Oilfield Derrick Hand

The Rig Hand works under the direction of the Rig Operator. This individual is part of a crew that is responsible for the maintenance and day to day operation of the service rigs.

• Handle the tubing and rods in and out of the racking board ( about 90 feet above the rig floor) for extended periods of time.
• Competent with rig and all equipment
• Performs general maintenance of draw works
• Loads and off-loads pipe and assists in rig movement
• Latch and unlatch tubing and rods
• Knowledge of how pumping units run
• Prepare and set up rig for workover
• Knowledge of thread types, tubing sizes and rod sizes
• Knowledge of working derricks
• Diagnose well problems

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: From $21.50 per hour

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Garden City, KS (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Garden City, KS: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person