P&A Derrick Hand

About the role

This job has preference to qualified local job seekers within 60 miles of our Axis Victoria, TX facility. The Derrick Hand is part of a 4-5 person Plug & Abandonment (P&A) rig crew who are responsible for performing services on P&A rigs. This position reports to the assigned Tool Pusher/Field Supervisor or Rig Operator.

Responsibilities

The primary responsibilities of a Derrick Hand include working anywhere on the derrick of the P&A rig, including but not limited to the tubing board and rod basket, and other functions specified by the Tool Pusher or Rig Operator.

• Assists the operator in rigging up and down, lining up the well service rig with the well; performs servicing on the well.
• Responsible for all elevated work associated with rigging up/down (such as removing horse head from pumping unit).
• Responsible for all work performed for the rod basket and tubing board (transferring rods and tubing from the vertical racks to the elevator).
• Operates tubing elevators for standing tubing in derrick.
• Assists in picking up or laying down tubing, manually lifting the tubing from the rack onto the work floor or vice versa.
• Sets hydraulic jacks, handles pads/boards and assists in attaching the guy wires to the anchor.
• Assists in walking the rods when laying down rods.
• Reports any safety hazards, accidents or maintenance issues to the Tool Pusher/Field Supervisor.
• Ensures that work carried out is in compliance with Axis policies and procedures and according to Axis and customer safety programs.
• May be required to work floors or operate the rig when needed.
• May drive the crew truck as needed (must maintain active state issued driver license).
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The following qualifications are required:

• High school diploma, GED, or the equivalent.
• Valid state issued driver license with acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR); CDL Class A or B preferred.
• Minimum (1) year of Derrick hand experience required; at least two (2) years of P&A rig floor experience required.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and written in English.
• Must be able to work a varied rotational schedule and travel as job requires.
• Ability to lift heavy equipment up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to access the work environment by use of a ladder at heights of 50 ft. or more.
• Long periods of standing, squatting, kneeling, reaching or similar activities may be necessary.
• Able to perform duties with protective equipment, working near or with heavy tools and moving machinery.
• Mobility, including entering confined spaces, enter areas by the use of ladders or other access devices; ability to bend, stoop, twist, stand, squat, crawl and walk.
• Ability to interact with others in a team environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks at once.
• Basic problem solving and organizational skills.
• Reliable telephone (cell phone) communication and transportation.
• Able to clear pre-employment drug/alcohol and job-relevant screens.