Rig Operator - Next LVL Energy

Diversified Gas & Oil Corporation (“DGOC”) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Diversified Energy Company PLC, a US-based company listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and London Stock Exchange (LSE) under the ticker symbol “DEC”. DGOC is an established owner and operator of producing conventional and unconventional natural gas & oil wells and midstream pipelines and compression stations concentrated in the Appalachian Basin in the United States. Headquartered in Birmingham, AL, our field operations are located throughout the Appalachian Basin in Tennessee, Kentucky, Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. In 2021, Diversified announced expansion into the Central Regional Focus Area, including Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas.

About the role

This position involves supervising a team of rig hands and operating service rigs in plugging operations and related activities. The role requires frequent travel and out-of-town work within the Appalachian Basin and Central Regional Focus Area.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a minimum of two direct reports (rig hands).
• Participate in the hiring process for new rig hands.
• Train and mentor new/inexperienced rig hands as necessary.
• Ensure the team is on site on time, fulfilling their job duties, and following all operating procedures.
• Review and submit time worked for rig hands daily.
• Complete and submit annual performance evaluations via the company performance evaluation system.
• Operate service rig, responsible for rigging up/down, tubing tallies, and general operation of all support equipment on site.
• Rig up and operate triplex pumps and all related piping in a safe manner consistent with safe operating procedures; confirm cement and displacement calculations.
• Conduct regular JSAs (Job Safety Analysis) with Next LVL and third-party employees; monitor and ensure safe working conditions of the worksite, including proper use of FR and PPE.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of all near misses, workplace injuries, accidents, or illness, regardless of severity.
• Organize, schedule, and supervise support services (cement, wireline, trucking, and construction) actively working on location.
• Conduct and track frequent inspections of the rig and rig location, identifying issues regarding safe and efficient operations, and make timely recommendations to rectify problems.
• Perform minor mechanical repairs on equipment and keep maintenance records updated.
• Complete and submit a daily operations report detailing and approving operational activity on site.
• Regularly communicate with the Plugging Manager to provide rig and job site updates, issues, and delays.
• Relay and ensure all expectations regarding safety, performance, job site, maintenance, and efficiency are upheld by the rig crew.
• Check emails daily and comply with email requests as assigned.
• Perform any other duties as requested or assigned, including occasionally assisting with non-plugging or special projects per direction of management.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license; Class A/B CDL preferred.
• 3–5 years’ experience in plugging operations and/or gas and oil industry preferred.
• 2+ years’ experience as a rig hand preferred.
• Experience with downhole fishing, milling, drilling, etc.
• Experience with general maintenance on service rig, pumping equipment, and related equipment.
• Willingness to travel and work out of town on a frequent basis.
• Knowledge of H2S Gas.
• Basic math skills.
• Basic computer skills/proficiency.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to move or traverse the job site, including remaining stationary for extended periods, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and ascending/descending ladders or uneven terrain.
• Ability to detect, perceive, and assess driving operations effectively (with or without corrective lenses).
• Ability to operate a 4X4 vehicle.
• Repetitive movement of feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, and back; constant use of hands and fingers.
• Ability to work atop elevated surfaces and traverse various heights.
• Lift or carry 116 lbs. or more (classified as "heavy" work, over 50 pounds).
• Frequently push and pull with a maximum force of 150 ft./lbs.
• Work in outdoor weather conditions and varying environmental conditions, including well site conditions.

Driver Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a clean driving record.
• Position involves operating a company vehicle for work-related travel or receiving a stipend for operating a personal vehicle for company use; adherence to all traffic laws and company vehicle policies is required.
• Candidates must be eligible to be insured under the company's vehicle insurance policy.