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Operator - Rig

Ranger
El Reno, OK Full Time
POSTED ON 4/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/28/2025

Summary

The primary duty of the Rig Operator is to work the controls and equipment on a rig. The Rig Operator supervises crew members while rig operations are in process, maintains productivity standards, and works closely with customer representatives to provide safe, reliable, and quality service.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Promote RES concept of Stop Work Accountability
  • Promote RES safety policies and procedures
  • Perform Meet and Greet at location sites
  • Be aware of Simultaneous Operations and able to coordinate vendor and contractor groups on location as needed
  • Operate the rig safely during rig up/down and pulling operations
  • Operate the crown and ground saver
  • Check brake systems and confirm functionality
  • Pull and lay down rods, tubing, casing, and other equipment as needed
  • Understands job steps and arranges rods and tubing in derrick correctly
  • Understand the rig's hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems
  • Perform all required equipment inspections-workover rig, fall arrest system, derrick, hoisting and mud pump
  • Able to instruct floor and derrick hands in use of all safety equipment
  • Able to instruct the floor and derrick hand in use of all rig and pumping equipment
  • Operate the power swivel
  • Perform Blowout Preventer (BOP) inspection, testing and installation as needed
  • Assist HSE, DOT, and all other applicable departments with document completion, collection, and management
  • Complete field tickets in a timely manner and turn in to appropriate department for processing
  • Troubleshoot maintenance issues; to include performing worn equipment recognition checks and turning in maintenance requests for repair or replacement of equipment as needed
  • Accurately perform torque calculations and specs
  • Perform JSA/DWP and tail gate meetings as scheduled
  • Perform pipe tallying, rigging up and down, nipple up and down of BOP units, and pipe handling
  • Responsible for keeping work site, equipment, and tools clean and in good working order
  • Perform day to day lubrication and minor adjustments of equipment
  • Perform use of Hazard ID programs and means of documenting hazards
  • Perform daily inspection and maintenance of equipment
  • Perform and oversee energy isolation procedures
  • Train and mentors crew members on day to day operations
  • Responsible to stop work if conditions are unsafe and report concerns immediately
  • Report all incidents as per the standard operating procedures
  • Other duties as assigned

Required Education, Qualifications and Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent, preferred
  • 5 years' of experience working on a well servicing rig preferred
  • 2 years' of experience as a relief operator preferred
  • Must be able to successfully perform the duties of a Floor Hand III and derrick hand
  • Must be familiar with pump and tank operations
  • Must have a valid state issued driver's license, CDL, or the ability to obtain one
  • Ability to perform manual labor required to operate well servicing equipment
  • Competent communication, people, and leadership skills
  • Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule

Computer Skills

  • BASIC KNOWLEDGE OF MS OFFICE PREFERRED
  • ABLE TO USE THE COMPANY'S HSE MANAGEMENT PLATFORMS

Pre-Employment Requirements

MUST COMPLETE AND PASS ALL REQUIRED PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG SCREENING, URINE, ALCOHOL, HAIR FOLLICLE AND PHYSICAL, IF APPLICABLE.

About Ranger Energy Services

Ranger Energy Services is an oil & gas completion and production solutions company with a foundation built on well servicing, wireline, and natural gas processing. We are committed to providing employees with a benefits program that is both comprehensive and competitive. The programs are designed to invest in you and the things you care about - your health, your family, and your future. Our team of highly skilled, motivated employees work on state-of-the-art equipment with outstanding compensation and additional benefits, including:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision
  • Flexible Spending Account/Health Savings Account
  • Life Insurance
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
  • PTO (depending on eligibility)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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