Wireline Operator - Crane Certified - 3350

About the role

KLX Energy Services LLC provides a broad range of technical solutions and equipment to customers, delivering expert energy services for every phase of the wellsite, including drilling, completions, re‑fracing, production, workover, and plug and abandonment. The company offers technical services, wireline, rentals, and accommodations, emphasizing teamwork, integrity, and professionalism. The position is for a Wireline Operator at the Odessa, TX location, requiring an NCCCO crane operator certification.

Purpose

Executes operations in all aspects of open‑hole and/or cased‑hole logging and completion services, including rigging up the truck at the service location, assisting with operations in the shop and at the wellsite, operating and maintaining the assigned wireline truck and equipment, and keeping records for the overall operation.

Responsibilities

• Install and disassemble (rig up/rig down) wireline and pressure‑control equipment per OEM standards, verifying applicable certifications.
• Assemble, secure, and disconnect equipment.
• Monitor, evaluate, and adjust processes or equipment to maximize quality and efficiency, following safety guidelines and industry standards.
• Perform shipping, loading, and unloading duties in compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and routing/scheduling requirements.
• Verify and document identity and quantity of all equipment.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot the wireline truck and equipment, including diagnostics and record‑keeping.
• Drive company vehicles and equipment (wireline trucks, cranes, pickup trucks, trailers).
• Ensure compliance with regulations applicable to wireline explosives operations.
• Clean and maintain company vehicles, tools, and equipment; troubleshoot tool, equipment, and truck problems; redress tools in shop and field.
• Provide support to crew members on‑ and off‑location and liaise with technicians on equipment failures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Less than high school education.
• Work experience: 0‑2 years.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Class A CDL with Hazmat endorsement.
• Notice of Clearance from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives.
• State Blaster License.
• Ability to read and understand safety labels and postings.
• Demonstrated communication skills with personnel and customers.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current ATF Employee Possessor of Explosives and explosives safety certification.
• State Blaster License.
• Relevant oilfield product line experience.
• Class A CDL with Hazmat endorsement.
• Forklift operator certification.
• Crane operator certification (NCCCO).
• Quality & HSE certifications.
• Ability to perform effectively under stress, manage multiple duties, accept ambiguous circumstances, follow safety guidelines, and work well with others.

Physical Requirements

• Precise hand/eye coordination – constant.
• Basic keyboarding or repetitive motions – frequent.
• Operation of heavy equipment or vehicles – frequent.
• Lifting/pushing objects over 50 lb – occasional (max 85 lb occasionally).
• Climbing and working in awkward or cramped positions – frequent.
• Pulling a maximum force of 45 ft‑lb.
• Ability to work on level and uneven surfaces, ladders, and stairs.
• Exposure to inclement weather, bright lights, loud noise, dust, gas, and/or fumes.