.
• Strong planning, organizational, delegation, and time management skills in order to set priorities and meet assigned deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills to develop feasible realistic solutions to problems, recommending actions designed to prevent problems from occurring.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Current Texas driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Stand for long periods of time.
• Lift 50–70 lbs. with or without assistance.
• Able to quickly move hands, hands together with arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
• Coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down.
• Perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving the whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
• Able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information through verbal communications in person or detect objects in and around job site.
• Average, ordinary visual acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents; operate various types of machinery and handheld equipment.
• Walk moderate distances on slippery, even, and/or uneven surfaces.
• Stand, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, turn, or crawl.
• Climb and balance on stairs, metal/wooden beams, ladders, or other structures/elevated areas.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work primarily at job site performing work in outdoor weather conditions with exposure to extreme cold, heat, and noise depending upon project site; and may also include the following:
• dust, fumes, chemicals, and/or other harsh/hazardous solvents or disinfectants
• electrical components, power lines, or other electrical hazards
• rebar, blades, or other sharp objects/tools
• high elevations, trenches, or crawl spaces
• Possible travel during the work day between jobsites, although some out-of-area travel may be expected with seldom overnight travel.
• Work irregular hours to include nights and weekends.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to:

• Follow all applicable company, state and federal safety and environmental rules and regulations in assigned areas.
• Adhere to and perform functions according to company and OSHA safety guidelines.
• Work in a cooperative team environment.
• Maintain clean and orderly work area.
• Adhere to the highest standards of ethics, integrity, professionalism, and discretion.
• Support a culture of customer satisfaction.
• Follow and exchange basic instructions, information, and guidelines.
• Participate in training and development opportunities offered to maintain knowledge of current practices and safety knowledge.
• Communicate and comprehend instructions/directions in accordance with safety requirements, which necessitate no language barriers exist between employees and supervisors.
• Wear personal protective equipment as required, such as steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat, vest, and the like while on the job sites.
• Maintain regular, timely, and predictable attendance.