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Job Title


Operator - Rig


Company : Ranger Energy Services LLC


Location : Bowie, TX


Created : 2026-04-02


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

SUMMARYThe primary duty of the Rig Operator is to work the controls and equipment on a rig. The Rig Operator supervises crewmembers while rig operations are in process, maintains productivity standards, and works closely with customer representatives to provide safe, reliable, and quality service.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Promote RES concept of Stop Work AccountabilityPromote RES safety policies and proceduresPerform Meet and Greet at location sitesBe aware of Simultaneous Operations and able to coordinate vendor and contractor groups on location as neededOperate the rig safely during rig up/down and pulling operationsOperate the crown and ground saverCheck brake systems and confirm functionalityPull and lay down rods, tubing, casing, and other equipment as neededUnderstands job steps and arranges rods and tubing in derrick correctlyUnderstand the rig's hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systemsPerform all required equipment inspections-workover rig, fall arrest system, derrick, hoisting, and mud pumpAble to instruct floor and derrick hands in use of all safety equipmentAble to instruct the floor and derrick hand in use of all rig and pumping equipmentOperate the power swivelPerform Blowout Preventer (BOP) inspection, testing, and installation as neededAssist HSE, DOT, and all other applicable departments with document completion, collection, and managementComplete field tickets in a timely manner and turn in to appropriate department for processingTroubleshoot maintenance issues; to include performing worn equipment recognition checks and turning in maintenance requests for repair or replacement of equipment as neededAccurately perform torque calculations and specsPerform JSA/DWP and tailgate meetings as scheduledPerform pipe tallying, rigging up and down, nipple up and down of BOP units, and pipe handlingResponsible for keeping worksite, equipment, and tools clean and in good working orderPerform day to day lubrication and minor adjustments of equipmentPerform use of Hazard ID programs and means of documenting hazardsPerform daily inspection and maintenance of equipmentPerform and oversee energy isolation proceduresTrain and mentors crew members on day to day operationsResponsible to stop work if conditions are unsafe and report concerns immediatelyReport all incidents as per the standard operating proceduresOther duties as assignedREQUIRED EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCEHigh school diploma or equivalent, preferred5 years of experience working on a well servicing rig preferred2 years of experience as a relief operator preferredMust be able to successfully perform the duties of a Floor Hand III and derrick HandMust be familiar with pump and tank operationsMust have a valid state-issued driver's license, CDL, or the ability to obtain oneAbility to perform manual labor required to operate well servicing equipmentCompetent communication, people, and leadership skillsMust be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environmentAbility to work a flexible schedule COMPUTERBasic knowledge of MS Office preferredAble to use the company's HSE Management PlatformsPRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTSMust complete and pass all required pre-employment screening.ABOUT THE COMPANYRanger Energy Services is an oil & gas completion and production solutions company with a foundation built on well servicing, wireline, and natural gas processing. Ranger Energy is committed to providing employees with a benefits program that is both comprehensive and competitive. The programs are designed to invest in you and the things you care about - your health, your family, and your future. Come join our team of highly skilled, motivated employees, working on state-of-the-art equipment with outstanding compensation and additional benefits, including:Medical/Dental/VisionFlexible Spending Account/Health Savings AccountLife InsuranceShort- and Long-Term Disability InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer MatchPTO (depending on eligibility) Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.