Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Reverse Unit / Power Swivel / Laydown Machine Operator to safely operate and maintain our reverse circulating units, power swivels, and pipe laydown machines on customer locations throughout the Permian Basin. This is an on-call, job-by-job position dispatched from our Odessa yard. The operator is responsible for rigging up, running, and rigging down equipment in support of fishing, workover, completion, and plug-and-abandonment operations.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Operate reverse circulating units, power swivels, and pipe laydown machines safely and efficiently at the wellsite.
- Transport equipment from the Odessa yard to the wellsite and back using a company vehicle.
- Perform pre-job inspections, rig-up, operation, rig-down, and post-job checks of all assigned equipment.
- Conduct routine preventive maintenance, troubleshoot field issues, and report deficiencies to the Field Operations Manager.
- Work safely around the rig floor with the customer's company man, tool pusher, rig crew, and other third-party service providers.
- Participate in JSAs, pre-job safety meetings, and stop-work authority. Follow EFRS and customer HSE policies at all times.
- Complete and submit accurate job tickets, DOT logs, daily reports, and equipment paperwork.
- Maintain equipment, tools, and company vehicle in clean, road-ready, and field-ready condition.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience operating reverse units, power swivels, and/or pipe laydown machines in oilfield service operations.
- H2S Clear (current certification).
- IADC RigPass or SafeLand USA orientation (current).
- First Aid / CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Strong working knowledge of rig floor operations, tubular handling, and wellsite safety.
- Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal job instructions in English.
- High school diploma or GED.
Preferred Qualifications
- IADC Well Control (WellSharp or equivalent) — Workover/Completion level.
- Prior experience with fishing, workover, or completion operations.
- Mechanical and hydraulic troubleshooting aptitude.
Schedule
On-call, job-by-job basis. Must be willing to respond to call-outs on short notice, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and to work extended hours at the wellsite as job conditions require.
Physical Requirements & Pre-Employment Screening
- Pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen and remain subject to random and post-incident testing throughout employment.
- Pass an MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) check and criminal background check.
- Able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs repeatedly and up to 75 lbs occasionally.
- Able to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, and work at heights and in confined spaces.
- Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions (heat, cold, wind, dust, rain) typical of the Permian Basin.
- Able to wear required PPE, including FRC, hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toe boots, and respiratory protection when required.
Reporting Relationship
This position reports to the Field Operations Manager.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan (no employer match).
- 10 days Paid Time Off per company policy.
- Per diem when qualified by job assignment.
- Company vehicle provided.
How to Apply: Apply directly through Indeed. Qualified candidates will be contacted by EFRS for next steps.
Pay: $5,000.00 - $7,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
