Operator in Training; Weatherford, TX

About the Role

At Select Mat, Operator in Training and Operator I roles are more than lines on an organizational chart. They are the lifeblood of our field operations and one of our most important talent pipelines. This isn’t “just another job.” It’s the first step on a defined career path with real upward mobility, hands-on development, and the opportunity to lead. Our Operator in Training (OIT) program is designed for high-potential field employees who are ready to take the next step in their careers.

Through structured, hands-on equipment training, field-based leadership development, and full exposure to our core operational processes, OITs build the technical proficiency, safety discipline, and crew coordination skills required to advance into full Operator roles. This is where the next generation of Select Mat Operators begins, learning the craft, gaining responsibility and building a foundation for a long-term career in operations.

• Participate in hands-on training for heavy equipment operation, including matting equipment and material handling.
• Assist with and lead field crews in the installation and removal of composite mats.
• Serve as acting Crew Lead on select jobs as part of the development pathway.
• Support safe, efficient loading and unloading of mats and equipment.
• Learn and perform basic equipment maintenance and safe refueling procedures.
• Use Microsoft 365 tools (Outlook, Teams, One Drive) for communication and coordination.
• Demonstrate and develop soft skills essential for crew leadership and team collaboration.

Experience & Evaluation:

• 6–24 months of industry or equipment operation experience; and/or
• Successful completion of Select Mat’s Equipment Skills Evaluation, including:
• Basic machine locomotion
• Loading/unloading mats
• Loading/unloading equipment
• Safe operating practices
• Basic mechanical maintenance
• Safe refueling

• Demonstrated leadership potential and ability to lead by example
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to learn and support all field crew roles
• Proficiency in, or willingness to learn, Microsoft 365, and other supporting software.

• Must attend CDL school and obtain a Class A CDL during the training period.
• Ability and willingness to travel 50%–75%, including overnight travel.
• Physical ability to lift 50+ lbs. and work in demanding outdoor conditions.
• Strong commitment to safety and adherence to Select Mat operational standards.

Select Mat Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.