Summary:

Supports workover wellsite operations by operating and maintaining workover equipment while maintaining safety standards. Supports Workover Field Supervisor and more senior equipment operators in preparing for and executing workover operations. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Verifies pre- and post-job vehicle and equipment inspections and associated paperwork and/or reports have been completed. Drives equipment to and from various locations. Directs junior equipment operators in rig up, rig down, and maintenance of workover equipment including workover unit, pressure control equipment, pumps, tanks, manual/hydraulic pipe handler, tools and other equipment. 

Complies with Company Safety procedures, ensuring a safe work environment. 

Leads pre-job safety meetings, fills out JSA, and participates in other general meetings as needed. Actively identifies issues/hazards and provides mitigations related to workover equipment, tools, and procedures for executing workover operations. 

Confirms that fuel and fluid levels are kept at healthy operating thresholds on designated service units. 

Operates workover rig and troubleshoots workover operations. Notifies Workover Field Supervisor when equipment issues occur and provides recommendations for remediation. 

Operates equipment on location that can include man lift, fork-lift, pumps, tanks, and hydraulic pipe handler if needed. 

Able to perform duties of WO derrickman when necessary. 

Able to identify when equipment or parts are needed/missing. Able to contact appropriate vendors and provide directions to order equipment. 

Performs necessary checks on workover unit, including tongs, draw works, brakes, etc. Directs/performs maintenance work on workover unit. 

Drives the crew company vehicle to and from location. 

Identifies and informs Workover Field Supervisor and crew of any operational deficiencies, or if any concerns are raised as to proper operational procedures.  

Conducts maintenance and general upkeep of the designated units and all support equipment. 

Monitors, inspects, and adjusts all major equipment during operations to ensure the adequate operation of all equipment. Listens to motors, hydraulic pumps, and other equipment to detect faulty operations or potentially adverse well conditions. Reviews information from material, events, or the environment to detect or assess problems. 

Promotes and takes an active role in improving the quality of services provided.  

Able to perform duties of Workover Field Supervisor when necessary. 

Mentors other equipment operators on running equipment, performing maintenance, and execution of workover operations. 

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience                    

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and seven years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

Language Skills                    

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of hiring organization.  

Mathematical Skills                    

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. 

Reasoning Ability                    

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. 

Computer Skills                    

Ability to utilize email and a variety of mobile and web-based applications to record work hours and communicate with various Team Members within the hiring organization. 

Experience with Microsoft Office applications is preferred.  

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations  

A valid Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License is preferred, but not required.  

A valid DOT medical examiner’s certificate (Medical Card) is required with Class A or B CDL (if applicable) 

Motor vehicle record (MVR) reflecting no convictions for recurring or serious violations or accidents. 

Well Control Certification is required (may be obtained within three months of hire date) 

Other Skills and Abilities                    

Strong organizational and time management skills. 

Strong verbal communication skills. 

Effective working both individually and as part of a team. 

Other Qualifications  

N/A 

Physical Demands  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. 

Work Environment 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to work in outside weather conditions and near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.