Workover Rig Hand

Our regional headquarters is in Casper, Wyoming, however, work is throughout the Rocky Mountain region. We provide per diem, travel reimbursement and rotational schedules.

It's a great time to join Fortis Energy Services! We are a growing company with several opportunities for advancement!

Fortis Energy Services is a leading oil and gas service company in the USA specializing in well completions, workovers, maintenance and plugging. Quality people and quality work are the principal factors behind our exceptional success rate, efficiency and safety record.

The successful candidate will have an outstanding track record of success in workover rig experience in operating heavy equipment while ensuring communication skills are effective and complying with all safety polices to ensure the team is always working in safe conditions.

OCCUPATION: FLOORHAND, DERRICK HAND, RIG OPERATOR

General Description of Occupation:

All duties are to be performed according to standard operating procedures in order to maximize the safety of all personnel at the work site and to most efficiently perform the task.

• Lift, operate, rig-up and down the components of the rig and other equipment used on the location.
• Required to position, lift, attach, install and work with casing, drill pipe and associated well equipment such as pumps, swivels, catwalks, etc.
• Rigging-up and down: All elevated work associated with rigging-up or down.
• Drilling the well: All work performed from the tubing board (transferring drill pipe from the vertical racks to the elevator). For standing drill pipe, the Derrick Hand assists in lifting the drill pipe from the rack onto the work floor or vice versa. The Derrick Hand may need to work floors or operate the rig.
• Mud Pump: Must safely and effectively operate the mud pump on location which includes performing repair and maintenance on the pump.
• Supervise the raising and lowering of the derrick.
• Lifting, removing or installing the production equipment as required by the well operator or other designated company official.
• Operating the rig and its components during all oil well drilling jobs.
• Observe and possibly fill in for the Derrickman and the Floor hands during the operation of the rig and its components is essential for safe job performance.
• Reports any safety hazards, accidents or maintenance issues to the rig supervisor.
• Ensures that work carried out is in compliance with company policies and procedures and according to safety regulations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned based on specific role.

Skills you’ll need:

• Workover rig experience
• Must have a "can do", customer services orientated approach
• Ability to communicate both oral and written effectively
• Must comply with all safety policies and procedures

Licenses and Certifications Preferred:

• Safeland/PEC
• Valid driver license
• CDL
• OSHA 10
• Well Control School
• H2S, Forklift/Manlift, and CPR/1st Aid
• Any other heavy equipment licenses or certifications

Physical Requirements of Job:

Amount of each day spent: Standing: 50% Walking: 40% Sitting: 10%

Employee works: Inside: 10% Outside: 90%

While performing job, employee will be required:

lifting/carrying (0-100lbs) 15 times/hour 8-10 hours/day

pulling/pushing (0-75lbs) 15 times/hour 8-10 hours/day

to squat 7 times/hour 8-10 hours/day

to kneel 5 times/hour 8-10 hours/day

to climb ladders/stairs 4 times/hour 8-10 hours/day

Physical activity required:

Lift under 10lbs Frequently

Lift 10-25lbs Frequently

Lift 25-50lbs Frequently

Lift Over 100lbs Seldom

Carry under 10lbs Frequently

Carry 10-25lbs Frequently

Carry 25-50lbs Frequently

Carry Over 100lbs Seldom

Reach above shoulder Frequently

Reach at shoulder Frequently

Reach below shoulder Frequently

The working conditions may involve exposure to the following:

chemicals gases cold heat

dampness noise dust radiation

heights (0-110’) fumes winds ice

Other physical requirements:

• Manual and finger dexterity
• Hand/grip strength
• Depth perception
• Any other physical requirements that allow the employee to perform the job safely according to all company, local, state and federal regulations and requirements.

Safety equipment:

The following safety equipment is to be worn on the job (when applicable):

goggles face shields safety glasses hard hats safety belts

ear plugs steel toed boots tyvek suits SCBA gloves

H2S monitors fall protection FR Clothing

Other requirements:

• Valid driver's license highly preferred
• Pre-employment drug screen
• Pre-employment physical
• Pre-employment background and MVR check

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road