{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"b8fc4aa82bfefc3cfdd50735","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b8fc4aa82bfefc3cfdd50735","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b8fc4aa82bfefc3cfdd50735","title":"Rig Operator","description":"***This job has preference to qualified local job seekers within 60 miles of Axis Hull, TX facility.\n\nThe Rig Operator, reporting to the assigned Tool Pusher/Field Supervisor, leads a 4–5-person workover rig crew, and is responsible for performing and safely operating well workover components and services. The primary responsibilities include and is not limited to preparation of crew members, inspection, maintenance, and operations of assigned workover rig, in accordance with company procedures and customer requirements. Additional functions may be specified by the assigned Tool Pusher or other designated operations management. All duties are expected to be performed safely and effectively to maximize the safety of the entire crew while meeting customer expectations and being a solution to their projects by Axis operating safety and performance standards.\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\nThe essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:\nConfirms all scheduled shift times that the full crew are prepared for work at the assigned rig.\nSupports the workover crew and is responsible for performing operating functions, including driving the workover rig as necessary to the job site, with direction from the field supervisor/Tool Pusher, and/or the customer company representative.\nInspects the setting up, taking down and transportation of the assigned workover rig.\nConducts routine inspection and troubleshooting on all service equipment.\nMonitors, tests, installs, lifts, and removes equipment using proper job and safety procedures.\nMay train and direct the crew on safety and job procedures.\nHandles job safety analysis and daily maintenance program for the rig, ensuring the crew understands the programs and procedures.\nMay be requested to work outside of the assigned work schedule to meet customer needs.\nDepending on project and rig assignment, may be required to perform other functional duties as assigned by Tool Pusher/Field Supervisor\n\nMinimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)\nHigh school diploma, GED, or the equivalent.\nMust have valid state issued driver license with acceptable motor vehicle records (MVR); Class A or B CDL a plus/preferred.\nRequired five (5) years of workover rig experience; production experience a plus; minimum two (2) years Rig Operator experience required and at least two (2) years (prefer 3 years) operational and safety experience as a Derrick Hand and Floor Hand required.\nWorking knowledge of basic service mechanical functions.\nAbility to lift heavy equipment up to 75 lbs.\nAbility to access the work environment by use of a ladder at heights of 50 ft. or more.\nLong periods of standing, squatting, kneeling, reaching or similar activities may be necessary.\nAble to perform duties with protective equipment, H2S respirator where required; potential hazards include working near or with heavy tools and moving machinery.\nMust be able to travel as job requires.\nWork may be performed in all weather conditions.\nAbility to effectively communicate, both verbally and written; English preferred.\nAbility to interact with others in a team environment and work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks at once.\nBasic problem solving and organizational skills.\nExcellent customer service skills, to provide world class value to Axis customers.\nHave dependable form of communication – cell phone preferred.\nDependable transportation.\nAbility for qualified clearance on background checks, pre-employment drug and alcohol and job-relevant screens.\nEducation\nRequired\nHigh School or better\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.","company":"Axis Energy Services","rawCompany":"axis energy services","city":"Hull","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-04T22:49:41.468Z","occupations":[{"code":"47-5011.00","title":"Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas","slug":"derrick-operators-oil-and-gas"},{"code":"47-5012.00","title":"Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas","slug":"rotary-drill-operators-oil-and-gas"},{"code":"49-9096.00","title":"Riggers","slug":"riggers"}],"industries":[{"code":"213112","title":"Support Activities for Oil and Gas Operations","slug":"support-activities-for-oil-and-gas-operations"},{"code":"213111","title":"Drilling Oil and Gas Wells","slug":"drilling-oil-and-gas-wells"},{"code":"238990","title":"All Other Specialty Trade Contractors","slug":"all-other-specialty-trade-contractors"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Rig Operator","description":"***This job has preference to qualified local job seekers within 60 miles of Axis Hull, TX facility.\n\nThe Rig Operator, reporting to the assigned Tool Pusher/Field Supervisor, leads a 4–5-person workover rig crew, and is responsible for performing and safely operating well workover components and services. The primary responsibilities include and is not limited to preparation of crew members, inspection, maintenance, and operations of assigned workover rig, in accordance with company procedures and customer requirements. Additional functions may be specified by the assigned Tool Pusher or other designated operations management. All duties are expected to be performed safely and effectively to maximize the safety of the entire crew while meeting customer expectations and being a solution to their projects by Axis operating safety and performance standards.\n\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\nThe essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:\nConfirms all scheduled shift times that the full crew are prepared for work at the assigned rig.\nSupports the workover crew and is responsible for performing operating functions, including driving the workover rig as necessary to the job site, with direction from the field supervisor/Tool Pusher, and/or the customer company representative.\nInspects the setting up, taking down and transportation of the assigned workover rig.\nConducts routine inspection and troubleshooting on all service equipment.\nMonitors, tests, installs, lifts, and removes equipment using proper job and safety procedures.\nMay train and direct the crew on safety and job procedures.\nHandles job safety analysis and daily maintenance program for the rig, ensuring the crew understands the programs and procedures.\nMay be requested to work outside of the assigned work schedule to meet customer needs.\nDepending on project and rig assignment, may be required to perform other functional duties as assigned by Tool Pusher/Field Supervisor\n\nMinimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)\nHigh school diploma, GED, or the equivalent.\nMust have valid state issued driver license with acceptable motor vehicle records (MVR); Class A or B CDL a plus/preferred.\nRequired five (5) years of workover rig experience; production experience a plus; minimum two (2) years Rig Operator experience required and at least two (2) years (prefer 3 years) operational and safety experience as a Derrick Hand and Floor Hand required.\nWorking knowledge of basic service mechanical functions.\nAbility to lift heavy equipment up to 75 lbs.\nAbility to access the work environment by use of a ladder at heights of 50 ft. or more.\nLong periods of standing, squatting, kneeling, reaching or similar activities may be necessary.\nAble to perform duties with protective equipment, H2S respirator where required; potential hazards include working near or with heavy tools and moving machinery.\nMust be able to travel as job requires.\nWork may be performed in all weather conditions.\nAbility to effectively communicate, both verbally and written; English preferred.\nAbility to interact with others in a team environment and work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks at once.\nBasic problem solving and organizational skills.\nExcellent customer service skills, to provide world class value to Axis customers.\nHave dependable form of communication – cell phone preferred.\nDependable transportation.\nAbility for qualified clearance on background checks, pre-employment drug and alcohol and job-relevant screens.\nEducation\nRequired\nHigh School or better\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.","datePosted":"2026-08-04T22:49:41.468Z","dateModified":"2026-08-04T22:49:41.468Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Axis Energy Services","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Hull","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"b8fc4aa82bfefc3cfdd50735"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b8fc4aa82bfefc3cfdd50735"}}