P&A Floor Hand

This job has a preference for qualified local job seekers within 60 miles of our Axis Andrews, TX facility.

The Floor Hand position is part of a 4-5 person Plug & Abandonment (P&A) rig crew on a well service rig, responsible for performing services on oil and gas wells requested by customers of Axis Energy Services. The primary responsibilities of a Floor Hand include assisting in rigging up and rigging down, pulling, and laying down rods, tubing and casing, and other functions specified by the Rig Supervisor or other designated individual.

All duties are performed in a specified fashion to maximize safety of the entire crew while meeting customer expectations.

• The Floor Hand reports to their assigned Work‑over Rig Supervisor.
• Assists the operator in rigging up and down and aligning the well service rig with the well.
• Sets hydraulic jacks, handles pads/boards, and assists in attaching the guy wires to the anchor.
• Operates rod wrenches, tongs, elevators and other associated rig tools and equipment during well servicing operations.
• Assists in picking up or laying down tubing, manually lifting the tubing from the rack onto the work floor or vice‑versa.
• Maintains tubing, rod tongs and hand tools on the rig.
• Dismantles and repairs oil field machinery using hand tools and power tools.
• Cleans up spills.
• Keeps pipe deck and main deck areas orderly.
• Reports any safety hazards, incidents, or maintenance issues to the Rig Supervisor.
• Ensures that work carried out is in compliance with company policies and procedures and according to safety regulations.
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs.
• Ability to lift to 75 lb.
• Position requires long periods of standing and sitting and the ability to work long hours if necessary.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Must have a valid state‑issued driver license with acceptable motor vehicle record; CDL Class A or B preferred.
• Basic oilfield well servicing experience.
• At least one (1) year rig floor operation experience.
• Valid state‑issued driver license with acceptable MVR.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and written in English.
• Must be able to work a varied rotational schedule and travel as job requires.
• Work may be performed in all weather conditions.
• Mobility, including entering confined spaces, entering areas by ladders or other access devices; ability to bend, stoop, twist, stand, squat, crawl and walk.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 lb.
• Long periods of standing, squatting, kneeling, reaching or similar activities may be necessary.
• Able to perform duties with protective equipment, H2S respirator where required; potential hazards include working near or with heavy tools and moving machinery.
• Ability to interact with others in a team environment.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and handle multiple tasks at once.
• Basic problem‑solving and organizational skills.
• Reliable telephone (cell phone) communication and transportation.
• Able to clear pre‑employment drug/alcohol and job‑relevant screens.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Oil and Gas