Rig Operator jobs in Sheridan, WY

OCCUPATION:        RIG OPERATOR

General Description of Occupation:

The Rig Operator works on a service rig and is responsible for servicing oil and gas wells.  The duties include driving the crew vehicle, assisting in rigging-up and down, and operating the rig/components as necessary.  All duties are to be performed according to operating procedures to maximize safety and to efficiently perform the task. 

Essential Functions of Job:

• Supervise the raising and lowering of the derrick.
• Assist in rigging up/down equipment
• Lifting, removing or installing the production equipment as required by the well operator or other designated company official.
• Largely responsible for determining how the job will be performed, based on the specific conditions at the well.
• Direct the activities of the crew as required.
• Operating the rig and its components during all oil well drilling jobs.
• Observe and possibly fill in for other crew members during the operation of the rig and its components as essential for safe job performance.
• Drive crew to location, ensuring all are fit for duty.
• Pre-hitch, contact crew members to notify of upcoming job and meeting point.
• All other duties as assigned.